BIS Certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride | IS 15573:2018
Introduction
Poly Aluminium Chloride, commonly known as PAC, is an important water-treatment chemical used for coagulation and removal of suspended and colloidal impurities from water. It is widely used in drinking-water treatment, industrial water treatment, sewage treatment and other water purification applications.
In India, Poly Aluminium Chloride is covered under IS 15573:2018 – Polyaluminium Chloride. BIS has issued a Product Manual for this standard under Scheme-I of the BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018.
The Poly Aluminium Chloride (Quality Control) Order, 2019 requires the specified product to conform to IS 15573:2018 and bear the Standard Mark under a BIS licence, subject to the provisions and exemptions of the Order.
This makes BIS certification an important requirement for manufacturers supplying Poly Aluminium Chloride in the Indian market.
About Poly Aluminium Chloride
Poly Aluminium Chloride is an inorganic polymeric coagulant used primarily in water and wastewater treatment.
It helps destabilize suspended particles and facilitates their aggregation into larger particles, which can then be separated from water through processes such as sedimentation and filtration.
PAC is available in different forms and grades.
The BIS Product Manual specifically identifies:
- Liquid PAC
- Powder PAC
- Medium Basicity PAC
- High Basicity PAC
The applicable form and grade must be included within the BIS licence scope.
What is IS 15573:2018?
IS 15573:2018 is the Indian Standard titled:
Polyaluminium Chloride
The standard specifies requirements and testing methods for Poly Aluminium Chloride.
BIS's current product manual identifies IS 15573:2018 as the applicable standard and notes amendments to the standard.
The standard covers important characteristics such as:
- Aluminium content
- Basicity
- Chloride
- Sulphates
- Specific gravity
- Viscosity
- Bulk density
- Toxic substances
- Insoluble matter
- pH
The exact requirement depends on whether the PAC is supplied in liquid or powder form and whether it is medium or high basicity.
Scope of IS 15573:2018
IS 15573:2018 applies to Poly Aluminium Chloride manufactured for its specified applications.
The BIS certification scope distinguishes between:
Liquid PAC
Liquid Poly Aluminium Chloride supplied as the applicable grade.
Powder PAC
Powder-form Poly Aluminium Chloride supplied as the applicable grade.
Medium Basicity PAC
PAC conforming to the medium-basicity requirements of the standard.
High Basicity PAC
PAC conforming to the high-basicity requirements of the standard.
BIS's Product Manual requires a sample of each form and each grade to be tested for including that respective form and grade in the licence scope.
Applications of Poly Aluminium Chloride
Poly Aluminium Chloride can be used in:
- Drinking water treatment
- Municipal water treatment
- Industrial wastewater treatment
- Sewage treatment
- Effluent treatment
- Water purification plants
- Paper and pulp industries
- Textile wastewater treatment
- Chemical industries
- Process-water treatment
- Industrial effluent clarification
The suitability of a particular PAC grade depends on the intended application and the requirements of the user.
BIS Certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride
BIS certification provides a mechanism for demonstrating conformity of Poly Aluminium Chloride with IS 15573:2018.
BIS lists IS 15573 under its products covered by Scheme-I / ISI Mark Scheme, and the applicable Quality Control Order requires the Standard Mark under a BIS licence.
A manufacturer seeking certification needs to establish that:
- The manufacturing process is controlled
- Appropriate raw materials are used
- The product meets the standard's requirements
- Required testing facilities are available
- Quality-control records are maintained
- The applicable product scope can be consistently manufactured
Quality Control Order for Poly Aluminium Chloride
The Poly Aluminium Chloride (Quality Control) Order, 2019 was issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals.
The Order specifies:
Product: Poly Aluminium Chloride
Indian Standard: IS 15573:2018
Title: Specification for Poly Aluminium Chloride
The Order requires the specified goods to conform to the Indian Standard and bear the Standard Mark under a BIS licence in accordance with Scheme-I, subject to the Order's provisions.
