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Aluminium Alloy Forging Stock and Forgings (Alloy 24345) for Aerospace Applications
Strategic Recommendations for Aluminium Alloy Forging Stock and Forgings (Alloy 24345) for Aerospace Applications IS 7902:2001
- Engage Early with BIS & Labs
Apply for BIS certification and complete testing of aerospace forgings in BIS-approved labs well before deadlines. - Partner with Compliance Experts
Engage specialists for aerospace-grade certification, ISI marking, and exemption handling. - Contact ERA Support Team
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Audit forging processes, heat-treatment records, alloy properties, and quality systems for IS 7902:2001 compliance.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Aluminium Alloy Forging Stock and Forgings (Alloy 24345) for Aerospace Applications |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 7902:2001 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Aluminium Alloy Forging Stock and Forgings (Alloy 24345) for Aerospace Applications |
| 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, reliability, and airworthiness of aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings used in aerospace applications, mandating BIS certification under IS 7902:2001. |
| Products Covered | Aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings of Alloy 24345 for aerospace industry applications. |
| Exemptions | - Products meant exclusively for export. - Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D (not for sale, must be scrapped after use). |
| Industries Impacted | Aerospace & Defence, Aircraft Component Manufacturers, Forging & Alloy Producers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI mark mandatory. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete BIS-approved testing, ensure ISI mark on forgings/stock, 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, aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings for aerospace must carry BIS certification as per IS 7902:2001, ensuring safe and reliable aerospace components. |
| 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
Aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings (Alloy 24345) for aerospace applications (IS 7902:2001) are notified under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 via S.O. 2021(E), dated 5 May 2025. This supersedes 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 enforcement deadlines.
Enforcement Timeline
- General (large & medium enterprises): 1 October 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026
Overview
IS 7902:2001 specifies technical and quality requirements for aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings of Alloy 24345, critical for aerospace structures and components where high strength, reliability, and fatigue resistance are mandatory.
Objective & Scope
The standard ensures aerospace-grade forgings meet stringent safety, metallurgical, and mechanical requirements to maintain airworthiness and reliability in flight-critical applications.
Products Covered
Aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings of Alloy 24345 used in aerospace and defence industries.
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only products.
- Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D, scrapped after use and not sold.
Industries Impacted
- Aerospace & Defence
- Aircraft & Engine Component Manufacturing
- Forging & Alloy Production Sector
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- All aerospace forgings must comply with IS 7902:2001 and bear the ISI mark under BIS certification Scheme-I.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Apply for BIS certification, conduct BIS-approved laboratory testing, update marking/packaging with ISI, and declare non-marked stock if any.
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 MSME phase-wise extensions), aerospace forging stock and forgings must comply with IS 7902:2001. This ensures globally competitive, safe, and reliable aerospace components.
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