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The Indian cosmetics industry is emerging as immense growth potential, almost twice the US and European markets' size. With the growth of the cosmetic industry, the parallel sale of spurious items is also increasing. Lack of regulations on imported cosmetics in India led to the proliferation of sub-standard and spurious cosmetics, worth millions annually. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India has a compulsory registration certificate for importing cosmetic products in India to ensure safety.
\nIn India, all cosmetic products imported for sale need to be registered with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) as per the Drug and Cosmetics Rules 1945. Exemption from the new regulation and registration are those cosmetics products imported in India in bulk for re-packaging and re-processing and 100 percent export to other countries. However, bulk imports of cosmetics into India for re-packaging and sale in the Indian market are not exempted and need to be registered.
\nAn “Authorized Agent” means a person or entity in India authorized by the manufacturer. The authorized agent will be responsible for the business activities of the manufacturer in India, including compliance with the provisions of “Drug and Cosmetic Act in all respects” . “Subsidiary” means an entity in India owned by the manufacturer. “Any other importer” means any person or entity purporting to import cosmetic products other than the manufacturer, its authorized agent and its subsidiary.
\nEach application will be accompanied by a fee of USD 2000 for each category and USD 50 for every variant or its equivalent India rupees for each brand of cosmetic product.
\nThe Drug and Cosmetic Act1940 & Rules1945 also laid several prohibited items in manufacturing and cosmetic imports to align with the standards of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
\nAfter the commencement of the Drugs and Cosmetics (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2014, no cosmetic that has been tested on animals shall be imported into the country.
\nIf you are planning to start or already run an import business of cosmetics in India and need assistance related to Cosmetic Regulation in India, you can contact CliniExperts.
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\nThe Indian cosmetics industry is emerging as immense growth potential, almost twice the US and European markets' size. With the growth of the cosmetic industry, the parallel sale of spurious items is also increasing. Lack of regulations on imported cosmetics in India led to the proliferation of sub-standard and spurious cosmetics, worth millions annually. The […]
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Companies who are marketing the cosmetic products worldwide need some form of the Cosmetic Product Safety reports to verify the safety of their products. Organisations are required to review existing raw material documentation, literature and rapid identification of endpoints from toxicology data within the agreed timelines.
\nOur cosmetic safety assessors work with you to collate and present the details required for evaluating the safety of formulations being used in imported cosmetics. Our qualified team of experts in CliniExperts with hands-on experience across all categories of cosmetics like skin care, hair care, infant care, oral care, beauty products can navigate these procedural challenges.
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Cosmetic Products requires a detailed safety assessment – the CPSR (Cosmetic Product Safety Report) – before products can be marketed in a country. One of the main challenges faced by companies during cosmetic product safety assessment is achieving consumer safety without conducting animal testing
\n","date":"17-May-2021","categories":[{"id":"b5da0356-99ab-55e4-b6f9-57d081624094","name":"Product","link":"http://cosmoally.net/category/product/"}],"featured_media":{"id":"20f2f04b-9a3e-5ecf-9fd9-f48e8c777b0d","localFile":{"id":"8924af7e-eb30-58b8-a58c-f85fe4923ee4","childImageSharp":{"id":"5d49ea5c-71e7-5da2-b099-625d9976231f","resolutions":{"src":"/static/e301386f3b882f346e7867c6ea90a0ce/25e3f/cosmoally_2.jpg","height":300,"width":300}}}}}},{"node":{"id":"895eddf8-86a6-5252-8f38-de759e5e777a","title":"A Quick Guide To Cosmetic Product Testing In India","content":"Cosmetics are required to be safe when consumers use them according to directions in the labelling. Product testing is one of the important things a manufacturer might do to ensure the safety of a cosmetic product before entering the market. Cosmetic products come in direct contact with the customer’s skin. So, they can do a lot of harm to people if any harmful ingredient is present. For this reason, cosmetic product testing laboratories in India are required to conduct proper tests on these products and ensure they are safe as per the guidelines of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Along with safety, the products’ quality is also examined during these laboratory testing for cosmetic products.
\nThe tests you can conduct to ensure your cosmetic product is safe for consumer use are:
\nThe cosmetic manufacturer can do cosmetic product check so that it is free from microorganisms’ growth. In some cases, the sample is also passed through a Preservative Effectiveness Test [PET] to check for bacteria, yeast, and fungi.
\nMost cosmetic testing labs in India test the cosmetic products for stability to gauge whether during their shelf life and while being in use, the product will maintain its function, physical, chemical, and microbiological aspects or not.
\nThe cosmetics toxicology test checks whether any substance of the product or its mixture can harm the skin of the potential user. Its impact is tested majorly for the eye and the skin.
\nThis cosmetic product testing process involves testing the product with respect to its functionality, performance, usability, and durability.
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A sample quantity of cosmetic products is enough to undergo all the necessary cosmetic testing procedures. However, this should include the amount needed for repetition and retention. So, the exact quantity gets determined based on the overall tests that have to be conducted on the product.
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Cosmetic manufacturers can use data on safety that is already available on individual ingredients and on products with similar formulations from other countries. Like from:
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Cosmetic product testing can be done in-house. But it can become difficult and expensive to do in house with the requirement for specialised facilities and technical expertise. That is why you should get all the skincare products tested from reliable and approved cosmetic production testing laboratories.
\nIf the ingredients of the cosmetic product organic or natural, there is no guarantee that they are safe. Manufacturers should make sure their products are safe when used as per the directions in the labeling. Some testing may still be needed. Suppose you’re a business owner in the cosmetic industry. In that case, our comprehensive cosmetic testing will help you avoid any adulteration in your products to ensure that they are safe for use on skin and have no harmful side effects. The entire process of lab testing for cosmetic products becomes easier when you have Cosmetic regulatory expert for navigating the process. If you are looking for cosmetic product testing, to help you in the complex regulatory process, reach out to CliniExperts.
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Product testing is one of the important things a manufacturer might do to ensure the safety of a cosmetic product before entering the market. Cosmetic products come in direct contact with the customer’s skin. So, they can do a lot of harm to people if any harmful ingredient is present. Cosmetic product testing laboratories in India are required to conduct proper tests on these products and ensure they are safe as per the guidelines of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
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\nLet us take a quick look at the important facts about the New Cosmetic Rules, 2020.
