Electric insect killers — also known as bug zappers, mosquito killers, and electric insect traps — manufactured, imported, or sold in India require mandatory BIS ISI Mark certification under IS 302 (Part 1):2024 together with IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024, notified within the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025. Compliance becomes mandatory from 19 March 2026, subject to any MSME extensions. The standards address protection against electric shock, earthing, insulation and creepage distances, resistance to heat, fire and rusting, and radiation hazards from lamps and high-voltage grids. Products using vaporised chemicals or intended for hazardous locations fall outside this scope, and some lamp-based units may additionally need to meet IS 10322. Applications are submitted through the BIS ManakOnline portal, and foreign manufacturers obtain certification under the FMCS scheme via an appointed Authorized Indian Representative (AIR); imports without a valid licence can be stopped at customs.
Electric insect killers — commonly sold as bug zappers, mosquito killers, pest-control appliances, and electric insect traps — are widely used in homes, offices, hotels, restaurants, and warehouses. Because these appliances combine electric heating elements, UV lamps, and in some designs high-voltage grids, they carry real risks of electric shock, overheating, and fire if they are not built to recognised safety standards.
To address this, the Government of India brought insect killers under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, against IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024. This guide covers what that means in practice — the applicable standards, testing requirements, the certification process, documents, cost, timeline, and what happens if a business doesn't comply.
📑 Quick Navigation
- What Is BIS Certification for Insect Killers?
- Is BIS Certification Mandatory?
- What Do IS 302 (Part 1) and Part 2/Sec 59:2024 Cover?
- What's Excluded From This Standard?
- What Does BIS Testing Check?
- Certification Process
- Document Checklist
- Indian & Foreign Manufacturers, and Importers
- Certification Cost
- How Long Does Certification Take?
- Consequences of Non-Compliance
- How Rego Services Supports Your Certification
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is BIS Certification for Insect Killers?
BIS certification demonstrates that an electric insect killer conforms to the applicable Indian Standard requirements set out by the Bureau of Indian Standards before it is sold or imported in India. Because these are electrical appliances that sit close to users for extended periods, the certification framework looks closely at the elements that keep the appliance electrically safe, in addition to general build quality. It considers characteristics such as:
Insulation, earthing, and enclosure design that keep live parts safe to touch in normal use.
Resistance of internal and external components to heat, fire, tracking, and corrosion over time.
Safety of UV lamps and high-voltage grids, including applicable radiation-hazard requirements.
Classification, marking, terminals, screws, connections, and overall mechanical construction.
This makes BIS compliance particularly relevant for businesses that manufacture or source electric insect killers for commercial sale or import in India — and compliance needs to be considered during product design and production, not only when applying for certification.
Is BIS Certification Mandatory for Insect Killers in India?
Yes. Insect killers are specifically listed under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, against IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024. Compliance becomes mandatory from 19 March 2026, subject to any timeline relaxations BIS notifies for MSMEs. Certification is granted under Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, the same product certification scheme used for the wider household-appliances QCO.
The ISI mark licence for insect killers is granted only when the product meets the benchmarks of electrical safety and reliable performance specified under the applicable standards, and imports without a valid BIS licence and ISI mark can be stopped at customs.
What Do IS 302 (Part 1) and Part 2/Sec 59:2024 Cover?
IS 302 (Part 1):2024 — Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Safety, Part 1: General Requirements — is identical under dual numbering with IEC 60335-1:2020, and sets out the general safety requirements applicable across household and similar electrical appliances, including classification, marking, power input, heating, leakage current, insulation resistance, mechanical strength, and construction.
IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024 — Particular Requirements, Section 59: Insect Killers (First Revision) — builds on Part 1 with requirements specific to insect killers, including protection against electric shock, provision for earthing, terminals for external conductors, screws and connections, clearances and creepage distances, resistance to heat, fire and tracking, resistance to rusting, and radiation hazards.
What's Excluded From This Standard?
Not every insect-control product falls within the scope of IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024, so classification matters before applying for certification.
| Product Type | Applicable Standard / Status |
|---|---|
| Electric insect killers (household type) | IS 302 (Part 1) & Part 2/Sec 59:2024 |
| Insect killers using vaporised chemicals | Outside the scope of Part 2/Sec 59 |
| Insect killers for hazardous locations | Outside the scope of Part 2/Sec 59 |
| Insect killers built around particular lamp types | May additionally require IS 10322 |
| Insect nets | Separately covered under IS 16513:2016 |
A manufacturer producing more than one type of pest-control product should evaluate each design separately rather than assuming that certification under one standard covers a different product category.
What Does BIS Testing Check for Insect Killers?
