CRS process for imported electronics
Check coverage → test in India → apply online with AIR → BIS review → registration → marking.
Read source →Know this before you apply
- Coverage depends on the product, HS code and applicable IS — similar products can differ.
- CRS testing must be done in India at a BIS-recognised lab.
- FMCS needs an AIR, an officer audit and a USD 10,000 bank guarantee.
- Certificates are tied to factory, brand and model.
- QCOs change often — check again right before shipping.
Essentials
Procedures, AIR, factory audits, marking and renewals.
Marking and verification (BIS Care)
ISI products show the CM/L number and CRS products the R-number with the Standard Mark; anyone can verify in BIS Care.
Read source →CRS fees at a glance
CRS: ₹1,000 application, ₹50,000 processing (one test report), ₹1,000 annual fee.
Read source →CRS renewal — 5-year validity
Since the 2026 amendment, CRS registrations run five years.
Read source →Cosmetics import registration CDSCO COS-2 — documents, fees, timeline
Importing Korean cosmetics into India requires a CDSCO COS-2 registration before customs clearance; summarised from Adullam's guide.
Read source →Selling without certification — BIS raids and penalties
Making, importing or selling QCO goods without certification is punishable under Section 29: at least ₹2 lakh for a first offence, up to 10× the goods' value and up to two years in jail.
Read source →Nominating an AIR
Foreign manufacturers must nominate an India-resident AIR, named on the licence.
Read source →Labs — BIS labs and recognised labs
BIS runs eight labs and recognises outside labs in India and abroad under the LRS.
Read source →FMCS fee schedule (2021)
₹1,000 application, ₹1,000 annual licence, ₹1,000 renewal, ₹5,000 late fee, ₹7,000 per man-day for visits.
Read source →FMCS factory audit and grant (2021 page)
After recording the application BIS audits the factory and tests samples; about six months on average.
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