Government Issues New Rule for Writing & Printing Paper

New BIS Rule for Paper Industry: What You Must Know About IS 1848 (Part 2):2018

The Government of India has made BIS certification mandatory for writing and printing paper under IS 1848 (Part 2):2018. This blog explains what the new Quality Control Order means, who needs to comply, and how to get certified in a simple, step-by-step way. Perfect for manufacturers, importers, and traders looking to stay compliant.

Government Issues New Rule for Writing & Printing Paper

Paper Must Now Follow BIS Quality Standards – Here’s What It Means

The Government of India has recently announced a big update that directly affects writing and printing paper manufacturers, traders, and importers.

From now on, all writing and printing paper in India must follow a quality standard called IS 1848 (Part 2):2018. This is part of a new law called a Quality Control Order (QCO), which means following this rule is no longer optional – it’s mandatory.

What is IS 1848 (Part 2):2018?

This is a BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) rule that tells us what quality writing and printing paper must have. It covers important things like:

Paper thickness (GSM)
Brightness – so text looks clear and readable
Durability – the paper shouldn’t tear or wear out quickly
Smoothness and ink absorption – for better printing quality
pH level and ash content – for safe, long-lasting use

Basically, this standard helps make sure the paper is good quality and works well for books, notebooks, printers, office work, and more.

Why Did the Government Make This Rule?

Here’s why this QCO was introduced:

✔️ To stop the use of low-quality paper
✔️ To make sure customers get safe and reliable products
✔️ To support Indian manufacturers
✔️ To reduce bad imports
✔️ To promote the idea of "Make in India"

With this rule in place, every paper seller and maker will have to follow the same quality standards.

Who Needs to Follow This Rule?

This rule is for:

Paper manufacturers
Importers who bring paper into India
Wholesalers, traders, and retailers

If you make, sell, or import writing/printing paper, you must now get BIS Certification. Only certified paper products can be sold in India after the rule takes effect.

When Will This Rule Start?

The rule has been officially announced by the government. The enforcement date will be mentioned in the Gazette Notification. Usually, businesses are given a few months to prepare and comply.

But don’t wait till the last minute – start the BIS certification process now to avoid any delays or legal trouble later.

What is BIS Certification and How to Get It?

To sell paper in India legally, you must now get a BIS license (also called the ISI mark). This shows your paper meets Indian quality standards.

Here’s how the process works:

Apply to BIS with your company documents
Send samples to a BIS-approved lab for testing
Factory inspection will be done by BIS officers
If all is good, BIS will give you the license to use the ISI mark on your paper

Once certified, your product is safe to sell and trusted in the market.

How We Can Help You

At Sanyog Conformity Solution, we make the whole process easy and stress-free. Whether you’re a small paper unit or a large importer, we guide you step-by-step:

Help with paperwork
Get your product tested
Assist during the factory visit
Make sure you get your ISI mark quickly
You focus on running your business – we’ll handle the certification.

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New BIS Rule for Paper Industry: What You Must Know About IS 1848 (Part 2):2018