\nVarious Forms mentioned in New Cosmetic Rules, 2020
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| Sr No. | \nForms | \nParticulars | \n
| 1. | \nForm COS-1 | \nApplication for fresh registrations | \n
| 2. | \nForm COS-2 | \nImport registration certificate | \n
| 3. | \nForm COS-12 | \nApplication for import or manufacturing of New Cosmetic | \n
| 4. | \nForm COS-3 | \nPermission for new cosmetic | \n
| 5. | \nForm COS-4 | \nApplication for importing cosmetics from manufacturer who already has. Registration Certificate for said products | \n
| 6. | \nForm COS-4A | \nRegistration Certificate for importing cosmetics from manufacturer who already has Registration Certificate for said products | \n
The validity of the import registration certificate is 5 years. The validity of Form COS-4A is 3 years. There are a total of 80 categories mentioned in the Fourth Schedule
\nFees mentioned in the New Cosmetic Rules, 2020
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| Details | \nOld Cosmetic Rules | \nNew Cosmetic Rules | \n
| Fresh Registration Certificate | \nForm 42 | \nForm COS-1 | \n
| Import registration certificate | \nForm 43 | \nForm COS-2 | \n
| Registration Certificate Validity | \n3 years (non-perpetual) | \n5 years(perpetual) | \n
| Registration Certificate Renewal | \nApplication along with applicable category and variant fee | \nOnly applicable category and variant fee along with retention fee at the rate of 2% till 180 days | \n
| Manufacturer and Cosmetic Particulars | \nFill in Schedule D(III) | \nFill in Second Schedule Part-I | \n
| CDSCO fee for Grant of Registration Certificate | \nEach category is USD 2000\n Each variant is USD 50 | \nEach category is USD 1000\n Each variant is USD 50 | \n
| CDSCO fee for Manufacturing site | \nNot Applicable | \nUSD 500 | \n
| Concept of New Cosmetic | \nNot Applicable | \nApplication in Form COS-12\n Approval in Form COS-3 | \n
| CDSCO fee for New Cosmetic | \nNot Applicable | \nUSD 500 | \n
| Legal Document | \nPower of Attorney | \nAuthorisation from manufacturer | \n
| Timeline | \n60 to 90 working days from the date of application submission | \n180 working days from the date of application submission | \n
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, with its notification, has published the cosmetic rules, 2020 on 15th December 2020 which grants license and registration for importing cosmetic products into India. Several new definitions are introduced in this New Cosmetic Rules, 2020 like Actual Manufacturer, Legal Manufacturer, and New Cosmetic. As per New Cosmetic Rules, 2020, “Actual manufacturer” regarding the import of cosmetics means a person who manufactures cosmetics at his manufacturing site in a country other than India approved by the National Regulatory Authority or any authority.
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\nThis situation is scrutinized by the government, and authorities came to a decision that the applicant can submit applications later on for import and registration as per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 & Rules. It is applicable under the condition that the documents are self-attested with an undertaking that they will submit the notarized/apostilled documents with legal signatures when the COVID-19 pandemic will gradually come to an end within four months.
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It wasn’t until 2020 that COVID-19 became an important factor of import in the personal care and cosmetics industry. But by now, you will agree, no matter where in the world you are, the virus has changed things around you. Due to COVID-19, various stakeholders of the cosmetic industry like manufacturers, importers are facing difficulties […]
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\nAccording to industry experts, many of these creams containing hydroquinone are not allowed to be sold in the developed world. Several countries including the US, Japan and Australia have either banned or imposed regulations on the OTC sales of hydroquinone products. Now, Government of India put a ban on Over-the-Counter (OTC) selling of hydroquinone, termed as Benzene 1,4-diol or quinol, a strong bleaching agent sold from April 1, 2019, as their unchecked usage can cause redness, inflammation and discoloration and in chronic health issues.
\nHydroquinone is a prescription drug all across the globe for a long. But in India, it was not a prescription drug. So, companies sell hydroquinone irrationally as an ingredient and sell it to anybody. You will need a doctor’s prescription to buy these products as per the law. The chemist cannot give hydroquinone-containing cream to anybody without a doctor’s prescription. Its usage can cause skin irritation, rash while over-use or long-term usage can damage the skin, which cannot be treated. However, earlier skin specialists have been using it to treat freckles, melasma, and general brown patching.
\nThe amendment to the Drugs and Cosmetics (D&C) Rules of 1945 to bring hydroquinone containing creams under Schedule H will come into force on April 1, 2019. This is due to the Drugs Technical Advisory Board. Last year, the Ministry had placed all pharmaceutical formulations containing steroids for external use under Schedule H of the D&C Act to stop their OTC sale. This is following a public interest litigation filed in the Delhi High Court by the IADVL, seeking a ban on the manufacture and sale of skin creams potentially harmful ingredients.
\nThe bottom line is consumers should always check the ingredients of their cosmetic products, be suspicious of very low-price tag on the cosmetic product which are likely to indicate the lotion is fake and potentially harmful, and avoid using a product containing hydroquinone.
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Hydroquinone is popular for its skin-lightening properties in cosmetic markets. Hydroquinone cosmetic market is a multibillion industry. They also are marketed worldwide for reducing age- related spots and blemishes in the skin. Research show some evidence in animals that hydroquinone may act as a carcinogen. However, its cancer-causing properties have yet to be proved in […]
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\nIn India, the import of certain cosmetic products is prohibited as per Section 10 of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act and Rules 134A, 135,135A of the Cosmetics and Drugs Rules, 1945 and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Under this law, cosmetics with Hexachlorophene (HCP) are prohibited from being manufactured and imported in India. This regulation came because HCP, a synthetic compound, has been associated with several hazards over the years. Recent studies showed that hexachlorophene can be absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream and that this absorption resulted in damage to the nervous system of infants. HCP has become a ubiquitous chemical since its discovery in 1939 and used in ENT products, medicated soaps, shampoos, foot powders, underarm deodorants, baby lotion, shoe liners, shower curtains, and wearing apparel in varying amounts.
