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HSN 8517: BIS Certification for Mobile Phones & Smart Handsets

Regulatory compliance guide, applicable Indian Standards, certification requirements (CRS), and customs clearance guidelines for goods classified under HSN Code 8517 (Telephone sets, smartphones for cellular/wireless networks).

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Key Information for HSN 8517

HSN code
8517
Chapter
85
Description
Telephone sets, smartphones for cellular/wireless networks
Product category
Electronics & IT Goods,Foot Wear
Last verified
October 2026
Products covered
4
Certification type
1 ISI · 3 CRS
Testing labs
6
BIS-recognised
Est. cost range
₹46K – ₹1.8L
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BIS Products Under HSN 8517 (4)

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HSN 8517 and BIS Certification

Short answers about this HSN code.

Is BIS certification mandatory for goods imported under HSN 8517?

Yes. Under relevant Quality Control Orders notified by the Government of India, items classified under HSN 8517 cannot be custom-cleared without a valid BIS Licence or CRS Registration Number and the official Standard Mark.

Which certification scheme applies to HSN 8517?

Products under HSN 8517 typically fall under the CRS scheme. For Scheme-I (ISI Mark), factory inspection and independent product sample testing are required. For Scheme-II (CRS), testing in a BIS-recognized laboratory followed by self-declaration is required.

What are the key testing requirements for HSN 8517?

Products must undergo complete type testing in an accredited testing laboratory per IS 13252 (Part 1), IS 16333. Testing verifies mechanical strength, electrical safety, chemical composition, and durability as mandated in the specific Indian Standard.