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Write short notes on Standardisation marks and their significance. |
Answer» Standardisation marks are marks given to a product which meets certain standards with respect to the quality of the product in terms of material used, method of manufacturing, labelling, packaging, sales and performance. Wool mark : It was established in 1949. It promotes pure wool, products. It makes it necessary for manufacturer to mention the amount and identity of other fibres used along with pure wool on the label of wool and woollen garments. ECO Mark : It has been launched recently by the BIS. It is given to those products which not only meet ISI standards but also saves energy i.e. they are environmentfriendly and reduce environmental pollution. Examples: Edible oil, tea/coffee etc. FPO : All manufactures of fruits and vegetable products acquire a license of their production and sale, after meeting the FPO standards. Example: Pickle, jam, ketchup, canned fruits etc. ISI Mark : Used for industrial products, the mark certifies the product as up to Indian standard, given by the national standard body of India, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). AGMARK : It is given to the agricultural, horticultural, forest and livestock products. Example: Wheat flour, rice, pulses, ghee, honey, egg etc. |
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