Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys – Extruded Round Tube and Hollow Sections
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Audit manufacturing processes, extrusion quality, and packaging against IS 1285:2002 requirements.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys – Extruded Round Tube and Hollow Sections |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 1285:2002 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys – Extruded Round Tube and Hollow Sections for General Engineering Purposes |
| Quality Control Order | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2021(E), dated 5 May 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E), dated 16 June 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E), dated 16 June 2025 Supersedes: QCO 2024 (S.O. 4696(E), dated 25 Oct 2024) and QCO 2023 (S.O. 4241(E), dated 27 Sep 2023) |
| Final Enforcement Date | General (other than MSMEs): 1 October 2025 Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026 Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure strength, durability, and dimensional accuracy of extruded aluminium tubes and hollow sections for engineering purposes, mandating BIS certification under IS 1285:2002. |
| Products Covered | Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy extruded round tubes and hollow sections used in general engineering and fabrication. |
| Exemptions | - Products meant exclusively for export. - Imports up to 200 kg per year for R&D (not for sale, must be scrapped after use). |
| Industries Impacted | Engineering & Fabrication Industry, Automotive & Aerospace Component Makers, Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI mark required on tubes and hollow sections. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, conduct testing in BIS-approved labs, update packaging/marking with ISI mark, declare non-marked stock if applicable. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016. Certification and enforcement by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant goods, suspension or cancellation of license, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years, or both. |
| Conclusion | From October 2025, BIS certification is mandatory for extruded round tubes and hollow sections under IS 1285:2002, ensuring reliability in engineering and fabrication. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2025: S.O. 2021(E) [5 May 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E) [16 June 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E) [16 June 2025] Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4696(E) [25 Oct 2024] Superseded QCO 2023: S.O. 4241(E) [27 Sep 2023] |
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Notification
Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy extruded round tubes and hollow sections (IS 1285:2002) are notified under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 via S.O. 2021(E), dated 5 May 2025. The Order supersedes earlier QCOs of 2023 and 2024. Corrigendum S.O. 2682(E) and Corrigendum S.O. 2683(E), both dated 16 June 2025, corrected IS references and extended MSME timelines.
Enforcement Timeline
- General (large & medium enterprises): 1 October 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026
Overview
IS 1285:2002 specifies technical requirements for extruded round aluminium tubes and hollow sections used in general engineering. These products are critical in fabrication, structural applications, and automotive industries due to their strength and lightweight properties.
Objective & Scope
The standard ensures mechanical strength, dimensional accuracy, corrosion resistance, and consistency of extruded aluminium tubes and sections for safe engineering use.
Products Covered
Extruded round tubes and hollow sections made of wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys.
Exemptions Provided
- Products exclusively for export.
- Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D, to be scrapped post-use and not for sale.
Industries Impacted
- Engineering & Fabrication
- Aluminium Extrusion Producers
- Automotive, Aerospace & Industrial Applications
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Products must carry ISI mark and comply with IS 1285:2002 under BIS certification Scheme-I.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers should apply for BIS license, complete testing, update packaging and labeling with ISI mark, and declare non-marked stock.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The BIS Act, 2016 governs enforcement, with BIS as the certifying and enforcing authority. Non-compliance attracts penalties including seizure, fines, suspension of license, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From October 2025 (with phased MSME deadlines), extruded tubes and hollow sections must conform to IS 1285:2002 and carry BIS certification. This ensures safer and more reliable aluminium products in engineering applications.
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