Electrical Appliances
Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap
Strategic Recommendations for Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap (IS 16012:2012)
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Ensure that Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap covered under IS 16012:2012 is manufactured and supplied in compliance with applicable BIS requirements and bears the required BIS Standard Mark. Non-compliant products should not be manufactured or sold in the domestic market.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 16012:2012 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap |
| Quality Control Order | Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023 – S.O. 43(E), dated 1 January 2024. Amended by Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2026 – S.O. 187(E), dated 13 January 2026; |
| Final Enforcement Date | General Manufacturers: 2 July 2024 Small Enterprises: 2 October 2024 Micro Enterprises: 2 January 2025. |
| Objective & Scope | Mandatory conformity with IS 16012:2012 and use of the BIS Standard Mark for covered cable wrap. |
| Products Covered | Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap conforming to IS 16012:2012. |
| Exemptions | Domestically manufactured goods for export are exempt. The QCO also provided an 18-month deferment specifically for products covered under the applicable product category. |
| Industries Impacted | Wire & Cable Manufacturing, Power & Electrical, Telecom & Communication, and Electrical Infrastructure. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS licence + conformity to IS 16012:2012 + BIS Standard Mark under Scheme-I. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | • Verify applicability under IS 16012:2012. • Conduct applicable testing. • Prepare BIS documentation. • Obtain/maintain the BIS licence. • Ensure proper BIS Standard Mark usage. • Monitor BIS notifications and amendments. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Issued under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016; BIS is the certification and enforcement authority. |
| Penalties | Contravention is punishable under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | With effect from 2 July 2025, the BIS Standard Mark is mandatory for the manufacture and sale of Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap covered under IS 16012:2012 in India. |
| References/Annexures | Electrical Accessories (QCO), 2023 – S.O. 43(E); Amendment Order, 2026 – S.O. 187(E). |
Notification
The product Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap is covered under the Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified vide S.O. 43(E) dated 1 January 2024 under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. The product is specified against IS 16012:2012 – Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap, making compliance with the applicable BIS requirements mandatory from its prescribed enforcement date.
Enforcement Timeline
For Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap, the mandatory requirement came into effect from 2 July 2024 for general manufacturers. For eligible small enterprises, the requirement became applicable from 2 October 2024, while for eligible micro enterprises, it became applicable from 2 January 2025.
Overview
Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap covered under IS 16012:2012 is required to conform to the applicable Indian Standard and bear the BIS Standard Mark under a valid BIS licence. The applicable conformity assessment is under Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Objective & Scope
The Indian Standard IS 16012:2012 specifies the construction, materials, performance requirements, and test methods for poly-laminated aluminium wraps used in electrical applications. It ensures dimensional accuracy, adhesion strength, flexibility, conductivity, insulation resistance, and long-term durability, supporting reliable performance in high-demand electrical and communication environments.
Products Covered
The regulatory requirement applies specifically to Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap conforming to IS 16012:2012. The applicable Indian Standard, including amendments and the latest version notified by BIS from time to time, is to be considered for compliance.
Exemptions Provided
The requirement does not apply to goods manufactured domestically for export. The QCO also specifically deferred application to the products covered under the applicable provision for 18 months from the date of notification.
Industries Impacted
The requirement is specifically relevant to the Wire & Cable Manufacturing, Power & Electrical, Telecom & Communication, and Electrical Infrastructure sectors, where Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap is used in cable-related applications.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers of covered Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap must ensure conformity with IS 16012:2012, obtain and maintain the applicable BIS licence, and ensure the required BIS Standard Mark is applied in accordance with the applicable conformity assessment requirements.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Stakeholders should verify product applicability under IS 16012:2012, conduct the applicable testing, prepare the required BIS documentation, obtain or maintain the BIS licence, ensure correct use of the BIS Standard Mark, and monitor relevant BIS notifications, amendments and circulars.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The requirement for Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap is established under the Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023, issued under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. BIS is the certification and enforcement authority, and any contravention of the Order is punishable under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
The Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2026 – S.O. 187(E) removed the entry relating to IS 7809 (Part 3/Sec 1):1986 for certain insulating tapes; it does not remove or amend the requirement applicable to IS 16012:2012.
Conclusion
With effect from 2 July 2025, the BIS Standard Mark is mandatory for the manufacture and sale of Poly-Laminated Aluminium Cable Wrap covered under IS 16012:2012 in India. Manufacturers and suppliers of the product should therefore ensure BIS certification and applicable ISI marking before placing covered products in the Indian market.
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