BIS testing for insect killers is designed to check whether the appliance meets applicable requirements for electrical safety, construction, and durability. The basic testing requirements include:
Checks that live parts and accessible surfaces protect users against electric shock during normal use.
Checks the appliance's earthing arrangement where applicable to the design.
Checks terminals for external conductors and the security of screws and electrical connections.
Checks clearances, creepage distances, and solid insulation between live parts and accessible surfaces.
Checks the appliance's resistance to heat, fire, and electrical tracking under specified conditions.
Checks corrosion resistance of metal parts likely to be exposed to moisture in normal use.
Checks radiation-related hazards associated with UV lamps and high-voltage insect-killing grids.
Checks that the appliance is correctly classified and marked in accordance with Part 1 and Part 2/Sec 59.
Manufacturers should review both standards against the actual electrical construction, lamp type, and grid design of the insect killer before submitting samples for testing — changes in components, wiring, or lamp specification can affect compliance.
What Is the BIS Certification Process for Insect Killers?
Check that the product is an electric insect killer within the scope of IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024, and not an excluded chemical or hazardous-location device.
Check the appliance's electrical construction, insulation, earthing, lamp type, and marking against Part 1 and Part 2/Sec 59 requirements.
Prepare the technical and business documents required for the BIS application and product evaluation.
Submit the application through the BIS ManakOnline portal along with the required information and supporting documents.
Required samples are submitted to a BIS-recognised laboratory for testing against the applicable clauses of Part 1 and Part 2/Sec 59.
BIS assesses the manufacturing facility, production controls, testing arrangements, and quality-control systems.
Once the applicable requirements are satisfactorily completed, BIS grants the licence, allowing the Standard Mark to be applied to the approved product scope; foreign manufacturers receive it under the FMCS scheme via an appointed AIR.
What Are the Documents Required for BIS Certification?
The exact document list can vary by manufacturer and product, but businesses should generally prepare:
- Legal address proof of the factory — Confirming the manufacturing facility's registered location.
- Product specifications — Technical details and circuit or wiring drawings of the specific insect-killer model.
- Raw material, component, and testing equipment details — Documentation of what the facility uses in production and testing, including calibration certificates.
- QC staff and basic factory details — Information about quality-control personnel and facility operations.
- Lab test reports — Product testing results demonstrating conformance to IS 302 (Part 1) and Part 2/Sec 59:2024.
- Main Application Form V — The formal BIS application document.
- ISI application fee — The prescribed fee accompanying the application.
- Authorized Indian Representative appointment — Required for foreign manufacturers submitting an application.
Understanding BIS Certification for Indian and Foreign Manufacturers
Certification requirements should be considered differently depending on where the insect killers are manufactured:
- The manufacturing unit must be located in India to apply for the domestic ISI certification route
- Maintain in-house testing facilities and a quality-control system for raw materials and finished products
- Follow the applicable BIS FMCS certification route for overseas manufacturing
- Meet requirements concerning the manufacturing location and quality systems
- Appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR)
What Is the BIS Certification Cost for Insect Killers?
There is no single fixed cost representing the complete price of BIS certification. A simplified breakdown of the general estimate:
| Component | Domestic Manufacturers | Foreign Manufacturers |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 (Equivalent USD) |
| Sample Testing | As per applicable clauses of IS 302 (Part 1 & Part 2/Sec 59) | As per applicable clauses of IS 302 (Part 1 & Part 2/Sec 59) |
| Audit Fee | ₹7,000 per man-day | ₹7,000 per man-day |
| Minimum Marking Fee | Depends on product & IS | Depends on product & IS |
| License Fee | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 (Equivalent USD) |
| Visiting Fee | Not applicable | As actual (airfare, visa, stay, etc.) |
| Additional Charges | May vary | May vary |
| Consultancy Fee | Varies | Varies |
How Long Does BIS Certification Take?
The timeline generally depends on the manufacturer's readiness and the product's complexity. On average, it takes around 30 working days for domestic manufacturers and considerably longer for foreign manufacturers applying under the FMCS route, at BIS's technical discretion.
Completeness of documents and laboratory availability.
Sample readiness and overall product conformity.
Factory readiness and audit scheduling.
Testing results, queries or non-conformities, and any corrective action.
With the QCO's compliance deadline set at 19 March 2026, manufacturers and importers should begin the BIS process well ahead of commercial production or import planning, and should keep track of any MSME extensions or amendments notified for this QCO.
What Happens in Case of Non-Compliance with BIS Regulations?
