CBIC Issues Directive to Validate BIS Registration Before Customs Clearance

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a directive mandating the validation of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) registration for certain imported goods before customs clearance. This new measure is a response to the increasing number of goods, such as CCTVs, being imported with fake or invalid BIS registrations. The directive requires customs officers to verify the BIS registration details on the official website to ensure the imported goods comply with quality and safety standards. This move is aimed at preventing the entry of sub-standard products into the Indian market and promoting consumer safety. It reinforces the government's commitment to ensuring product quality.