India, the world's largest producer and exporter of 'agarbattis', has come out with a new quality standard in a bid to ensure consumer safety by prohibiting certain insecticidal chemicals in manufacturing, and boost the Rs 8,000 crore incense stick market. A dedicated Indian standard 'IS 19412:2025' for agarbattis was developed following heightened stress on consumer safety, indoor air quality, environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Boost To Rs 8,000-Crore Market: New 'Agarbatti' Quality Standard Gets Govt Nod