Non-compliance with applicable BIS requirements can create serious regulatory and commercial consequences for manufacturers, importers, and sellers. If a notified product doesn't conform to the applicable Indian Standard, or is sold or imported without the required certification, the business may face action under the applicable BIS regulatory framework:
Non-compliant products may not be permitted to be manufactured, imported, stored, or sold where mandatory BIS requirements apply.
Insect killers imported without a valid BIS licence and ISI mark can be stopped at customs.
Violations of the BIS Act and related requirements can attract fines, penalties, and other enforcement measures.
Regulatory authorities may take action against products found to be non-compliant in the market.
Manufacturers may need to modify the product, repeat testing, or undergo additional compliance procedures.
Where a licence has been granted but the certified product or manufacturing controls fail to meet requirements, BIS may take action under the applicable certification framework.
Maintaining conformity after certification is equally important — compliance isn't limited to obtaining the BIS licence once; the certified product must continue to meet applicable requirements and marking conditions to remain eligible for sale in India.
BIS Certification for Household Electrical Appliances — Complete QCO 2025 Guide
Manufacturing or importing other household electrical appliances alongside insect killers? See our complete guide to the wider Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances QCO, covering applicable IS 302 categories and the certification process.
How Rego Services Supports Your BIS Certification
BIS certification requires coordination between regulatory requirements, product specifications, testing, and manufacturing controls. Rego Services Private Limited supports manufacturers, importers, and businesses with the BIS certification process for insect killers, including:
- Applicability assessment — We confirm your product falls within the notified scope and identify the correct combination of IS 302 (Part 1) and Part 2/Sec 59 clauses that apply.
- Documentation support — We prepare the complete document set, including Form V, product specifications, and QC details.
- Testing coordination — We manage sample submission and testing with BIS-accredited laboratories.
- Certification assistance — We guide you through the factory audit and the full certification process, including submission through the BIS ManakOnline portal.
- AIR support for foreign manufacturers — We can act as your Authorized Indian Representative and manage the FMCS application end-to-end.
- Cost-effective, tailored compliance consultancy — We provide guidance suited to your specific product range and manufacturing setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BIS certification required for insect killers in India?
Yes. Insect killers are notified under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, and mandatory compliance applies from 19 March 2026, subject to any MSME timeline extensions notified by BIS.
Which BIS standard applies to insect killers?
Insect killers are evaluated against IS 302 (Part 1):2024, the general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances, read together with IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024, the particular requirements for insect killers.
Do all insect-control products need this certification?
No. IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024 applies to electric insect killers of the household type. Devices using vaporised chemicals, or intended for hazardous locations, fall outside its scope, and appliances built around particular lamp types may additionally need to meet IS 10322.
What does BIS testing check for insect killers?
Testing covers protection against electric shock, earthing and terminals, screws and connections, clearances and creepage distances, resistance to heat, fire and tracking, resistance to rusting, and radiation hazards, alongside the general construction, marking, and classification requirements of Part 1.
Can foreign manufacturers sell insect killers in India without BIS certification?
No. Imports of insect killers without a valid BIS licence and ISI mark can be stopped at customs. Foreign manufacturers obtain certification under the FMCS scheme through an appointed Authorized Indian Representative.
How much does BIS certification for insect killers cost?
There is no single fixed cost — it depends on laboratory testing charges for the applicable clauses of IS 302 (Part 1) and Part 2/Sec 59, the number of models, and factory preparation, alongside standard application, audit, marking, and licence fees.
✓ Key Takeaways
- Electric insect killers require mandatory BIS ISI Mark certification under IS 302 (Part 1) & Part 2/Sec 59:2024, notified within the Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances QCO, 2025
- Compliance is mandatory from 19 March 2026, subject to any MSME extensions
- Testing covers electric shock protection, earthing, insulation/creepage, heat/fire/rust resistance, and radiation hazards
- Vaporised-chemical and hazardous-location devices are excluded; some lamp-based units may need IS 10322 as well
- Applications are submitted through the BIS ManakOnline portal, with the licence granted for the approved scope
- Imports without a valid BIS/ISI mark can be stopped at customs
- Rego Services provides end-to-end support — applicability assessment, documentation, testing coordination, and AIR services
Conclusion
BIS certification for insect killers is an important regulatory requirement for businesses notified under the Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances QCO, 2025. The applicable standards, IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 59):2024, cover electric shock protection, insulation, heat and fire resistance, rusting, and radiation hazards — and manufacturers should confirm their product's exact scope before testing begins, particularly where chemical-based or lamp-specific designs are involved.
Businesses planning to manufacture, import, or sell insect killers in India should verify the latest BIS requirements, identify the correct product classification, and prepare for testing and certification well ahead of the 19 March 2026 compliance deadline.
Contact Rego Services today to start a hassle-free BIS certification journey for your insect killers.