BSTI is Bangladesh's national standards body established in 1985 through an ordinance. It formulates standards, tests products for quality, issues certifications, and provides metrology services. The organization has various wings that develop standards, test products, issue certifications, and provide calibration services. It operates several laboratories and has obtained international accreditation for its testing, certification, and metrology operations. BSTI works to improve standards, ensure product quality, and facilitate trade.