Hallmark Registration

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for gold jewelry purity and quality

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What is Hallmark Registration?

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Hallmark Registration is a certification system by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) that verifies the purity of gold jewelry. It consists of several marks stamped on jewelry that indicate purity (in carats), BIS mark, assaying center mark, jeweler's identification mark, and year of marking.

Why Hallmark Registration is Important

Purity

Guaranteed Purity

Ensures jewelry matches the claimed purity (14K, 18K, 22K, etc.)

Consumer Protection

Consumer Protection

Protects buyers from adulterated or impure gold

Legal Compliance

Legal Compliance

Mandatory for all gold jewelry sold in India (as per 2021 rules)

Resale Value

Better Resale Value

Hallmarked jewelry commands higher prices in secondary market

Advantages of Hallmark Registration

Trust

Builds Trust

Increases customer confidence in your jewelry business

Market

Competitive Edge

Differentiates your products in crowded marketplace

Legal

Legal Protection

Reduces risk of legal disputes over purity claims

Export

Export Opportunities

Makes jewelry eligible for international markets

Premium

Premium Pricing

Ability to charge 8-15% more than non-hallmarked jewelry

Quality

Quality Assurance

Systematic quality control processes

Hallmark Registration Process

1

Jeweler Registration

  • Apply on BIS portal with business documents
  • Pay registration fees (₹25,000 for 5 years)
  • Get BIS approval
2

Sample Submission

  • Submit jewelry samples to BIS-recognized assaying center
  • Minimum 4 articles per purity category
  • Pay testing charges (₹200-500 per piece)
3

Testing & Marking

  • Center tests purity using XRF or fire assay methods
  • Laser marks approved pieces with HUID (Hallmark Unique ID)
  • Issues test report
4

Certification

  • Receive BIS certification
  • Valid for 5 years (renewable)
  • Can now hallmark all jewelry of certified purity

Required Documents

PAN PAN Card
GST GST Certificate
Shop Shop Establishment License
Address Address Proof
Photos Jewelry Sample Photos
Bank Bank Details

Standard Purity Grades

Caratage Fineness Gold % Common Usage
24K 995 99.5% Investment bars, coins
22K 916 91.6% Traditional jewelry
18K 750 75% Contemporary designs
14K 585 58.5% Lightweight jewelry

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