BIS Certification for Moulded Plastic Footwear

Outlined in IS 16645: 2018 are multiple performance requirements for Moulded plastics footwear.

• Tensile strength: A boot should withstand a specified tension force without failing.
• Flexing resistance: In bending sessions, it is important to prevent pieces from either breaking or flashing.
• Thickness: There is a need for the dimensions of the rubber parts to meet the minimum levels specified in the standard.
• Tear strength: The boot has to protect against tearing.
• Elongation: The boot needs to maintain a specific size without failing to continue stretching.

IS 16645:2018 sets out several standards that plastic shoes must meet:

• Water Resistance: The boots need to stop water from getting in, keeping feet dry in wet conditions.
• Durability: They must stay steady to survive frequent usage in work settings without breaking.
• Chemical Resistance: When they come into contact with typical industrial chemicals, the materials should remain unhurt.
• Comfort: The focus in design has to be on ensuring comfort for extended periods, accounting for features such as weight distribution and cushioning.

Testing labs for plastic shoes need to follow certain rules:

• Equipment: They must have the right tools that are checked and can do all the tests needed as per IS 16645:2018.
• Qualified Staff: The people working there should have the right skills and training to do the tests correctly.

These rules are important to make sure the testing process is good and the results are reliable.

Accurate labeling is crucial for meeting BIS standards. Every pair of Moulded plastics footwear needs to be clearly marked with important details that help consumers understand the product's features and confirm its compliance.

Each article of unlined molded rubber boots must be marked with the following information:

• Manufacturer's Name or Logo: This shows who made the footwear.
• Size Number: This explains the dimensions of the sole.
• Batch Number: This serves to monitor the quality production batch.
• Month and Year of Production: This is a testament to the time when the product was produced.
• ISI Mark: This verifies that the product falls within the specifications of BIS.

Also, the packaging must follow BIS rules to ensure safe handling and storage during shipping.

BIS certification is crucial for several reasons:

• Market Access: It shall be marked with the ISI mark for it is compulsory for any manufacturer who wants their Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) boots to be sold in India. This means that without this certification, manufacturers cannot be able to sale their products to the market.
• Consumer Safety: Certification means that the products have to conform to given standards in order to prevent the consumer from using dangerous products.
• Quality Assurance: The BIS certification process helps ensure the quality standards of the products as it covers quality control aspects of the products.
• Regulatory Compliance: The BIS certification acts as an asset to manufacturers since it avails them of the legal standards that are accepted by the government hence saving them from legal troubles.
• Brand Credibility: An ISI mark adds value to the business by providing the consumers confidence that they are dealing with products that meet the nation’s quality standards.
• Environmental Considerations: The BIS in its regulations has put forward specific measures to restrict the use of some dangerous chemicals when producing products that have to do with environmental effects in the industry.