Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Aluminium Composite Panel
Strategic Recommendations for Aluminium Composite Panel
- Engage Early with BIS & Labs
File BIS applications and complete ACP testing in BIS-approved labs before deadlines. - Partner with Compliance Experts
Use experts for certification, ISI marking, and exemption handling. - Contact ERA Support Team
📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp — for filings, lab coordination, and compliance planning. - Track Notifications & Circulars
Subscribe to the ERA Newsletter for real-time updates on QCO 2025, corrigendum, and BIS circulars for amendments. - Do a Gap Assessment
Audit ACP specifications, fire-resistance ratings, and packaging for compliance with IS 17682:2021.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Aluminium Composite Panel |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 17682:2021 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Aluminium Composite Panel |
| 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 safety, fire resistance, and durability of aluminium composite panels used in building and cladding applications, mandating BIS certification as per IS 17682:2021. |
| Products Covered | Aluminium composite panels used in construction, cladding, façades, and interior applications. |
| 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 | Construction & Infrastructure, Building Material Manufacturers, Architectural & Façade Engineering Sector. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI mark mandatory on ACP sheets/panels. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, conduct testing in BIS-approved labs, update labeling/packaging 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 aluminium composite panels under IS 17682:2021, ensuring higher safety and quality benchmarks in construction. |
| 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 composite panels (IS 17682:2021) 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) (16 June 2025) corrected IS references, and Corrigendum S.O. 2683(E) (16 June 2025) revised MSME deadlines.
Enforcement Timeline
- General (large & medium enterprises): 1 October 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026
Overview
IS 17682:2021 specifies performance and safety requirements for aluminium composite panels (ACP), which are widely used in construction and architectural cladding. These panels must meet strict criteria for mechanical strength, durability, and fire resistance.
Objective & Scope
The standard ensures ACPs provide safe, reliable, and durable performance in building façades, interiors, and infrastructure projects, with strict fire safety provisions.
Products Covered
Aluminium composite panels for building construction, façades, cladding, and architectural applications.
Exemptions Provided
- Products solely for export.
- Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D purposes, to be scrapped post-use.
Industries Impacted
- Construction & Infrastructure
- Building Material & ACP Manufacturers
- Architectural & Façade Engineering Firms
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All ACPs must bear ISI marking and comply with IS 17682:2021 under BIS certification Scheme-I.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Apply for BIS certification, complete BIS-approved lab testing, update packaging and labeling, and declare pre-certified/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 MSME extensions), ACPs must conform to IS 17682:2021. This QCO step ensures safety and standardization of ACPs in India’s building sector.
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