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

## Report on Amendments to Indian Standards for Textiles and Jute Products **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regarding amendments to three Indian Standards related to textiles and jute products: Hessian Specification (IS 2818:2015), Jute Sacking General Requirements (IS 9113:2012), and Jute Bags for Packing Foodgrains Specification (IS 16372:2015). The amendments, all numbered as Amendment No. 13 and established in December 2022, will remain in force until January 12, 2023 without the stated amendment. This report details the specific changes to each standard and their potential impact on the textile and jute industry. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide information and analysis regarding the recent amendments to Indian Standards concerning textiles and jute products, as notified by the Bureau of Indian Standards on December 15, 2022. This analysis is based solely on the provided policy text. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification concerns amendments to the following pre-existing Indian Standards: * IS 2818:2015 Textiles Hessian Specification * IS 9113:2012 Textiles Jute Sacking General Requirements * IS 16372:2015 Textiles Jute Bags for Packing Foodgrains Specification Core Objective(s): The objective of these amendments, inferred from the text, is to update and revise existing standards to ensure the quality and performance of textiles and jute products, likely in response to changing industry needs or technological advancements. **4. Background and Rationale:** The amendments are likely driven by the need to refine and update existing standards to address specific issues or gaps identified in the practical application of IS 2818:2015, IS 9113:2012, and IS 16372:2015. The specific reason for issuing "Amendment No. 13" for each standard suggests that several updates or adjustments to the original standards have been deemed necessary over time. Given the product types, changes in manufacturing processes, raw material availability, or end-user requirements could be factors leading to these amendments. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** The provided text specifies that "Amendment No. 13" has been established for each of the listed Indian Standards in December 2022. * **IS 2818:2015 (Textiles Hessian Specification):** Amendment No. 13 established in December 2022, is valid until January 12, 2023 without the amendment. * **IS 9113:2012 (Textiles Jute Sacking General Requirements):** Amendment No. 13 established in December 2022, is valid until January 12, 2023 without the amendment. * **IS 16372:2015 (Textiles Jute Bags for Packing Foodgrains Specification):** Amendment No. 13 established in December 2022, is valid until January 12, 2023 without the amendment. **Due to the limitations of the provided text**, the specific nature of the changes introduced by "Amendment No. 13" for each standard cannot be determined. Without access to the amendment documents themselves, it is impossible to describe the new rules/provisions, or explain the exact difference or effect of these changes. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The target audience and stakeholders directly affected by these amendments include: * Manufacturers of hessian, jute sacking, and jute bags for packing foodgrains. * Suppliers of raw materials used in the production of these products. * Quality control and testing agencies involved in ensuring compliance with Indian Standards. * Users of jute bags for packing foodgrains, including food processing companies, agricultural businesses, and government agencies involved in food distribution. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency:** The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is responsible for implementing and enforcing these amendments. * **Timelines:** The amendments were established in December 2022 and will remain valid without the changes until January 12, 2023. This suggests that manufacturers and other stakeholders have a short window to implement these changes before adhering to the amended standards is required. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The expected outcome of these amendments is to improve the quality, performance, and reliability of textiles and jute products covered by the updated standards. Assuming the amendments address shortcomings in the previous versions, this should lead to greater efficiency in production, reduced waste, and improved satisfaction among end-users. The specific impact of "Amendment No. 13" for each standard depends on the precise nature of the changes introduced. However, the short window to implementation indicates they are likely to have limited changes. **9. Conclusion:** The Bureau of Indian Standards has issued amendments to Indian Standards for textiles and jute products. The changes will remain valid until January 12, 2023 without the amendments. This report highlights the importance of industry stakeholders staying informed about these updates and taking the necessary steps to ensure compliance with the revised standards. Further investigation into the specific content of "Amendment No. 13" for each standard is crucial for a more complete understanding of the changes and their impact.

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