Updated on August 14, 2025 12:14:13 PM
Compound cattle feeds are very important in determining the quality of feed for cattle in order to increase their overall capacity to produce. This is a ration that is made out of combining different types of grains as well as protein meals, vitamins, and minerals in order to ensure that the cattle are well-fed. This is why as the scale of production increases and what is fed to the animals themselves, the regulatory bodies have become important. In India, The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to standardize compounded cattle feeds has set a standard under IS 2052:2009. In this blog post, you will learn about the BIS certification, the rules that should be followed in order to be a BIS-certified company, and what are the benefits of getting certified.
IS 2052:2009 is an Indian standard that aims to lay down the provisions for compounded cattle feeds to be fed to livestock. It describes the various sampling and testing procedures that are important to ascertain that these feeds are safe and healthy. The standard categorizes compounded cattle feeds into two types:
Cattle feed that is compounded must be in particular forms; meals, cubes, and pellets. Thus, the standard bars the addition of hazardous constituents, adulterants, and metallic fragments within the feed. Employers are expected to employ only those ingredients found in the feed standard; to meet the needs of livestock in terms of nutrition and their overall health.
In this case, it is worth stating that BIS certification is compulsory for all manufacturers of compounded cattle feeds. The process of certification helps to observe the compliance of products with the requirements specified in IS 2052:2009. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has realized the need for regulatory control over animal feeds as feed and fodder are potential carriers of contamination. Implementing safety requirements of BIS reduces and minimizes these risks and thereby increases food safety for consumers.
It takes a candidate through a series of tests to secure the BIS certification as well as quality assurance exams. This process includes:
Such tests are carried out in accredited laboratories which shows that the feed does not pose a danger to the animal consuming it.
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To get the BIS certification, first, have to apply for ISI endorsement under the ISI scheme. Applicants can download the application form from the website of the BIS portal. The application must include all necessary details and documentation, such as:
After filing the application, officials from BIS will assess the manufacturing premises where the application has been submitted. This inspection focuses on assessing:
In this phase, officials will also take samples of the compounded cattle feed in order to conduct further analysis.
All the collected samples are taken to accredited laboratories which analyze them fully. The laboratory will perform various tests, including:
After undertaking these tests, the laboratory will prepare a report inclusive of findings and observations.
Upon getting this laboratory report, the applicant forwards the same to the BIS in order to prepare for the final assessment. The officials of the BIS will consider the report and come up with the decision to give the BIS certification. The manufacturer can then use the ISI mark on their products, once they get the approval of the standards.
The government-approved fees for BIS certification of Compounded Cattle Feeds under IS 2052:2009 are as follows:
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| BIS Application Fees | 9,000 |
| BIS Marking Fees | Micro Scale - 15,000 |
| Small Scale - 37,500 | |
| Medium Scale - 60,000 | |
| Large Scale - 75,000 |
NOTE: BIS testing charge fees are subject to changes from time to time depending on the circulating governments’ policies on fee structure.
Thus, it is recommended to visit the official site of BIS or consult with a BIS registration consultant like Professional Utilities.
| General Documents | Technical Documents |
|---|---|
| GST Certificate | Raw Material List |
| MSME Or Udyam Certificate (Not applicable for large-scale industries) | Raw Material Test Certificate |
| Manufacturing land details (Lease Deed/ Rent agreement) | Plant Layout (Lab, Office, Raw material area, Finished Goods area) |
| MOA/AOA (If Private Limited) | Machinery List |
| Electricity Bill | Location Layout |
| Authorization Letter | Equipment List |
| QCI Adhaar Card | Process Flow Chart and Description |
| QCI Appointment Letter | NABL approved Calibration |
| QCI Degree Certificate | Product Specific Declaration as per clause no |
| Owner’s Pan Card | |
| Factory License |
Under the nutrient density standard, each bag of compounded cattle feed shall have particular information as indicated below. This includes:
Proper marking also contributes to compliance and at the same time it assists consumers in making the right decision to purchase the product since they are confident that the product they are using will not harm them.
Benefits of BIS certification include the following to the manufacturers as well as the consumers. It also guarantees that products have desirable quality and safety attributes thus improving consumer confidence in such products. Certified products are checked in accredited labs and this reduces the compromise of the quality of the products. It also helps the manufacturers penetrate the market easily thus increasing their sales locally as well as in the international market.
The BIS certification offers manufacturers some sort of leverage in the market. It promotes the products and lends them authenticity thus making it easy to penetrate both the domestic and the international markets. Consumers are in a position to purchase certified products since it increases the chances of them getting quality and safe products in the market.
Manufacturers’ specification is smoothed when they have a BIS certification since the number of regulations that they have to deal with is reduced. It enables constant production and supply of compounded cattle feeds that help in reducing legal concerns over the safety and regulatory standards of the products.
Lack of defects and compliance with standards are the potential results of the efficient BIS certification process including the measures of testing and quality control. Since the feed to be used by the livestock is produced by the manufacturers, the latter are given a push to give their best in the production process.
It is a recognized certification from the BIS, and it helps the consumers to trust the product as they have to meet certain norms of safety and quality standards. This trust is very essential in the sector of livestock since the health of the animals has a direct relation to the standard of foods that are processed from them.
Conclusion
Hence, the BIS certification process on compounded cattle feeds is one of the crucial parameters to ensure safe and quality nutrition for the livestock in India. IS 2052:2009 guidelines will help the manufacturer to produce premium quality feeds that are safe for the health of cattle and which should supplement the nutritional standards of cattle. The certification not only helps to increase access to the market and creates confidence among the consumers but it also helps to improve the health and productivity of the livestock population. For the cattle feed industry to expand in a sustainable business model, it will be very important to maintain adherence to these different standards.
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BIS certification is a quality check that is carried out by the BIS as per the prescribed norms in the IS 2052:2009 which is mandatory for compounded cattle feeds. This certification is aimed to confirm its quality and ensure that it contains no harmful substances and is useful for animals’ nutrition.
It is, for several reasons, important that BIS certification:
Some of the components that are used when preparing compounded cattle feeds are as follows;
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