\nAs per US FDA, HCP has toxic effect and ability to penetrate human skin, HCP can be used only in case no other preservative has shown effectiveness. As per the rule, the HCP concentration in a cosmetic may not exceed 0.1 percent, and it may not be used in cosmetics that are applied to mucous membranes, such as the lips. Such use of hexachlorophene shall be limited to situations where an alternative preservative has not yet been shown to be as effective or where adequate integrity and stability data for the reformulated product are not yet available.
\nAntibacterial ingredients used as alternatives for hexachlorophene in cosmetic products must be adequately tested for safety prior to marketing. Without safety testing prior to marketing, the product may be considered adulterated and will be considered misbranded unless it has a conspicuous front panel statement that the product has not been adequately tested for safety and may be hazardous.
\nDifferent countries and regions worldwide regulate cosmetics under different legal frameworks that all have their own particular rules and regulations. The regulatory system and advertising of cosmetic items ensuring safety and efficacy are the most imperative elements for the cosmetic industry’s development. The terminology, labelling, and safety of cosmetic products and colorant regulations are different […]
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\nThis article offers some reflections on some import questions related to import of cosmetic product in India.
\nCosmetic raw material means a base substance and auxillary materials used for the production of cosmetics.
\nThe Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) will take necessary actions if imported cosmetics packs are found to be non-compliant as per provisions of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act and Rules as applicable and can penalize if there is non-compliance of the NOC issued.
\nAt CliniExperts, we guide you how to import cosmetic product in an efficient and easy step. For more information, download Cosmoally App today.
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Rapid change in lifestyle and rise of purchasing power in India are leading to the percentage of cosmetic imports from outside of the region. Many cosmetics are designed and manufactured for the use of applying to the face and body. They are generally mixtures of chemical compounds derived from natural sources (such as coconut oil) […]
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\nAccording to the current regulations of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) 1984, ZPT is used as a preservative in rinse-off products (forbidden in oral hygiene products) in a concentration of up to 0.5% in general products and up to 1.0% in hair products. Moreover, Zinc Pyrithione is also allowed in a concentration up to 0.1% in leave-on hair products.
\nThe SCCS finds that the substance is highly toxic and cannot agree to recommend any extension of its use unless safety data of ZPT on percutaneous absorption in man can be shown not to occur in normal skin, nor under conditions of inflammation or abrasion.
\nThe European Commission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has adopted its final opinion on the safety of the cosmetic
\n(ZPT). Currently, SCCS on 4th March 2020 concluded that Zinc Pyrithione is safe in a concentration of a maximum 1% used as an anti-dandruff in rinse-off hair products. The present consensus by SCCS came after ZPT is subjected to several safety evaluations.
\nAccording to the conditions laid out in Article 15(d) of the Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of SCCS and taking into consideration of the scientific data provided, the committee considers Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT) as safe up to a maximum concentration of 1% when used as an anti- dandruff in rinse-off hair products.
\nSafety Evaluation of ZPT shows long term use of it cause neurological effects. Chronic toxicity for more than 12 months at mid and high doses includes impaired limbs, ataxia, impairment, and reduced body weight. It has a low potential to induce contact hypersensitivity. It is fatal on inhalation and causes severe eye irritation. Reports of reproductive safety data show adverse 2effects on development were most likely attributable to maternal toxicity. There was no evidence for a carcinogenic potential and no firm conclusion for genotoxicity or mutagenicity.
\nIf you have any concerns about the safety of your Cosmetic Product and Cosmetic Regulation, you can download Cosmoally App. CliniExperts Cosmetic Regulatory Team has wide experience to help you with your hassle-free Cosmetic Registration in India.
\nZinc Pyrithione (ZPT) is a widely popular cosmetic ingredient and used in the formulation of shampoos, hair conditioners, face powders, cleansing products, eyeliners, and skincare products. ZPT has antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antifungal properties that can help treat dandruff, scalp psoriasis, and acne. ZPT inhibits the growth of yeast, which is the main reason for dandruff. […]
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\nIn this article, let’s take a look at steps of cosmetic registration process in India.
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STEP 1: CREATION OF SUGAM LOGIN CREDENTIALS
\nVarious documents uploaded on SUGAM online portal of CDSCO for Importers’ registration
\nAfter uploading, hard copy of these documents is sent to CDSCO for verification.
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Select the purpose of registration as ‘For Cosmetic Registration’.
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STEP 2: DRAFTING THE FINAL DOCUMENTS FOR COSMETIC REGISTRATION
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STEP 3: UPLOAD THE FINAL DOCUMENTS
\nThe sugam portal will be activated now. Log in to the account using the User ID and Password.
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STEP 4: FORM SUBMISSION
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This is what the dashboard will look like once the Log-in is successful. Click on Menu.
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Under Application Submission, click on Form Submission.
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Select ‘Registration of Cosmetics’ under Department, then select Form42.
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Select the type of application, according to the specifications of the project.
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Fill out the details of the manufacturer, precisely. After filling these details, cross-check them with the documents once, to make sure that no error has been made.
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STEP 5: GENERATION OF CHECKLIST
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Upload the excel sheet in this field.
\nCheck all the details in the next step.
\nOnce the application is submitted, it cannot be edited further.
\nPreview of Form42 is generated.
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STEP 6: PAYMENT OF GOVERNMENT FEE THROUGH BHARATKOSH FOR COSMETIC PRODUCTS
\nThe process of payment is:
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STEP 7: GENERATION OF FORM42
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STEP 8: SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
\nThe cosmetic registration process needs strategic planning and a review of the ingredients in the cosmetic products and labeling for registration in India. The cosmetic companies intending to import and market cosmetic products in India have to go through this tedious process. The cosmetic application should adequately define the products in the respective categories. In […]
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\nIn India, all cosmetic products imported for sale need to be registered with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) as per the Drug and Cosmetics Rules 1945. Exemption from the new regulation and registration are those cosmetics products imported in India in bulk for re-packaging and re-processing and 100 percent export to other countries. However, bulk imports of cosmetics into India for re-packaging and sale in the Indian market are not exempted and need to be registered.
\nAn “Authorized Agent” means a person or entity in India authorized by the manufacturer. The authorized agent will be responsible for the business activities of the manufacturer in India, including compliance with the provisions of “Drug and Cosmetic Act in all respects” . “Subsidiary” means an entity in India owned by the manufacturer. “Any other importer” means any person or entity purporting to import cosmetic products other than the manufacturer, its authorized agent and its subsidiary.