The Order also provides an exemption for goods meant for export where they conform to the specifications required by the foreign buyer.
Raw Material Requirements
Raw-material quality is particularly important for PAC because the finished product is intended for water-treatment applications.
The BIS Product Manual specifies requirements regarding raw materials.
For PAC manufactured from virgin raw materials, the materials should not be by-products of another industry and should be suitable for producing PAC that is safe for drinking-water applications. Conformity can be established through a supplier's certificate or manufacturer's declaration, as applicable.
For certain manufacturing routes involving PAC concentrate with high alumina content, such as PAC-18, the updated Product Manual contains additional requirements concerning in-house production, storage and declarations.
Manufacturers should therefore maintain proper:
- Raw-material specifications
- Supplier certificates
- Purchase records
- Material identification
- Storage records
- Batch traceability
Important Requirements of IS 15573:2018
Aluminium as Al₂O₃
The aluminium content expressed as Al₂O₃ is an important characteristic of PAC.
The required minimum depends on the form and grade of the product.
Basicity
Basicity is one of the key characteristics used to classify PAC.
The standard specifies minimum basicity requirements according to the applicable grade.
Chloride
Chloride content is controlled within the limits specified for the applicable PAC type.
Sulphates
Sulphate content is also subject to specified maximum limits.
Specific Gravity
Specific gravity is applicable to liquid PAC and must meet the relevant requirement.
Viscosity
Viscosity is an important characteristic for liquid PAC.
Bulk Density
Bulk density is applicable to powder PAC.
Toxic Substances
The standard specifies limits for relevant toxic substances.
These can include:
- Mercury
- Arsenic
- Cadmium
- Lead
- Iron
- Manganese
- Chromium
- Selenium, where applicable
The applicable Product Manual and current standard should be followed for the complete requirements and test frequencies.
Insoluble Matter
The product must comply with the specified limit for insoluble matter.
pH
The pH of a 5 percent solution is another important requirement specified under the standard.
Testing Requirements
Testing for Poly Aluminium Chloride under IS 15573:2018 can include:
- Description
- Aluminium as Al₂O₃
- Basicity
- Chloride as Cl
- Sulphates as SO₄
- Specific gravity
- Viscosity
- Bulk density
- Toxic substances
- Insoluble matter
- pH of 5 percent solution
The applicable tests depend on the PAC form and grade.
BIS LIMS currently lists laboratories for IS 15573:2018 covering liquid and powder PAC in medium and high basicity grades.
Sample Requirements
The current BIS Product Manual specifies:
Powder PAC: 750 grams
Liquid PAC: 750 ml
The sample requirement should be followed when preparing samples for BIS testing.
For licence scope, the Product Manual states that a sample from each form and each grade is required to cover that respective form and grade in the licence scope.
Product Grouping
Unlike some standards where one sample can cover a broad group of products, the BIS Product Manual for IS 15573:2018 specifies that:
- Liquid form requires testing for liquid scope
- Powder form requires testing for powder scope
- Medium basicity requires applicable testing
- High basicity requires applicable testing
Therefore, manufacturers producing multiple forms and grades should plan their certification scope carefully.
Manufacturing Process
A typical PAC manufacturing process may involve:
Raw Material Selection
Suitable virgin raw materials are selected according to the required manufacturing route.
Reaction
The raw materials undergo controlled chemical reactions.
Concentration
The PAC solution is concentrated to achieve the required product characteristics.
Adjustment
Parameters such as basicity and aluminium content are controlled according to the required grade.
Liquid PAC Production
The finished material may be filtered and stored as liquid PAC.
Powder PAC Production
For powder PAC, additional drying and powder-processing operations may be used.
Quality Testing
The finished product is tested against the applicable requirements of IS 15573:2018.
Packing
The final product is packed in suitable containers or packaging according to the product form.
