Rubber Hawai chappal manufactured, imported, or sold in India requires a mandatory BIS ISI Mark under the BIS Quality Control Order for footwear, certified against IS 10702:1992. The standard sets dimensional, physical, workmanship, performance, testing, and marking requirements for the product. Certification involves document preparation, a factory inspection by BIS officials, product testing at a BIS-recognised laboratory, and grant of the license — typically taking 20-40 working days for Indian manufacturers and around 6 months for foreign manufacturers applying through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) with an Authorized Indian Representative. The ISI Mark can only be used after the license is formally granted, not on the basis of a submitted application or completed testing alone.
Rubber Hawai chappals are one of India's most widely used everyday footwear categories — light, inexpensive, and worn across homes, workplaces, and outdoor settings in every kind of weather. Precisely because they're used so casually and so often, the quality of the material and construction matters more than it might seem.
Under the BIS Quality Control Order covering footwear, rubber Hawai chappal now falls within the list of products that mandatorily require BIS certification and the ISI Mark before they can be legally manufactured, imported, or sold in India. This guide covers what that means in practice — the applicable standard, who needs to comply, the documents required, the certification steps, and what to expect on timelines.
📑 Quick Navigation
- What Is BIS Certification for Rubber Hawai Chappal?
- What Is IS 10702:1992?
- Who Needs the BIS ISI Mark
- Why This Certification Matters
- Key Requirements Under IS 10702:1992
- Document Checklist
- Certification Process
- ISI Marking Rules
- Typical Timeline
- Common Challenges to Avoid
- How Rego Services Supports Your Certification
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is BIS Certification for Rubber Hawai Chappal?
BIS certification for rubber Hawai chappal is the mandatory approval required for the manufacture, sale, and import of this notified footwear category in India. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the national standards body, issues the certification and maintains the Indian Standard the product must meet.
To obtain certification, a manufacturer or importer must demonstrate that its manufacturing facility, production practices, product quality, and testing all conform to IS 10702:1992. Accurate, consistent information about both the production facility and the product itself is central to a smooth certification process.
What Is IS 10702:1992?
IS 10702:1992 is the Indian Standard specific to rubber Hawai chappal. It lays out the quality and safety benchmarks the product must meet before entering the Indian market — covering everything from dimensions to durability under everyday use.
The standard gives manufacturers and importers a consistent technical reference point, helping ensure that chappals sold under the ISI Mark perform reliably regardless of who makes them.
Who Needs the BIS ISI Mark
A BIS license is mandatory for Indian manufacturers producing rubber Hawai chappal covered under the applicable product list for sale in India.
Overseas manufacturers exporting the notified chappal to India must meet BIS requirements, applying through an Authorized Indian Representative.
Importers bringing the notified product into India must ensure it complies with applicable BIS certification requirements.
Businesses selling chappal under their own brand, along with traders and sellers sourcing the product, must ensure marking and compliance requirements are met.
Why This Certification Matters
Certification confirms the product has been assessed against IS 10702:1992, demonstrating a consistent quality commitment.
Where mandated under the applicable Quality Control Order, manufacturers must meet these requirements before manufacturing or selling.
The ISI Mark strengthens credibility with distributors, retailers, and institutional buyers evaluating a manufacturer's product.
Since these chappals are worn constantly and in direct contact with the feet, consistent quality directly affects user comfort and safety.
Key Requirements Under IS 10702:1992
IS 10702:1992 sets out several areas manufacturers must address to demonstrate compliance:
Physical sizing and specification requirements the finished chappal must meet.
Material properties, finish quality, and construction standards expected of the product.
How the product is expected to perform under normal use, verified through prescribed testing methods.
Labelling requirements alongside the sampling and inspection procedures BIS applies during certification.
Document Checklist
- Legal address proof of the factory — Confirming the manufacturing facility's registered location.
- Product specifications — Technical details of the specific rubber Hawai chappal model being certified.
- Raw material, machinery, and testing equipment details — Documentation of what the facility uses in production and testing.
- QC staff and factory details — Basic information about quality control personnel and facility operations.
- Lab test reports — Product testing results demonstrating conformance to IS 10702:1992.
- Main Application Form V — The formal BIS application document.
- ISI application fee — The prescribed fee accompanying the application.
- Authorized Indian Representative appointment — Required where the applicant is a foreign manufacturer.
