Bought Gold Jewellery? Here’s How To Check Its Purity On BIS CARE App

Buying Gold

Buying gold jewellery is a financial move, but one must check the purity of the gold based on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

HUID System

The HUID system gives specific gold codes to every hallmarked piece of gold. This code is next to the BIS logo and fineness mark, thereby, certifying purity of gold. 

BIS CARE App

The BIS CARE app helps consumers in checking the validation of the gold. One must download and register the number on the app. 

Steps To Follow

After downloading, one must look for the six-digit HUID stamped on the gold. After this, one can move forward by verifying the HUID code.

Data Presented By The App

The app presents the data after verification as follows: the Jeweller’s registration number, assaying and hallmarking centre (AHC) details, article type and purity, and the date of Hallmark. 

Additional Features Of App

There are some additional features available in the app that include, complaint registration, product authentication, access to information and instant updates.

Buy Hallmarked Jewellery

Buying hallmarked jewellery is important as it ensures purity and guarantees that one is getting a genuine product.

Genuineness Of The Product

The genuineness of the product is indicated by the BIS logo, grade of purity and HUID number.

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