Storage
PAC should be stored under appropriate conditions to prevent contamination and deterioration.
Factory Requirements
A manufacturer should maintain suitable infrastructure for:
- Raw-material storage
- Chemical processing
- Reaction
- Filtration
- Concentration
- Powder processing, where applicable
- Liquid storage
- Finished-product storage
- Packaging
- Quality control
- Sample preparation
- Testing
The exact facilities depend on whether the manufacturer produces liquid PAC, powder PAC, or both.
Documents Required
Common documents required for BIS certification can include:
- Company registration documents
- Factory address proof
- Factory layout
- Manufacturing process flow
- Machinery details
- Raw-material specifications
- Supplier certificates
- Raw-material purchase records
- Product specifications
- Product formulation/process details
- Quality-control plan
- Internal test reports
- Laboratory test reports
- Testing equipment list
- Calibration certificates
- Product packing details
- Product labels
- Marking details
- Authorized signatory documents
- Trademark documents, where applicable
Additional documents may be required depending on the manufacturing process and product scope.
Testing Facilities
The manufacturer should have access to suitable testing facilities required for the applicable product scope.
Important testing arrangements can include facilities for:
- Aluminium analysis
- Basicity
- Chloride
- Sulphates
- Specific gravity
- Viscosity
- Bulk density
- Toxic substances
- Insoluble matter
- pH
The exact equipment and testing arrangements should be checked against the latest BIS Product Manual.
Factory Inspection
During the BIS factory assessment, the following areas may be reviewed:
Raw Materials
Verification of raw-material specifications and records.
Manufacturing Process
Review of the production process and process controls.
Storage
Inspection of raw-material and finished-product storage conditions.
Testing Facilities
Verification of required testing equipment and procedures.
Calibration
Checking calibration records for measuring and testing equipment.
Quality Control
Review of batch-wise testing and inspection records.
Traceability
Verification of batch identification and production records.
Product Marking
Verification of product labels and applicable BIS marking arrangements.
Quality Control During Production
Manufacturers should maintain suitable controls for:
- Raw-material inspection
- Batch identification
- Process parameters
- Aluminium content
- Basicity
- Product form
- Toxic-substance limits
- pH
- Insoluble matter
- Final product testing
Regular testing helps ensure that the product remains within the required limits.
BIS Marking
Once the BIS licence is granted, the certified product can be marked with the applicable BIS Standard Mark and licence number (CM/L) according to BIS requirements.
The Standard Mark should only be used within the approved licence scope and according to the applicable marking conditions.
The Poly Aluminium Chloride QCO specifically requires the Standard Mark under a BIS licence for the covered product.
BIS Testing Cost
Current BIS LIMS listings show testing facilities for IS 15573:2018.
For example, one current listing shows ₹15,000 excluding taxes for liquid and powder PAC covering medium and high basicity, while another laboratory listing shows ₹12,500 excluding taxes for its listed scope.
The actual testing cost can vary according to:
- Laboratory
- Product form
- Grade
- Testing scope
- Additional parameters
- Sample requirements
Therefore, the current laboratory quotation should be confirmed before sample submission.
Cost of BIS Certification
The overall certification cost may include:
- BIS application charges
- Laboratory testing
- Sample preparation
- Factory inspection
- Testing equipment
- Calibration
- Documentation
- Retesting, if required
- Consultancy charges
The final cost depends on the manufacturer's product scope and existing testing infrastructure.
Certification Timeline
The time required for BIS certification depends on:
- Documentation readiness
- Factory readiness
- Testing laboratory availability
- Sample preparation
- Product scope
- BIS application processing
- Factory inspection
- Test-report evaluation
- Closure of observations
Manufacturers producing both liquid and powder PAC or multiple grades should plan the testing and documentation requirements before applying.
