GENERAL22 Sept 2026
Govt mandates BIS certification for smartphone screen protectors from Apr 1
From 1 April 2027, every smartphone screen protector sold in India must carry Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification under the Compulsory Registration Order, 2021. Makers, importers and sellers will need approval before launching. The aim is to curb low-quality products and support Indian manufacturers. If you deal in these items, check your supplier's certification early.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The government has made BIS certification compulsory for smartphone screen protectors, requiring regulatory approval before they are sold in India.
- The rule kicks in from 1 April 2027 under the Compulsory Registration Order, 2021, making screen protectors the 66th notified item.
- Optiemus Infracom has set up a Noida unit for tempered glass screen protectors and expects to start shipments from January 2027.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you make, import or sell smartphone screen protectors, start planning your BIS certification well before 1 April 2027 and confirm timelines with a compliance professional.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
TaxQue News Desk
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