\nEach application will be accompanied by a fee of USD 2000 for each category and USD 50 for every variant or its equivalent India rupees for each brand of cosmetic product.
\nThe Drug and Cosmetic Act1940 & Rules1945 also laid several prohibited items in manufacturing and cosmetic imports to align with the standards of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
\nAfter the commencement of the Drugs and Cosmetics (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2014, no cosmetic that has been tested on animals shall be imported into the country.
\nIf you are planning to start or already run an import business of cosmetics in India and need assistance related to Cosmetic Regulation in India, you can contact CliniExperts.
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References
\nThe Indian cosmetics industry is emerging as immense growth potential, almost twice the US and European markets' size. With the growth of the cosmetic industry, the parallel sale of spurious items is also increasing. Lack of regulations on imported cosmetics in India led to the proliferation of sub-standard and spurious cosmetics, worth millions annually. The […]
\n","date":"13-Oct-2020","categories":[{"id":"4aadb1e4-0335-588f-b85f-a1d88418e7db","name":"Cosmetic","link":"http://cosmoally.net/category/cosmetic/"}],"featured_media":{"id":"7d505d08-744d-5609-ac12-6c35458ea993","localFile":{"id":"406dec78-19bf-5d0b-ba93-394ef1794392","childImageSharp":{"id":"86c8fb4c-a11e-5ab7-8be9-9dba1b33c3f9","resolutions":{"src":"/static/05097f9c70d32e9f313f4c7c94d13b92/25e3f/post18.jpg","height":300,"width":300}}}}}},{"node":{"id":"93289b3e-cf20-5136-a3a7-bff7474da785","title":"Manufacturing License For Cosmetics In India","content":"In India, the market of cosmetics is growing at an accelerating rate. The demand for cosmetics products has augmented, especially in the urban areas in the past few years. Several factors contributing to the craze is the influence of the western culture, the increase in the purchasing power, desire to look attractive and beautiful etc.
\nIn India, there were no such strict regulations regarding the cosmetic products earlier. But due to the growing awareness, cosmetics is slowly coming under strict regulations. Presently, the governing legislation in case of cosmetics in India is the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940.The procedure to be followed in order to manufacture cosmetics and getting cosmetic license in India has been laid down under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. Schedule M-II classifies cosmetics into 11 broad product categories like powders, creams, lotions emulsions, pastes, cleansing milks, shampoos, pomade, brilliantine, shaving creams, hair oils, nail Polishes and nail Lacquers, lipsticks & lip Gloss, depilatories, preparations used for eyes, aerosol, alcoholic Fragrance Solutions (Cologne), hair Dyes, tooth Powders and Tooth Pastes, toilet Soaps.
\nThe manufacture of cosmetics is regulated under a system of inspection and licensing by each state drug control department as per the provisions of Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules. It varies from state to state. The application for a license is submitted though the website of each state in India. Specific procedures vary from state to state.
\nThe factory premises for the manufacturing of cosmetics need to follow conditions as per Schedule M-II. Some of the general requirements are as follows:
\nCliniExperts has an experienced team of regulatory experts for cosmetics who are well versed with cosmetic regulation in India. We can help you with any queries related to the cosmetic business in India.
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References
\nIn India, the market of cosmetics is growing at an accelerating rate. The demand for cosmetics products has augmented, especially in the urban areas in the past few years. Several factors contributing to the craze is the influence of the western culture, the increase in the purchasing power, desire to look attractive and beautiful etc. […]
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\nWorldwide experts are concerned that these chemicals may be absorbed through the skin, leading to irritation of skin, hormonal disruption and even skin cancer. The US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) recently called for more research on the safety and effectiveness of these cosmetic ingredients used as UV filters like benzophenone-3 (BP-3) or octocrylene in sunscreens.
\nOctocrylene is an organic UV filter which absorbs mainly Ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation and Ultraviolet A (UVA) wavelengths. There is no research that shows UV filters are beneficial ingredients in cosmetics and protect from skin cancer. But octocrylene has been recently incriminated to potentially induce adverse effects on the endocrine system in addition to having allergic or photoallergic potential.
\nAccording to Ruszkiewicz et al., repeated topical octocrylene applications resulted in higher levels of urine and plasma. Once octocrylene is in the systemic circulation, it is transported to different organs. Octocrylene is highly lipophilic, and in rats, it has been detected in the liver and brain. High concentrations of BP-3 were also detected in adipose tissue after topical administration.
\nOn the other hand, in another safety review of octocrylene as an UV filter recently published in the Journal of European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology by Berardesca E et al., octocrylene is considered as safe when used as a UV filter and cosmetic ingredients at a concentration up to 10%. In India also, according to Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) 10 % of octocrylene in sunscreen is advisable.
\nAs per EWG (Environment Working Group), this table shows the present evidence of the safety of octocrylene.
\n| Use | \nProposed status of FDA 2019 | \nPenetration of the skin | \nDisruption of hormone | \nAllergy and Other Concerns | \n
| Octocrylene is used widely | \nInsufficient data to determine safety – significant\n data gaps \n
| \nAccording to a FDA study, blood levels of octocrylene are 14 times above the cutoff for systemic exposure\n Found in breast milk | \nNot available | \nHigh rates of skin allergy | \n
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In February 2019, FDA released its final draft of sunscreens monograph and raised questions about 12 sunscreen filters. These 12 ingredients are some of the most commonly used UV filters, such as oxybenzone, octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate and avobenzone.
\nThere are limited or no data on the absorption of the active cosmetic ingredients of sunscreen. In 2019 and 2020, FDA published two studies that shows the ingredients oxybenzone, octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate and avobenzone are all systemically absorbed into the body after a single use (Matta 2019, Matta 2020). The FDA also found that the sunscreen ingredients could be detected on the skin and in blood weeks after application ended (Matta 2020).
\nThere is a need for detailed investigation of the safety of all sunscreen ingredients by the FDA, and more research studies to ensure that none of them damages skin or cause other toxic effects. This will help all the stakeholders, including manufacturers, practitioners, and consumers, conclude on the safety of octocrylene used as an ingredient in sunscreen.