Common Reasons for Certification Delays
Some common issues include:
- Incorrect product classification
- Incorrect grade selection
- Incomplete raw-material records
- Non-compliant chemical composition
- Basicity outside the specified limit
- Excessive toxic substances
- Incorrect pH
- High insoluble matter
- Inadequate testing facilities
- Missing calibration records
- Incomplete batch records
- Poor traceability
- Improper sample preparation
- Factory not ready for assessment
- Incorrect product marking
- Incomplete documentation
Who Needs BIS Certification?
BIS certification requirements can apply to manufacturers of Poly Aluminium Chloride covered by IS 15573:2018 and the applicable Quality Control Order.
This may include:
- Poly Aluminium Chloride manufacturers
- PAC chemical manufacturers
- Water-treatment chemical manufacturers
- Chemical processing companies
- Industrial water-treatment suppliers
- Wastewater-treatment chemical manufacturers
- Municipal water-treatment chemical suppliers
- Companies manufacturing liquid PAC
- Companies manufacturing powder PAC
Importers should separately verify the current BIS and QCO requirements applicable to imported PAC.
Benefits of BIS Certification
Regulatory Compliance
Helps manufacturers comply with applicable mandatory requirements.
Product Quality
Testing verifies important chemical and physical characteristics.
Customer Confidence
BIS certification provides confidence that the product conforms to the applicable Indian Standard.
Market Acceptance
BIS certification is important where the QCO applies.
Better Quality Control
Regular production testing helps maintain consistency.
Traceability
Batch records and testing documentation improve product traceability.
Business Credibility
BIS certification can improve acceptance among industrial and institutional customers.
Why Choose Qualitance India?
Qualitance India provides BIS certification consultancy for manufacturers and businesses dealing with products covered under Indian Standards.
For Poly Aluminium Chloride as per IS 15573:2018, assistance can include:
- Product applicability assessment
- Form and grade identification
- BIS requirement review
- Product scope planning
- Documentation support
- Testing requirement assessment
- Laboratory coordination
- Sample preparation guidance
- BIS application assistance
- Factory inspection preparation
- Quality-control documentation
- Test report coordination
- Observation closure assistance
- BIS licence support
Qualitance India
Phone: +91-9310-615-170
Email: info@qualitanceindia.com
Website: https://qualitanceindia.com/
BIS Certification Process
Product Identification
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IS 15573:2018 Requirement Review
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Liquid/Powder Identification
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Medium/High Basicity Identification
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Factory & Testing Facility Review
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Documentation Preparation
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Sample Preparation
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Laboratory Testing
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BIS Application
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BIS Scrutiny
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Factory Assessment
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Test Report Evaluation
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Observation Closure
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BIS Licence Grant
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Standard Mark Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Poly Aluminium Chloride?
Poly Aluminium Chloride, or PAC, is an inorganic polymeric coagulant widely used for water and wastewater treatment.
2. What is IS 15573:2018?
IS 15573:2018 is the Indian Standard for Polyaluminium Chloride.
3. Is BIS certification mandatory for Poly Aluminium Chloride?
Poly Aluminium Chloride is covered by the Poly Aluminium Chloride (Quality Control) Order, 2019, which requires conformity to IS 15573:2018 and the Standard Mark under a BIS licence, subject to the Order's provisions.
4. What forms of PAC are covered?
The BIS Product Manual identifies liquid and powder forms.
5. What grades are covered?
The Product Manual identifies medium basicity and high basicity grades.
6. Is separate testing required for liquid and powder PAC?
The Product Manual states that a sample of PAC in each form and each grade needs to be tested for covering the respective form and grade in the licence scope.
7. What is the sample quantity?
The Product Manual specifies 750 grams for powder PAC and 750 ml for liquid PAC.
8. What tests are performed on PAC?
Testing can include aluminium content, basicity, chloride, sulphates, specific gravity, viscosity, bulk density, toxic substances, insoluble matter and pH.
9. Is toxic-substance testing required?
Yes. The standard specifies limits for relevant toxic substances.
