The government has implemented Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in a phased manner with exemptions and relaxations for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to ensure that domestic production is not disrupted, the Lok Sabha was informed on Sunday.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the Department of Consumer Affairs, is enforcing QCOs issued by various line ministries while providing special concessions to MSMEs, including additional time for compliance. Micro enterprises are granted a six-month extension, while small enterprises receive a three-month extension to meet QCO requirements.

The government has also exempted imports made by domestic manufacturers for producing export-oriented goods and allowed imports of up to 200 units for research and development purposes. Manufa

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