The Indian government’s delay in granting quality certification to Chinese factories for products subject to quality control orders (QCOs) is increasing pressure on companies, including Nike, Mitsubishi, and Carrier, to reduce reliance on Chinese imports. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification process is reportedly causing difficulties for companies seeking accreditation for their vendor factories in China. Some companies have requested certification for manufacturing plants in other Asian countries, such as Indonesia and Vietnam, but the government is cautious about accrediting factories in countries with free-trade agreements, fearing potential misuse.
Indian Government Delays Quality Certification for Chinese Factories, Pressuring Companies to Reduce Reliance on Imports
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