BIS Certification for Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines in India: Complete Compliance Guide

BIS Certification for Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines in India products are subject to mandatory BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) requirements in India. Every manufacturer and importer must obtain a valid BIS CRS registration for each model before the product can be manufactured, imported, or sold in the Indian market. Non-compliance attracts penalties including product seizure, market withdrawal, and prosecution under the BIS Act 2016.

This guide covers the applicable Indian Standards, mandatory safety testing requirements, the step-by-step CRS registration process, documentary requirements, and the most critical compliance pitfalls for this product category in 2026.

📜 Applicable Indian Standards

The following Indian Standards apply to this product category under the BIS CRS framework:

• IS/IEC 60335-2-10 — Particular requirements for floor treatment machines and wet scrubbing machines
• IS/IEC 60335-1 — General requirements for safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• IS 13252 (Part 1) — Indian adaptation of IEC 60335-1

🔬 Mandatory Safety Tests

BIS-approved laboratories evaluate the following key areas during safety testing for this product category:

📋 Step-by-Step BIS CRS Registration Process

1. Standard ClassificationConfirm the product maps to IS/IEC 60335-2-10. Commercial scrubber-dryers above certain weight and power ratings may require additional safety assessments.
2. Appoint AIRForeign manufacturers must appoint an Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) before filing the BIS CRS application.
3. Sample Testing at BIS-Approved LabSubmit representative machines to a BIS-approved laboratory. Floor treatment machine testing including endurance cycles typically takes 5-7 weeks.
4. Online Application via BIS Manak PortalSubmit Form VI, test report, factory documents, photographs, trademark certificate, and AIR letter.
5. BIS Query ResolutionCommon queries involve brush containment test data, wet-surface leakage current documentation, and motor endurance records.
6. R-Number GrantBIS issues the R-number upon approval. Mark on the machine body, packaging, and user manual.
7. RenewalValid for 2 years. Changes to brush motor, rotating mechanism, or water management system require re-testing.

📄 Documents Required

• Completed BIS Form VI and declaration of conformity
• Test report as per IS/IEC 60335-2-10 and IS 13252 (Part 1) from BIS-approved laboratory
• Factory registration and address proof
• Trademark registration certificate
• AIR appointment letter (for foreign manufacturers)
• Product photographs with compliance label placement
• Technical specification sheet (voltage, motor power, brush speed, water tank capacity)
• User and service manual in English and/or Hindi

⚠ Common Rejection Reasons

Common rejection causes include brush or pad assembly failing containment under blocked-rotor conditions, wet-surface leakage current exceeding permissible limits during operation, motor thermal cut-out activating outside the specified temperature range, and model number discrepancies between the test report and the BIS registration application.

🏭 Special Considerations for Importers

Floor treatment machines are imported for the commercial cleaning, hospitality, and facility management sectors in India. Importers must ensure valid BIS CRS documentation for every machine model. Products placed without valid registration are liable to BIS enforcement action under the BIS Act 2016.