A factual look at how Safmar's IS 15298 certified safety footwear compares — for buyers evaluating options beyond a single distributor-sold brand.
Hillson is a budget-focused safety footwear manufacturer certified to IS 15298 (Part 2):2016 and EN 20345:2011, sold through a wide distributor network across India.
If you're comparing options before a bulk or tender order, here's how Safmar stacks up — factory-direct, on the same core standard.
| Specification | Hillson | Safmar Shoes |
|---|---|---|
| Core standard | IS 15298 (Part 2):2016, EN 20345:2011 | IS 15298 (Part 2) |
| Toe protection | Steel toe | Steel & composite toe options |
| Toe impact resistance | 200 Joules | 200 Joules |
| Compression resistance | 15kN | 15kN |
| Quality certification | ISI Marked | ✓ISI Marked, ISO 9001:2015 |
| GeM OEM registration | Sold via GeM by listed sellers | ✓Registered GeM OEM manufacturer |
| Typical sales channel | Budget-focused distributor network | ✓Factory-direct |
| Warranty | Varies by seller | ✓12 months, direct from manufacturer |
| Manufacturing base | — | HSIIDC, Bahadurgarh, Haryana |
Hillson specifications and pricing referenced from publicly listed distributor and retailer product pages as of 2026. Wide range, typically ₹333–750/pair for standard models, per public retailer listings. Confirm current certification directly with the seller before ordering.
Yes. Hillson manufactures safety footwear certified to IS 15298 (Part 2):2016, EN 20345:2011, sold through a distributor network across India.
Common reasons include wanting factory-direct pricing for bulk orders, needing a GeM-registered OEM for government procurement, shorter lead times for large tenders, or a direct manufacturer relationship for after-sales and warranty support.
Yes. Both manufacture to IS 15298 (Part 2) with 200 Joule toe impact and 15kN compression resistance. Safmar is additionally ISO 9001:2015 certified, ZED Gold Certified by the Ministry of MSME, and registered as a GeM OEM manufacturer.
See Safmar's certified models and factory-direct pricing for your order size before you decide.
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