Government Extends Quality Control Order for Electrical Appliances to October 2026
Govt extends implementation timeline for quality control order on electrical appliances till October
The Economic Times
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The Indian government has extended the implementation timeline for the mandatory quality control order (QCO) on electrical appliances by six months, now set to begin on October 1, 2026. This order applies to household and commercial electrical appliances with voltage ratings not exceeding 250 volts and aims to boost production amid rising demand due to LPG supply concerns.
- 01The implementation of the quality control order (QCO) is now extended to October 1, 2026.
- 02The QCO covers various household electrical appliances, including vacuum cleaners and cooking ranges.
- 03This extension follows a previous delay from March 2025.
- 04The move aims to encourage production of induction heaters amid LPG supply concerns.
- 05The West Asia crisis has heightened fears regarding cooking gas availability.
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The Indian government has announced a six-month extension for the implementation of the mandatory quality control order (QCO) on electrical appliances, now set to take effect on October 1, 2026. This order applies to all electrical appliances intended for household and commercial use, with voltage ratings not exceeding 250 volts for single-phase appliances and 480 volts for others. The QCO covers a range of products, including vacuum cleaners, cooking ranges, and electric heating tools. This extension follows a prior delay from March 2025, reflecting the government's efforts to boost production of induction heaters and compatible utensils due to rising consumer demand. The urgency stems from concerns over liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) availability, exacerbated by the ongoing crisis in West Asia, which has disrupted oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, consumers are increasingly turning to induction cooking solutions.
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This extension provides manufacturers more time to comply with safety standards, potentially leading to improved product quality. Consumers may see increased availability of induction cooking products as companies ramp up production.
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