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References
\nRecently questions are pouring in the media regarding the debatable efficiency of sunscreen widely endorsed by the experts. So far, sunscreen is the main remedy to prevent the maladies inflicted by ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The prevalence of certain sun exposure-related pathologies like malignant melanoma, is also on the rise despite the continuously increasing frequency of […]
\n","date":"20-Sep-2020","categories":[{"id":"4aadb1e4-0335-588f-b85f-a1d88418e7db","name":"Cosmetic","link":"http://cosmoally.net/category/cosmetic/"}],"featured_media":{"id":"9a658e03-e6bc-55be-b975-56cc12985728","localFile":{"id":"91314da6-6a93-55cd-a375-6b6061eaa553","childImageSharp":{"id":"d82dbc92-0182-5d42-afb4-10e4414025c5","resolutions":{"src":"/static/da2dda818203189f56d29832e8b651d3/25e3f/cosmoally-aug.jpg","height":300,"width":300}}}}}},{"node":{"id":"a39ce1ac-182e-551d-9903-16c7cf067167","title":"How do I get Certificate of Analysis for my cosmetic product?","content":"The demand for the cosmetic industry is growing day by day. Both Indian and International cosmetic companies are extending their product range to meet the expectations of their consumers. Social media and television is fuelling the growth of the cosmetic industry and creating constant need of looking fashionable and glamorous. Earlier, there were no rules for importing and manufacturing cosmetic products. The government of India was compelled to frame various policies to make sure that the cosmetic products available in the market are accurately tested in various laboratories and are free from harmful ingredients.
\nThe importer of a cosmetic requires the cosmetic registration license before the introduction of their products in the Indian market. After proper verification of documents like Certificate of Analysis of a particular cosmetic product by CDSCO, your license for cosmetic business will be provided in Form 43.
\nCOA is a document that gives actual test results for the batch of cosmetic products that a cosmetic company is exporting. The test results are usually documented against a set of specifications. Documents must be provided for all products and their variants. Also, it should be given by the manufacturer (actual or legal) and must report basic physiochemical, microbial and heavy metal tests.
\nA Specification for a product is a document that gives guidelines of a given cosmetic product’s physical and chemical parameters.
\nThe cosmetic analysis test is conducted as per the rules set by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Cosmetic testing includes:
\nThe ability of microorganisms to grow and reproduce in cosmetic and skincare products is a concern of both quality and safety. Sometimes suppliers utilize preservatives and other ingredients to combat the growth and survival of microorganisms in their products. However, the rise of all-natural and herbal cosmetics and skincare reintroduces microbial risks. Online retailers such as Amazon, Whole Foods, and many others now mandate suppliers to submit a Certificate of Analysis (COA) on all cosmetic and skincare products sold through their platform. Microbial counts are done on each batch in most cosmetic manufacturing companies.
\nThe data required for a cosmetic specification are appearance, pH (if the formula contains water), odour, specific gravity, and viscosity.
\nThe viscosity is important for most cosmetic products as it gives you a numerical range pertaining to the consistency of the product. This will directly impact how the cosmetic performs while using it in reality.
\nSpecific gravity is another key measure of a product as it depicts how dense it is in relation to water.
\nThe following details are given on the letterhead of Actual Manufacturer:
\nGet a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for skincare and Cosmetics products. We provide quality-assured data to brands, manufacturers, and suppliers to help them understand and mitigate product risk. CliniExperts can organize the data for you and complete specifications for finished products or ingredients. We can arrange a full panel of Cosmetic and Skincare microbiological analyses to meet the Certificate of Analysis (COA) requirements of your cosmetic product.
\nReferences
\nThe demand for the cosmetic industry is growing day by day. Both Indian and International cosmetic companies are extending their product range to meet the expectations of their consumers. Social media and television is fuelling the growth of the cosmetic industry and creating constant need of looking fashionable and glamorous. Earlier, there were no rules […]
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\nConsidering the globalization of Cosmetics, cosmetic regulatory compliance with international regulations is the first step towards ensuring that they are safe for humans and the environment. Cosmetic Businesses subsequently create or re-develop products that meet the ever-changing expectations of consumers of international markets. From manufacturers to importers, the cosmetic industry must be able to adapt to a constantly changing framework. There is a lot of confusion regarding the actual and legal manufacturer before registering for a cosmetic product in India. Let’s dig deep into the meaning of the actual and legal manufacturer of cosmetics.
\nA “Manufacturer” means a person or entity in a Country other than India who owns the trade name of the brand of the cosmetic product for which registration has been applied for and who manufactures cosmetic product at his own manufacturing site or at a site owned by another manufacturer in the trade name of his brand.
\nAn “Authorized Agent” means a person or entity in India authorized by the cosmetic manufacturer. According to cosmetic regulations in India for the registration of cosmetic product in india, Foreign manufacturers must have an authorized agent or legal manufacturer who will act on behalf of the actual manufacturer and the point of contact for all regulatory processes.
\nWhat is a Subsidiary?
\n“Subsidiary” means an entity in India owned by the manufacturer.
\nWhat is Importer of cosmetic?
\nImporter means any person or entity who import cosmetic products other than the manufacturer, its authorized agent and its subsidiary.
\nA legal manufacturer has the responsibility for the cosmetic product before it comes in the market under his own name, regardless of whether the operations are carried out by the entity or someone else. So it might help to think of it more in terms of who is doing what with respect to the cosmetic itself in terms of being the legal manufacturer, as opposed to what they’re called and where they’re located. A single party may fulfil one or more of these roles, e.g. a manufacturer may not only distribute the products it manufactures but it may also act as a distributor of devices from a different manufacturer.
\nAre you thinking of entering Indian Cosmetic market and are confused how to do the cosmetic import license in India? You are at the right place. CliniExperts can help you. We can act as your authorized agent in India.
\nReferences:
\nThe cosmetics market share has been increasing exponentially globally. Cosmetics are changing the way in which a person can enhance his or her look and make the product instantly attractable among everyone through television or online promotion. Most consumers use personal care and cosmetic products every day to improve their appearance, enhance their well-being and […]
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\nCosmetic products in India are regulated under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rules 1945 and Labelling Declarations by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Since 1973 BIS has been publishing a standard comprising of a negative list of raw materials. The first BIS Committee responsible for the standard preparation felt the necessity of such a list to guard against harmful substances used in the formulation of cosmetics.
