Before comparing prices — verify four things: (1) The correct IS standard for your application: IS 694:2010 for FR/FR-LSH building wiring; IS 17048:2018 for HFFR halogen-free; IS 1554 Part 1 or Part 2 for armoured/heavy-duty; IS 7098 for XLPE industrial and HT cables; IEC 62930 for solar DC. (2) Whether the BIS licence is currently active at bis.gov.in. (3) Voltage rating: IS 694:2010 mandates 650/1100V — reject any cable quoted at 450/750V for IS 694 applications. (4) HCl class per NBC 2016: FR-LSH requires HCl <15%, HFFR requires HCl <0.5% — not interchangeable.
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| Brand | Size | ₹/metre | Source |
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| Finolex | 1 mm² | ₹14.80/m⚠ | |
| Polycab | 1 mm² | ₹15.20/m⚠ | |
| Havells | 1 mm² | ₹16.00/m⚠ | |
| Finolex | 1.5 mm² | ₹20.20/m⚠ | |
| RR Kabel | 1.5 mm² | ₹20.50/m⚠ | |
| Polycab | 1.5 mm² | ₹20.80/m⚠ | |
| KEI Industries | 1.5 mm² | ₹21.00/m⚠ | |
| Havells | 1.5 mm² | ₹21.50/m⚠ | |
| Finolex | 2.5 mm² | ₹31.20/m⚠ | |
| RR Kabel | 2.5 mm² | ₹31.80/m⚠ | |
| Polycab | 2.5 mm² | ₹32.00/m⚠ | |
| KEI Industries | 2.5 mm² | ₹32.50/m⚠ | |
| Havells | 2.5 mm² | ₹33.00/m⚠ | |
| Finolex | 4 mm² | ₹47.00/m⚠ | |
| Polycab | 4 mm² | ₹48.50/m⚠ | |
| KEI Industries | 4 mm² | ₹49.00/m⚠ | |
| Havells | 4 mm² | ₹50.00/m⚠ | |
| Finolex | 6 mm² | ₹67.50/m⚠ | |
| Polycab | 6 mm² | ₹69.50/m⚠ | |
| Havells | 6 mm² | ₹71.00/m⚠ |
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Voltage rating compliance: Cables rated at 450/750V (IEC 60227) installed in applications requiring IS 694:2010's 650/1100V rating are out of specification. Under NBC 2016 Clause 4.14, the specifying consultant carries compliance liability.
Verify any manufacturer's current BIS licence at bis.gov.in — search by licence number or company name.
Brands Covered
Finolex
BIS ✓Manufacturer
CM/L 7340023
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Havells
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CM/L 7830011
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KEI Industries
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CM/L 7650015
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Lapp India
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National Cables
National Cables
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CM/L 8800140116
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Polycab
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CM/L 7340134
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RR Kabel
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CM/L 8340052
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Syska
BIS pending
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Cable Types & Standards
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FR CableIS 694:2010
Flame retardant. 650/1100V. G+3 residential minimum under NBC 2016.
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FR-LSH CableIS 694:2010
Low smoke halogen. G+4+ high-rise, commercial, 5-star hotels.
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HFFR CableIS 17048:2018
Halogen-free. HCl < 0.5%. Mandatory for hospitals, airports, metro.
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FlexibleIS 694:2010 Cl.5
Class 5 fine stranded copper. Machinery, panels, portable equipment.
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XLPE CableIS 7098
XLPE IS 7098 Part 1 up to 1.1kV for industrial and solar. IS 7098 Part 2 for HT 3.3kV–33kV power distribution. Higher temp rating than PVC (90°C vs 70°C).
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SubmersibleIS 694:2010
Flat 3-core PVC. Submersible pump motors up to 1100V.
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ArmouredIS 1554
SWA/STA. Underground and direct burial. Not IS 694.
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Engineering Tools
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Cable Size Calculator
IS 3961 current ratings. 6 modes: home, motor, panel, pump, solar, IEC. NBC 2016 building type guide. Outputs IS standard and certified brand options.
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BOQ Builder
Build a multi-brand cable BOQ. Compare brand totals. Download a formatted PDF for client submission. Used by EPC and MEP teams.
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Home Wiring Guide
Which cable for your flat? Select building type and flat size. Get circuit-by-circuit quantities and cost estimate — FR, FR-LSH, and HFFR explained simply.
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Formal RFQ for government, PSU, hospital, airport, or large project procurement. BIS documentation, IS specs, and quotation with validity date within one business day.
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Procurement Checklist
What every buyer must verify
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IS Standard
Confirm IS 694:2010 for FR/FR-LSH applications. IS 17048:2018 for HFFR. Check NBC 2016 for your building type.
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Voltage Rating
IS 694:2010 = 650/1100V. Reject any IS 694 product quoted at 450/750V.
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BIS Licence
Verify at bis.gov.in. Search by licence number or company name. Active status required.
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ISI Marking
Must appear on every coil. Absence means the cable cannot be certified post-installation.
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HCl Class
FR-LSH: HCl < 15% (IS 694). HFFR: HCl < 0.5% (IS 17048). Different standards — not interchangeable.
Common Questions
What is the price of 2.5mm FR cable in India 2026? ▼
Manufacturer list prices for 2.5mm² FR IS 694:2010 single-core cable range from approximately ₹30–33 per metre as of March 2026. Actual transaction prices depend on order volume, dealer, and city. Prices track LME copper.
What is the difference between FR, FR-LSH, and HFFR cable? ▼
FR and FR-LSH are both IS 694:2010 at 650/1100V. FR-LSH additionally limits HCl to below 15% and reduces smoke. HFFR (IS 17048:2018) is a separate, more stringent standard requiring HCl below 0.5%. NBC 2016 requires FR-LSH for G+4+ buildings and HFFR for hospitals.
How do I verify a BIS licence? ▼
Visit bis.gov.in, search by licence number or company name. Active status and ISI marking on every coil are both required for certified cable.
What cable does NBC 2016 require for a hospital? ▼
HFFR to IS 17048:2018 (HCl < 0.5%). FR-LSH does not comply. Specifying FR-LSH in a hospital transfers fire safety liability to the specifying consultant.