ISO 16602 Certification in India
ISO 16602:2007 · Protective Clothing Against Chemicals · typical timeline 3–8 weeks
ISO 16602 is the test standard for protective clothing against chemicals. Indian PPE, medical textile and workwear manufacturers need ISO 16602 test reports from an ISO 17025-accredited lab to sell to hospitals, government buyers and export markets (CE PPE Regulation, FDA). We scope the right test method, arrange accredited testing and compile the technical file. Cost: ₹40,000–₹2,50,000 depending on products and tests; timeline 3–8 weeks.
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Who needs ISO 16602 certification
- Chemical protective suit and coverall manufacturers
- Industrial workwear suppliers to refineries, pharma and agrochemical plants
- PPE exporters to EU (PPE Regulation 2016/425)
- Government and defence PPE tenders
ISO 16602 requirements in plain words
- Classify garment Type 1–6 (gas-tight to limited splash)
- Whole-suit tests: inward leakage, jet/spray, mist
- Material tests: penetration, permeation, repellency, abrasion, tear, flex
- Seam and closure strength
- Labelling and user information per ISO 16602
- Production QA for consistent performance
Certification process
- Step 1Gap assessmentWe audit your current processes against the standard and list exactly what is missing.
- Step 2DocumentationPolicies, procedures, records and formats written for your plant, not copied templates.
- Step 3Implementation & trainingYour team trained on the floor; internal audit and management review done with you.
- Step 4Certification auditStage 1 and Stage 2 audit by an IAF-accredited certification body of your choice.
- Step 5Certificate & surveillanceCertificate issued; we support annual surveillance audits for the full 3-year cycle.
ISO 16602 certification cost in India
Indicative 2026 all-inclusive prices — consulting, documentation, training and the certification-body audit fee. No separate charges. Full cost breakdown →
| Company size | All-inclusive price |
|---|---|
| 1–2 products, single test | ₹40,000–₹85,000 |
| Product range (3–8 SKUs) | ₹85,000–₹2,10,000 |
| Range + full CE technical file | ₹2,10,000–₹2,70,000+ |
Documents required
- Product specification and material composition
- Sample plan and test request per standard
- ISO 17025 lab test reports
- Classification / performance level statement
- Technical file and labelling
- Production consistency records
Benefits
- Evidence for hospital, government and tender buyers
- Required input for CE marking of PPE / medical devices
- Accepted by export customers under ILAC MRA
- Reduces field failures and product liability
Frequently asked questions
- Is ISO 16602 a certificate?
- ISO 16602 is a test method standard; the output is an accredited lab test report and a classification, which we compile into your compliance file.
- Which labs in India test this?
- NABL-accredited textile and PPE labs (e.g. SITRA, NITRA, BTRA and private labs) cover these methods; we select by scope.
- How often is retesting needed?
- On material or design change; buyers typically ask for reports under 2–3 years old.
ISO 16602 consultants by city
- Baddi
- Ludhiana
- Mohali
- Chandigarh
- Delhi
- Gurgaon
- Noida
- Ahmedabad
- Mumbai
- Pune
- Bangalore
- Chennai
- Hyderabad
- Kolkata
- Indore
Written by Sahil Dubey, CISA — lead consultant, PraxisQ Consulting LLP. Reviewed October 2026.
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