As per Section 3(aaa) of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945, cosmetics are any item designed for application to the human body, including by means of rubbing, pouring, sprinkling, spraying, introducing, or by any other method onto the human body or its parts, with the purpose of cleansing, beautifying, enhancing attractiveness, or modifying appearance.
Regulation ensures the safety and quality of imported cosmetics, safeguarding consumer health and welfare.
Yes. Imported cosmetics are governed by the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and the associated Rules of 1945.
No. The CDSCO does not issue manufacturing licenses for cosmetics within India.
The regulatory oversight is provided by the Drugs Controller General (India) under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
Yes. All imported products that meet the definition of cosmetics under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act are subject to regulation.
Applicants must submit Form 42 with required documents to CDSCO for obtaining a Registration Certificate in Form 43.
The Cosmetics Division of CDSCO Headquarters is responsible for handling registrations related to the importation of cosmetics.
Eligibility includes manufacturers, their authorized agents, subsidiaries, or other designated importers.
These licenses are issued by the respective State Licensing Authorities appointed by individual State Governments.