\nThe ingredients for use in cosmetics are divided into the following two categories:
\nGRAS consists of generally recognized ingredients as safe and, when used in the concentration conventionally adopted, are permissible in cosmetics. Dyes, pigments, and colors are listed under this class.
\nGNRAS List consists of ingredients that are generally not recognized as safe. They are not permissible either in any amount whatsoever or in amounts exceeding those specifically laid down for cosmetics. Any ingredient classified as ‘GNRAS’ may be present as an impurity but not as a component of cosmetic preparation.
\nGNRAS lists for ingredients have been classified as per the following four lists:
\nThere are more than 1300 substances as per the present list restricted in cosmetic products. Moreover, India also prohibits manufacturing and importing any cosmetic products containing harmful ingredients like hexachlorophene, lead, arsenic, or mercury compounds.
\nAccording to some studies, an average woman uses 12 personal care products with almost 168 different chemicals per day. The results of the study show that the skin may absorb up to 60 percent of the chemicals in the products it comes in contact. The list of restricted ingredients is expected to adequately safeguard consumers’ interest leave enough room for the development of newer raw material.
\nAs previously mentioned, the safety of a cosmetic product largely depends on the safety of cosmetic ingredients. Both local manufacturers and cosmetic import license holders must be aware of the country-specific standards and follow the local regulations related to the ingredients.
\nReferences:
\nAll over the world, different countries and regions regulate cosmetics under different legal frameworks. Marketing cosmetics containing any ingredient that makes the product harmful is against the law. Cosmetic manufacturers have a legal responsibility for ensuring the safety and labeling of their products to the consumers. So, it is essential to know about the local […]
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\nAre you ready to sell your cosmetic products in India, but you feel overwhelmed about the complexity of documentation of cosmetic registration in India?
\nKeep on reading, in this article we will tell you about the list of documents for fresh cosmetic registration in India.
\nList of documents required for Cosmetic Product registration in India
\nKey Documents for Cosmetic Registration
\nThe fee for each application will be accompanied by USD 2000 for each category of cosmetic and USD 50 for each variant as per regulations.
\nThen, start compiling the documents we will need to be able to work and contact us to have an idea of the budget you will need to register your cosmetic products in India. We take care of the whole registration of your products, from A to Z. Our Safety Assessors will take care of the cosmetic license or form 43 for import of cosmetics and we can become your Responsible Person in India. For any information regarding cosmetic registration and Cosmetic import license in India, you can Download our Cosmoally App or visit our website www.cliniexperts.com.
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Cosmetic is a very lucrative segment, and various players are investing looking at the growth rate in the market. For import and sale of cosmetic products in India requires registration with the licensing authority as per Rule 21 of Drugs & Cosmetics Rules, 1945.The very first question that comes up about the type of license […]
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\nWhether a product is a cosmetic or a drug under the law is determined by that product’s intended use. This article will focus cosmetic product registration depending on the intended use.
\nAccording to Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) defines cosmetics by their intended use, as “articles intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, or sprayed on, introduced into, or otherwise applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance”.
\nExamples are skin moisturizers, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail polishes, eye and facial makeup preparations, cleansing shampoos, hair colors, and deodorants, as well as any substance intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. Cosmetics in India are broadly categorized into skin care, hair care, nail and cuticle products, and oral care products, etc.
\nSometimes cosmetic products match both cosmetics and drugs. It can happen when a product has two intended uses. For example, a shampoo is a cosmetic because its intended use is to cleanse the hair. An antidandruff treatment is a drug because its intended use is to treat dandruff. Consequently, an antidandruff shampoo is both a cosmetic and a drug. Antidandruff shampoo is also categorized under cosmetics. But if the shampoo claims to decrease hyper-seborrhoea or allows hair to regain energy and health then it cannot be registered under cosmetic.
\nFor example, a cosmetic product is considered as soap
\nIf a product intended to cleanse the human body does not meet all the criteria for soap, as listed above, it is either a cosmetic or a drug.
\nFor example:
\nIf a product consists of detergents, primarily made of alkali salts of fatty acids, and is intended not only for cleansing but also for other cosmetic uses. It is regulated as a cosmetic.
\nIf a product consists of detergents, primarily of alkali salts of fatty acids, and is intended not only for cleansing but also to cure, treat, or prevent disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the human body. It is regulated as a drug, or possibly both a drug and a cosmetic. Examples include antibacterial cleansers and cleansers that are also intended to treat acne.
\nIf a product
\nIt will be labeled as soap and regulated as a cosmetic.
\nCosmetic Manufacturers must be cautious about making tall claims. The Central Drug Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is the principal authority to manage activities relating to cosmetic products in India. CDSCO should take proper regulations to integrate the cosmetic regulatory compliance in India.
\nReferences
\nThe regulation of cosmetic products in India is in the development stage while cosmetic market in India serves for USD 6.5 billion and increasing continuously with 25% CAGR rate. Due to the competitive marketplace, companies indulge in irrational and false marketing of a cosmetic with a drug claim or by marketing a drug as if […]
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\nThe cosmetics distributed in India must comply with the cosmetic regulatory compliance by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940, The Legal Metrology Act, 2009, and The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Here, in this article, you will get all the information related to cosmetic labeling in India.
\nLabeling Requirements for Cosmetics in India
\n(1) On both the inner and outer labels
\n(a) The name of the cosmetic product
\n(b) The name of the manufacturer and complete manufacturing address of the cosmetic. The name of the manufacturer and his place of manufacture shall be along with pin code if the cosmetic product is in a very small size container where the address of the manufacturer cannot be given,
\n(c) Information of Use before (Month and Year) of the cosmetic.
\n(2) On the outer label
\nA declaration of the net contents measurable weight for solids, fluid measure for liquids, and weight for semi-solids with numerical count.
\n(3) On the Inner Label; where a hazard exists
\n(a) After sale use direction for the consumer
\n(b) Any warning, caution or special direction for the consumer of the cosmetic product
\n(c) Names and quantities of the ingredients of the cosmetic that are hazardous or poisonous.
\n(4) A proper batch number where details of manufacture of the particular batch from which the substance in the container is taken.
\n(5) Manufacturing date and Use before date
\n(6) If a package of cosmetic has only one label such label shall contain all the information required to be shown on both the inner and the outer labels.
