Automobile Wheel Rim Component
Wheels for Passenger Cars
Strategic Recommendations for Wheels for Passenger Cars (IS 9436)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Passenger car OEMs and suppliers must secure BIS certification under IS 9436 before manufacturing, importing, or selling wheels in India. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Work with ERA Compliance Team for certification filing, testing support, exemption handling, and packaging/marking compliance. - Reach Out for Support
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(ERA assists with certification, test scheduling, exemption applications, and inspection readiness.) - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
Subscribe to ERA NEWSLETTER. Stay updated with BIS and Gazette notifications for exemption categories and future regulatory adjustments. - Ensure Marking & Documentation
Confirm that all passenger car wheels sold in India bear the ISI mark and maintain complete records for export-only/exempt production.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Passenger Car Wheels |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 9436 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Performance Requirements and Methods of Tests for Wheels for Passenger Cars |
| Quality Control Order | Automobile Wheel Rim Component (Quality Control) Order, 2020 |
| Notification & Amendments | - S.O. 3227(E), 21 Sept 2020 – Original QCO notified. - S.O. 2132(E), 28 May 2021 – 1st Amendment; enforcement extended to 21 March 2022. - S.O. 4493(E), 22 Oct 2021 – 2nd Amendment; clarified exemption for imported vehicles under CMVR Rule 126. - S.O. 2634(E), 8 June 2022 – 3rd Amendment; enforcement deferred to 22 June 2023. - S.O. 2657(E), 15 June 2023 – 4th Amendment; enforcement extended to 22 Dec 2023. - S.O. 5379(E), 19 Dec 2023 – 5th Amendment; revised exemptions and import/manufacturing limits. |
| Final Enforcement Date | 22 December 2023 (after multiple deferrals) |
| Objective & Scope | To mandate BIS certification for passenger car wheels, ensuring structural strength, durability, and performance safety. |
| Products Covered | Steel and alloy wheels/rims used in passenger cars (excluding two/three-wheelers and commercial trucks/buses). |
| Exemptions | - Export-only products. - Low-volume exemption: up to 5 wheels per vehicle under CMVR Rule 126A (for base models with <250 sales in 6 months). - Imports for R&D, demo, or testing (with disposal/export requirements). - Imports for repair/after-sales service within specified limits. - Quantity-based OEM import/manufacturing exemptions (per Dec 2023 amendment). |
| Industries Impacted | - Passenger car OEMs. - Wheel/rim manufacturers. - Importers and distributors. - Auto component aftermarket suppliers. - Automotive testing labs. |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 9436. - BIS licence under Scheme-I of BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018. - Wheels must carry the ISI mark. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply to BIS for certification, arrange testing in BIS-recognized labs, ensure packaging/marking shows ISI logo, maintain documentation for exemptions. |
| Legal Framework & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certification and enforcement authority, supported by Ministry of Heavy Industries and state authorities. |
| Penalties | Seizure of non-compliant stock, cancellation of BIS licence, monetary fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | From 22 Dec 2023, all passenger car wheels must be BIS-certified under IS 9436, strengthening road safety, consumer protection, and alignment with global standards. |
| References / Annexures | Automobile Wheel Rim Component (QCO) 2020 and amendments (2021–2023). BIS Scheme-I product list including IS 9436. |
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Notification
The Automobile Wheel Rim Component (Quality Control) Order, 2020 (S.O. 3227(E), 21st Sept 2020) covers passenger car wheels under IS 9436. Its enforcement was deferred multiple times: May 2021, Oct 2021, June 2022, and June 2023. The final enforcement date is 22nd December 2023, confirmed by S.O. 2657(E) and S.O. 5379(E).
Overview
This QCO makes BIS certification mandatory for passenger car wheels, ensuring that both steel and alloy wheels meet prescribed safety and performance standards.
Objective & Scope
The purpose is to ensure passenger car wheels have the required strength, fatigue resistance, and durability to prevent failures and accidents.
Products Covered
Wheels and rims for passenger cars, tested and certified under IS 9436.
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only production.
- Small volume exemptions (up to 5 wheels per vehicle under CMVR Rule 126A).
- Imports for R&D/testing/demo, with disposal obligations.
- Imports for repair/after-sales service (within defined limits).
- OEM-based import/manufacturing quantity exemptions (per Dec 2023 amendment).
Industries Impacted
Passenger car OEMs, wheel/rim manufacturers, importers, distributors, and aftermarket suppliers.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All wheels must comply with IS 9436, carry the ISI mark, and be manufactured/imported under a BIS licence.
Enforcement Timeline
- Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I.
- Conduct testing in BIS-approved laboratories.
- Update packaging/marking for ISI compliance.
- Maintain records of exempt/export-only stock.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
This QCO is issued under the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance leads to seizure of goods, fines, imprisonment up to 2 years, and cancellation of licence.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The QCO is enforced under BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance attracts penalties including fines, licence suspension, imprisonment up to 2 years, and seizure of non-marked rims.
Conclusion
From 22nd December 2023, all passenger car wheels must be BIS-certified under IS 9436. This step enforces uniform quality standards, reduces road risks, and strengthens consumer safety.
References / Annexures
Automobile Wheel Rim Component (QCO), 2020 and amendments (2021–2023). BIS Scheme-I listing of IS 9436.
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