BIS FMCS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers
Manufacturing rubber Hawai chappal outside India for export to the Indian market? See our guide to BIS FMCS certification for how foreign manufacturers structure the AIR relationship and factory audit process.
Certification Process
Assemble the required document set as per the checklist. Foreign manufacturers must first appoint an Authorized Indian Representative before proceeding.
File the application with BIS along with all required documents; for foreign manufacturers, the AIR handles submission.
BIS officials inspect the manufacturing facility — domestic or overseas — to review processes and quality assurance against the standard.
Samples selected during inspection are tested at a BIS-accredited laboratory against IS 10702:1992.
Once details, credibility, and audit findings are verified, BIS grants the certification, after which the manufacturer must maintain consistent production methods.
ISI Marking Rules
Typical Timeline
Depends on how quickly documents and specifications are assembled and verified.
Scheduling and completion of the BIS site visit, domestic or overseas.
Generally 20-40 working days to obtain the BIS ISI license.
Generally around 6 months under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme.
Common Challenges to Avoid
Choosing the wrong Indian Standard or misreading its scope can derail the application from the outset.
Missing or inconsistent paperwork generates additional BIS queries and slows the process down.
Samples that fail to meet the standard's requirements require product improvement and re-testing before approval.
Details in the application, test reports, technical documents, and actual production should all match exactly.
How Rego Services Supports Your BIS Certification
Rego Services Private Limited manages the complete BIS ISI certification journey for rubber Hawai chappal manufacturers and importers — from applicability confirmation through documentation, inspection coordination, and license grant.
- Applicability and scope assessment — We confirm your product falls within the notified category and identify the applicable requirements under IS 10702:1992.
- Documentation preparation — We prepare the complete document set, including Form V, product specifications, and QC details.
- Laboratory testing coordination — We manage sample submission and testing with BIS-accredited laboratories.
- Factory inspection support — We help prepare your facility and team for the BIS inspection, domestic or overseas.
- Foreign manufacturer / AIR services — We can act as your Authorized Indian Representative and manage the FMCS application end-to-end.
- Post-certification compliance guidance — We support correct ISI marking practice and ongoing compliance after the license is granted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BIS ISI certification mandatory for rubber Hawai chappal?
Yes — under the BIS Quality Control Order for footwear, rubber Hawai chappal must carry the ISI Mark and comply with IS 10702:1992 to be manufactured, imported, or sold in India.
Which Indian Standard applies to rubber Hawai chappal?
IS 10702:1992, which sets dimensional, physical, workmanship, performance, testing, and marking requirements for the product.
Does the product need to be tested before certification?
Yes. Samples selected during the factory inspection are tested at a BIS-recognised laboratory before the license is granted.
Can foreign manufacturers obtain BIS certification for rubber Hawai chappal?
Yes — through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme, by appointing an Authorized Indian Representative to manage the application and coordinate the factory audit.
Can the ISI Mark be used before certification is granted?
No. The mark may only be applied once the BIS license has been formally granted; using it based on submission or completed testing alone is not permitted.
✓ Key Takeaways
- Rubber Hawai chappal requires a mandatory BIS ISI Mark under the BIS footwear Quality Control Order
- IS 10702:1992 is the applicable Indian Standard, covering dimensions, workmanship, performance, and marking
- Certification applies to Indian manufacturers, foreign manufacturers, importers, private-label sellers, and traders
- The process includes document preparation, factory inspection, product testing, and license grant
- Timelines run 20-40 working days for Indian manufacturers and around 6 months for foreign manufacturers
- The ISI Mark can only be used after the license is granted, never before
- Rego Services provides end-to-end support — applicability assessment, documentation, testing coordination, inspection support, and AIR services
Your Next Step
BIS ISI certification for rubber Hawai chappal is a well-defined process once the applicable requirements under IS 10702:1992 are clearly understood. Getting documentation, testing, and inspection sequenced correctly from the start keeps the timeline predictable and avoids avoidable rework.
Rego Services' regulatory team brings the expertise to manage your complete BIS compliance journey — from applicability assessment through documentation, testing, inspection, and license grant — so your products reach the Indian market on schedule.
Contact Rego Services today to begin your BIS ISI certification for rubber Hawai chappal and keep your products compliant for the Indian market.