Standards, Regulations & Certifications in Outdoor LED Lighting (India / Global)

As outdoor lighting manufacturers, we often hear one common question from customers, contractors, and consultants alike: “How do I know if your LED lights are safe, reliable, and compliant with industry standards?” The answer lies in standards, regulations, and certifications — and we keep our products aligned with the latest national and international requirements.

Why Standards & Certifications Matter in Outdoor LED Lighting

• Safety – Prevents electrical hazards, fire risks, and product failures.
• Performance – Ensures correct lumen output, energy efficiency, and long-term lumen maintenance.
• Reliability – Certified products are tested for weather, dust, water, and mechanical impact to perform in real-world outdoor conditions.
• Government Approvals – Many public tenders and energy-efficiency programmes require specific certifications and lab test reports.

Key Standards & Certifications in India

BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards)

BIS is the national standards body and administers conformity assessment schemes for electrical and electronic products. BIS registration / certification for LED luminaires and related products is central for legal compliance and public procurements.

BEE Star Labelling & Energy Efficiency

BEE's labelling and standards-for-energy-efficiency (lumens-per-watt and other parameters) remain the benchmark for consumer-facing energy ratings in India. Products participating in energy programs or incentives should follow BEE guidance.

LM-79 & LM-80 Testing (IES standards)

Photometric testing (LM-79) and long-term lumen maintenance testing of LED packages/modules (LM-80) are industry-standard test methods used by labs to produce reliable test reports for specification, tendering, and warranty decisions.

NABL Accredited Labs

For legal and procurement purposes, test reports from NABL-accredited testing labs are preferred/required. Manufacturers should use NABL-recognized test houses for LM-79/LM-80, IP, IK and electrical safety tests.

IP & IK Ratings

For outdoor fixtures, IP65 / IP66 (or higher) for dust/water ingress and relevant IK impact ratings are commonly required for durability and public installations.

ISO Management Standards

ISO 9001 (QMS), ISO 14001 (EMS), and ISO 45001 (OH&S) remain relevant for manufacturing quality, environmental performance, and worker safety — helpful when bidding for large projects.

Global Standards & Certifications

CE Marking (EU)

Required for placing products on the EU/EEA market; the CE process and declarations of conformity should be followed for LED luminaires sold into Europe.

RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

Restricts the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical/electronic equipment in the EU and similar regimes. Compliance is necessary for many export markets.

UL / ETL (North America)

UL continues to be the leading safety certification route for the US & Canada market for lighting products.

DLC (DesignLights Consortium)

DLC qualification is widely used in the U.S. for performance and to access utility rebates; manufacturers targeting US commercial projects should consider DLC listings.

SASO / GSO / GCC (Middle East)

For exports to the Gulf region, local conformity marks and SASO/GSO rules may apply — check destination-country requirements.

What We Do at Mayfair Lighting & Poles

• Use NABL-accredited labs for LM-79/LM-80 and safety testing
• Maintain BIS registration and supply BIS-conforming products for Indian tenders
• Provide IP/IK ratings and certified test reports with shipments for public projects
• Follow RoHS/CE/UL routes for exports and DLC listing where required