In pursuance of Sub rule 1 of Rule 15 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018,

## Report on Amendments to Indian Standards **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regarding amendments to existing Indian Standards. The notification, dated September 9, 2022, details specific amendments to three standards related to copper, aluminium, and steel pipes. The core purpose of these amendments, as inferred from the notification, is to update and maintain the relevance of these standards. Key findings include the identification of the specific standards affected, the dates of effectivity for the amendments, and the availability of these amendments for purchase and download. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide information regarding amendments to existing Indian Standards, as notified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in a notification dated September 9, 2022. The analysis is based solely on the information provided in the notification text. **3. Policy Overview:** This report focuses on amendments to existing policies (Indian Standards). The core objective of these amendments, as inferred from the text, is to update, refine, and maintain the validity and applicability of existing standards for copper, aluminium, and steel pipes. **4. Background and Rationale:** This report focuses on analyzing amendments. The rationale for these specific amendments appears to be the need to keep the standards current with evolving industry practices, technological advancements, or regulatory requirements. The notification text suggests that the amendments are necessary to ensure the continued relevance and effectiveness of the standards for Copper, Aluminium and Steel Pipes. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section details the specific changes introduced by the provided amendment text: * **IS 191 : 2007 (Copper Specification, Fourth Revision):** Amendment No. 2 is established on Sept 5, 2022 and will remain in force until March 4, 2023 * **IS 2590 : 1987 (Specification for Primary Aluminium Ingots for Remelting for General Engineering Purposes, Second Revision):** Amendment No. 1's Date of CAs for approval is Sept, 2022 and will remain in force until March 4, 2023 * **IS 3589 : 2001 (Steel Pipes for Water and Sewage 168.3 to 2540 mm Outside Diameter Specification, Third Revision):** Amendment No. 5's Date of CAs for approval is Sept, 2022 and will remain in force until June 4, 2023 **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the direct target audience and stakeholders are manufacturers, suppliers, and users of copper, aluminium ingots, and steel pipes who are required to comply with Indian Standards. This includes those involved in general engineering, water and sewage infrastructure projects, and industries utilizing these materials. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the responsible body for establishing and notifying these amendments. * **Timelines or procedures:** The notification specifies the dates of establishment for each amendment and the date it will remain in force. This suggests a defined timeframe for implementation and compliance with the amended standards. * **Enforcement:** There is no explicit information on the enforcement mechanism within the provided text. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of these specific changes is to ensure that the Indian Standards for copper, aluminium ingots and steel pipes are up-to-date and reflect current best practices and technological advancements. The amendments likely aim to improve the quality, safety, and performance of these materials in their respective applications. The impact will be most significantly felt by manufacturers who need to update their manufacturing processes and suppliers who must meet the revised standards. **9. Conclusion:** The notification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) highlights the ongoing effort to maintain and update Indian Standards to reflect current industry practices and technological advancements. The amendments detailed in this report impact manufacturers, suppliers, and users of copper, aluminium ingots and steel pipes, requiring them to adapt to the updated standards to ensure compliance and maintain the quality and safety of their products. Access to the full amendment documents is available through the BIS for detailed guidance.

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