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The Ministry of Steel has clarified that all intermediate steel inputs used in manufacturing must adhere to existing BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) norms, but no new Quality Control Orders (QCOs) have been introduced since August 2024.
This clarification addresses industry concerns about compliance inconsistencies. Previously, domestic producers were required to use BIS-certified materials like HR and CR coils, while some importers bypassed this by bringing in finished products made with uncertified inputs. The government aims to level the playing field and ensure all steel—whether made in India or imported—meets the same quality standards.
The order also safeguards against the influx of substandard steel into the Indian market amid global overcapacity. With India’s production capacity at 200 million tonnes, the ministry emphasized that enforcing BIS standards will not impact supply or pricing.
Integrated steel plants, which manufacture both intermediate and finished goods, remain unaffected as they already hold comprehensive BIS licenses.
India’s steel consumption has grown over 12% annually for the past three years and is projected to reach 300 million tonnes by 2030. The push for uniform quality standards aligns with the nation’s infrastructure goals and supports domestic manufacturers, particularly small and medium enterprises.
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