\n(7) The list of ingredients, present in concentration of more than one per cent need to be in descending order of weight or volume at the time they are added, followed by those in concentration equal to or less than or one per cent, in any order, and preceded by the word “INGREDIENTS”.
\n(8) Labeling requirements are relevant to Indian Standards laid down by the Bureau of Indian Standards for the cosmetics covered under Schedule “S”.
\nWith the packaging of cosmetics products, proper cosmetic labeling is extremely essential. Most important cosmetic labeling requirements are manufacturer and importer’s details in addition to the product name, pack size, ingredients, batch no., manufacturing date, Use before date, MRP of the packed cosmetic product inclusive of GST, RC No. All reported details must be consistent across all documents provided by the cosmetic manufacturer for cosmetic product registration and getting cosmetic import licenses in India. A cosmetic manufacturer may have to compensate for any issues related to cosmetic regulatory compliance of the product.
\nWant to know more about cosmetic labelling in India?
\nFor more information, do not hesitate to contact CliniExperts.
\n\n
References:
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Marketing a cosmetic or personal care product requires proper labeling. Labeling informs consumers of a product’s intended use, its ingredients and the net quantity of contents, any related warnings, and its place of manufacture or distribution. Cosmetic labeling refers to all labels and other written, printed or graphic matter on cosmetic products such as shampoo, […]
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\n“Cosmetic” is defined as any article intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed on, or introduced into, or otherwise applied to, the human body or any part thereof for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance, and includes any article intended for use as a component of cosmetic. In short, cosmetics are used externally and cannot alter physiological processes.
\nTo make a cosmetic product registration, the manufacturer or importer needs to take care of any misleading claims which are related to any form of physiological change post-application. As per regulations, information on cosmetic labeling, including cosmetic claims, must be truthful. For example, if a product is marketed with claims of preventing or treating disease, or altering the function of the body and affecting the structure —including the skin—it’s a drug according to the law. It must meet the requirements for drugs, even if it affects appearance. An importer or a manufacturer cannot use these misleading drug claims to describe the product on its packaging in order to be considered as cosmetic.
\nProper labeling is an essential aspect of marketing a cosmetic product. “Misbranding” refers to violations involving improperly labeled or deceptively packaged products. Many companies claim too much like their products will change a person’s appearance, make structural changes to the skin, and even prevent or treat certain medical conditions.
\nFor example, cosmetic claim like moisturizing. A moisturizer claiming to decrease the “appearance” of wrinkles and fine lines by increasing the water content of skin is considered a cosmetic. Cosmetics do not require regulatory approval like any drug before going to market. However, skincare product manufacturers must follow the laws and regulations that apply to cosmetics. Cosmetics are recognized by the drug authority as having no medical value. But if the same skincare product claims to heal acne it will be considered a drug claim and will not be anymore a cosmetic. Any such drug claim by a cosmetic will be considered misbranding. There are lot of other misleading cosmetic claims. More specific claims reducing inflammation, prevent facial muscle contractions, regenerate cell, and promise to treat medical conditions, such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
\nAmid rising disposable income, especially among the younger generation, and increasing penchant for grooming products, the market for cosmetics is lucrative. Importers and manufacturers must understand the importance of claims in their packaging to maintain authenticity and have an easier cosmetic registration in India.
\nReferences
\n2. Cosmetics Labeling Claims. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetics-labeling/cosmetics-labeling-claims.Accessed on 31st May, 2020.
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India has a booming market for cosmetic and personal care products. To discern the safety of these products, the Central Drug Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) has mandated that the importers need to obtain Form 43 for import of cosmetics in India. In the Guidelines on Registration of Import of Cosmetics, cosmetics are categorized as per Column 3 of Brand of Cosmetic products. Cosmetic product categorization is important as government charges for cosmetic registration application based on each category and variant.
\n| Brands of Cosmetic Products | \n||
| Column-1 | \nColumn-2 | \nColumn-3 | \n
| 1. Skin products | \n1. Skin care products | \n1. Face care products other than face mask | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Face mask | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Eye contour products | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Lip care products | \n
| \n | \n | 5. Hand care products | \n
| \n | \n | 6. Foot care products | \n
| \n | \n | 7. Body care products | \n
| \n | \n | 8. External intimate care products | \n
| \n | \n | 9. Chemical exfoliation products | \n
| \n | \n | 10. Mechanical exfoliation products | \n
| \n | \n | 11. Skin lightening products | \n
| \n | \n | 12. Other skin care products | \n
| \n | 2. Skin cleansing products | \n1. Soap products | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Bath / shower products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Make-up remover products | \n
| \n | \n | 4.External Intimate hygiene products | \n
| \n | \n | 5. Other skin cleansing products | \n
| \n | 3. Body hair removal products | \n1. Chemical depilatories | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Physical epilation products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other body hair removal products | \n
| \n | 4. Bleach for body hair products | \n1. Bleach for body hair | \n
| \n | 5.Correction of body odour and/or perspiration | \n1. Products with antiperspirant activity | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Products without antiperspirant activity | \n
| \n | 6. Shaving and pre- / after- shaving products | \n1. Shaving products | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Pre- / after-shaving products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other shaving and pre- / after- shaving products | \n
| \n | 7. Make-up products | \n1. Foundation 2 | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Concealer | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other face make-up products | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Mascara | \n
| \n | \n | 5. Eye shadow | \n
| \n | \n | 6. Eye pencil | \n
| \n | \n | 7. Eye liner | \n
| \n | \n | 8. Other eye make-up products | \n
| \n | \n | 9. Lip stick | \n
| \n | \n | 10. Lipstick sealer | \n
| \n | \n | 11. Other lip make-up products | \n
| \n | \n | 12. Body or face paint , including “carneval make-up” | \n
| \n | \n | 13. Other make-up products | \n
| \n | 8. Perfumes | \n1. Hydroalcoholic perfumes | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Non hydroalcoholic perfumes | \n
| \n | 9. Sun and self-tanning products | \n1. Before and ater sun products Sun protection products | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Self-tanning products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other sun and self-tanning products | \n
| \n | 10. Other skin products | \n1. Other skin products | \n
| 2. Hair and scalp products | \n11. Hair and scalp care and cleansing products | \n1. Hair conditioner | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Scalp and hair roots care products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Anti-hair loss products | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Other hair and scalp care and cleansing products | \n