10. Is pH testing required?
Yes. The pH of a 5 percent solution is an applicable characteristic under the standard.
11. Is basicity important for PAC?
Yes. Basicity is a major characteristic used to distinguish PAC grades under the standard.
12. What raw materials are required?
The BIS Product Manual contains requirements regarding virgin raw materials and specific requirements for certain manufacturing routes.
13. Is factory inspection required?
Factory assessment forms part of the applicable BIS certification process.
14. Is testing equipment required at the factory?
The manufacturer needs suitable testing arrangements according to the applicable certification requirements and product scope.
15. Can a manufacturer get one licence for liquid and powder PAC?
The licence scope can include both where the manufacturer meets the applicable requirements and submits the required samples and test evidence for each form.
16. What is the current PAC testing cost?
Current BIS LIMS listings show different charges depending on the laboratory and scope, including listings of ₹12,500 and ₹15,000 excluding taxes.
17. Can exported PAC be exempt from the QCO?
The 2019 QCO provides an exemption for goods meant for export that conform to specifications required by the foreign buyer.
18. Can Qualitance India help with PAC certification?
Yes. Qualitance India can assist with product assessment, documentation, testing coordination, BIS application and factory inspection preparation.
19. How long does BIS certification take?
The timeline depends on product scope, testing, factory readiness, documentation and BIS processing.
20. How can I start BIS certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride?
You can begin by sharing your PAC form, grade, manufacturing process, factory details and existing testing facilities for an applicability and requirement assessment.
People Also Ask
What is BIS certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride?
It is the BIS conformity certification process for PAC manufactured according to IS 15573:2018.
Is IS 15573 mandatory for PAC manufacturers?
Poly Aluminium Chloride is covered under the Poly Aluminium Chloride Quality Control Order, 2019.
What is PAC used for?
PAC is primarily used as a coagulant in water and wastewater treatment.
What is the difference between liquid and powder PAC?
Liquid PAC is supplied as a solution, while powder PAC is supplied in dry form. The applicable requirements and testing characteristics differ according to the standard.
What is PAC basicity?
Basicity is an important chemical characteristic of Poly Aluminium Chloride and is used to classify PAC grades under IS 15573.
What tests are required for Poly Aluminium Chloride?
Tests include chemical and physical characteristics such as aluminium content, basicity, chloride, sulphates, specific gravity, viscosity, toxic substances, insoluble matter and pH.
How do I get a BIS licence for PAC?
The process involves product assessment, documentation, testing, BIS application, factory assessment, evaluation and licence grant.
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Need BIS Certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride?
If you manufacture Poly Aluminium Chloride and need BIS certification as per IS 15573:2018, proper preparation of your product scope, raw materials, manufacturing process, testing facilities and quality-control documentation is important.
Qualitance India can assist with product assessment, documentation, laboratory coordination, BIS application and factory inspection preparation.
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Phone: +91-9310-615-170
Email: info@qualitanceindia.com
Website: https://qualitanceindia.com/
Contact Qualitance India for assistance with BIS Certification for Poly Aluminium Chloride as per IS 15573:2018.
Conclusion
Poly Aluminium Chloride is an important water-treatment chemical used across drinking-water, wastewater and industrial water-treatment applications. IS 15573:2018 establishes requirements for PAC, including important characteristics such as aluminium content, basicity, chloride, sulphates, specific gravity, viscosity, toxic substances, insoluble matter and pH.
The Poly Aluminium Chloride (Quality Control) Order, 2019 makes conformity with the applicable Indian Standard and use of the Standard Mark under a BIS licence an important regulatory requirement for covered products.
Manufacturers should carefully determine their product form, grade, raw-material source, manufacturing process, testing arrangements and licence scope before starting the certification process.
For manufacturers requiring assistance, Qualitance India can support the BIS certification process for Poly Aluminium Chloride as per IS 15573:2018, from initial product assessment through testing, application and factory inspection preparation.