Understand the requirement
The BIS compulsory-certification list includes notified furniture categories such as work chairs, general-purpose chairs and stools, tables and desks, storage units, beds and bunk beds. The applicable standard and Quality Control Order conditions must be reviewed for the actual product, business and supply arrangement rather than assumed for every furniture item.
Similar-looking furniture can differ in structure, materials, fittings and intended use. Our preparation process creates a clear model matrix and brings design, sourcing and production teams into the same discussion. We help identify which drawings, assembly details and quality records are available before samples are selected for the relevant assessment.
Who this service is for
- Furniture manufacturers and fabricators
- Office and institutional furniture brands
- Importers working with overseas furniture factories
- Quality teams managing multiple furniture models
How Rombo can support you
Category mapping
Review intended use and construction to identify the relevant furniture standard and scope questions.
Model organisation
Build a variant list covering materials, dimensions and structural differences for discussion with the testing team.
Sample preparation
Coordinate complete assemblies, product identification and instructions needed for the agreed test plan.
Production evidence
Help organise incoming checks, assembly controls and traceability for repeatable furniture production.
From first discussion to next steps
1. Review the range
Share model details, manufacturing locations and customer applications.
2. Define the checklist
Identify applicable categories and the information required for each model group.
3. Prepare and coordinate
Organise samples, factory records and application inputs.
4. Manage product changes
Document how material, hardware or design changes will be reviewed after assessment.
Information to have ready
This is a starting checklist, not a fixed submission list. The documents required depend on your product, business role and applicable route.
- Indicative: factory and business identity documents
- Product catalogue with intended use and model numbers
- Drawings, dimensions and assembly instructions
- Material and hardware specifications
- Available inspection, test and calibration records
Frequently asked questions
Does one approval cover every furniture design?
Coverage depends on the licence scope and relevant product requirements. New constructions or categories should not be assumed to be included.
Can imported furniture use this service?
Yes, preparation can include coordination with the overseas manufacturer. The appropriate manufacturer certification route must first be confirmed.
Should we send samples before a scope review?
It is better to clarify the product category and model differences first so samples match the proposed assessment.
Important to know
Furniture QCO applicability, exemptions and implementation provisions can change. Confirm the current position for your product and business before manufacture, import or sale.
FURTHER READING
Official resources
For the latest requirements, consult the relevant authority or scheme owner.