New BIS standard for 'agarbattis' to ensure consumer safety, boost Rs 8,000 cr market

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India, the world's largest agarbatti producer, has introduced a new quality standard, IS 19412:2025, to ensure consumer safety by prohibiting certain insecticidal and fragrance chemicals. This move aims to boost the Rs 8,000 crore incense stick market and enhance global competitiveness by ensuring safer products and consistent quality.