| \n | \n | 5. Antidandruff products | \n
| \n | 12. Hair colouring products | \n1. Oxidative hair colour products | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Non-oxidative hair colour products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Hair bleaching and dye remover products | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Other hair colouring products | \n
| \n | 13. Hair styling products | \n1. Products for temporary hair | \n
| \n | \n | 2. styling Permanent wave products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Hair relaxer / straightener products | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Other hair styling products | \n
| \n | 14. Other hair and scalp products | \n1. Hair sun protection products 2. Other hair and scalp products | \n
| 3. Nail and cuticle products | \n15. Nail varnish and remover products | \n1. Nail varnish / Nail make-up | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Nail varnish remover | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Nail varnish thinner | \n
| \n | \n | 4. Nail bleach | \n
| \n | \n | 5. Other nail varnish and remover products | \n
| \n | 16. Nail care / nail hardener products | \n1. Nail care products | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Nail hardener | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other nail care / nail hardener products | \n
| \n | 17. Nail glue remover products | \n1. Nail glue remover | \n
| \n | 18. Other nail and cuticle products | \n1. Cuticle remover / softener | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Nail sculpting products | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other nail and cuticle products | \n
| 4. Oral hygiene products | \n19. Tooth care products | \n1. Toothpaste | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Tooth cleansing powder / salt | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other tooth care products | \n
| \n | 20. Mouth wash / breath spray | \n1. Mouth wash | \n
| \n | \n | 2. Breath spray | \n
| \n | \n | 3. Other mouth wash / breath spray products | \n
| \n | 21. Tooth whiteners | \n1. Tooth whiteners | \n
| \n | 22. Other oral hygiene products | \n1 Other oral hygiene products | \n
According to new regulations, the government fee is 2000 USD per category and 50 USD per variant. If you want to import cosmetic products in India but cannot make through all the regulations, then you are at the right place. Login into our user-friendly and informative Cosmoally App for more details about the import and regulations of cosmetics in India. If you have more than five cosmetic products, you can contact our regulatory team at CliniExperts.
\nN.B. This is subject to change, as per the regulations and ingredients
\nReferences
\nIndia has a booming market for cosmetic and personal care products. To discern the safety of these products, the Central Drug Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) has mandated that the importers need to obtain Form 43 for import of cosmetics in India. In the Guidelines on Registration of Import of Cosmetics, cosmetics are categorized as per […]
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\nCosmetic products manufacturers have to abide by the following label elements on all the packaged items to market them in India:
\nOuter Label
\nInner Label
\nSome of the misleading cosmetic claims that are prevailing in India.
\nHypoallergenic
\nCosmetic Companies make claims like decreases penetration of allergen or hypoallergenic. Consumers believe that these products will not cause any allergies. In 1978, the FDA looked at this issue and concluded that the term hypoallergenic has no real meaning, and anyone can make this claim.
\nNatural, Organic
\nOrganic and natural cosmetics make all sorts of claims. According to the FDA, a product only needs to be 20% natural ingredients to use the term on their label. That means 80% (the majority) is not.
\nNon-comedogenic
\nThere are no regulatory standards for these terms like anti-acne. Even the thickest, greasiest moisturizer claims won’t clog pores. It is better to talk to a dermatologist before using any anti-acne products available online or in the market.
\nReduce wrinkles
\nSome cosmetic products like anti-aging products are marketed with claims that they will make people look younger. No cosmetic skin cream in the market is going to get rid of wrinkles. They can make wrinkles look less obvious. Consumers think wrinkles are going to vanish when they read or see an advertisement of a claim like anti-wrinkle in the product. These claims are fallacious.
\nThe content of labels and permissible label claims is often a gray area for most manufacturers and importers. If you have any queries regarding the import of cosmetics and label claims, you can download Cosmoally for entry to the Indian cosmetic market and fast cosmetic product registration.
\nN.B. This is subject to change, as per the regulations and ingredients
\nReferences:
\nThe Indian Cosmetic Industry includes skincare, hair care, fragrances, and oral care segments and stands at US $950 million. Owing to the growing disposable income of the middle-class population and changing lifestyle, the industry is growing at 20 percent per annum as per the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII). There is a recent uptick in […]
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\nCosmoally is the first-ever app that guides you on how to enter the Indian cosmetic market. From explaining the end-to-end registration process to knowing all about product categorization and compliance, this app is a complete digital guide to the Indian cosmetic industry. What’s more, it also provides direct regulatory assistance to launch your cosmetic products in India.
\nThe cosmetic licensing process requires a thorough review of all the ingredients and labelling for a successful registration. The app gives you an opportunity to check the compliance of your labels and know the right product category. Here’s how you can do it:
\nYou can also check out the tutorial section in the app to understand all about the cosmetic registration process. Have more queries? Go to the knowledge box section and get the answers to all your questions!
\nIf you have any further questions, we also offer a service section which lists out all the services that we offer to make your cosmetic licensing process as smooth as possible.
\nIn a nutshell, here are a few sections in the app that will optimize your registration process:
\nAll said and done, now that we know that Cosmoally is the answer to all your problems, let’s see what all it offers:
\nIn today’s world of booming cosmetic industry, Cosmoally is all you need to establish a successful business in the Indian cosmetic markets. It is the fastest possible way to learn all about the regulation process. You can make the most of this platform by also opting for the direct assistance option.
\nWith this app, you can know all about the cosmetic registration process in India without any hassle. From documentation and categorization to compliance and estimated government fees, you name it and you can find it in the app in a blink of an eye!
\nAfter understanding everything about the regulations, you can get in touch with CliniExperts, who will assist you in completing your registration process with as much ease as possible.
\nNow you know why Cosmoally should be your go-to app in this era of skyrocketing growth in the cosmetic industry. Providing a whole new level of convenience and success in launching your cosmetic products in India, Cosmoally is truly your gateway to the Indian cosmetic industry!
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\nCosmoally simplifies the complex registration process for the following users:
\nIf you are looking for a platform to guide you to the Indian cosmetic industry, your search ends here. Learn about the benefits that Cosmoally offers to its users:
\nWith the growing influence of western culture in India, the cosmetic industry has experienced a boom with a promise for many new enterprises. If you want to launch your product successfully in the Indian cosmetic market, Cosmoally is your A-Z solution for all the regulatory requirements.
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