Cosmetic Manufacturing License

Indian herbal companies have a lot of potential in the cosmetics and body-care industry, India's fastest-growing consumer product sector. This sector has seen steady growth, with more shelf space available in departmental stores and online. There are also boutiques that stock cosmetics from all over the globe. The 1940 Drugs & Cosmetics Act regulates the Indian cosmetic license registration. It defines a cosmetic as an article intended to be poured, sprinkled, sprayed, or otherwise applied to any human body or part thereof to change appearance, wash or promote beauty.

India's cosmetics market is expanding at an alarming rate. Many factors have contributed to India's rapid growth of the cosmetics market. These factors include high purchasing power due to high incomes, Western influence, and the desire to be more attractive and better-looking. Cosmetics are also a market that must be strictly controlled.

What are the Documents required for the Cosmetic Registration?

Cosmetic manufacturing license requirements include the following:

  1. Cover letter by the applicant
  2. Copy of Power of Attorney.
  3. Properly filled and marked Form 32 for manufacturers
  4. Charges as appropriate
  5. Treasury challan
  6. A copy of the original label
  7. Self-assertion expressing that there are no progressions in prior imparted data regarding items.
  8. Substantial NOC from Pollution Control Board
  9. Plan design of the premises.
  10. Product specification and testing protocols
  11. Lease Agreement in the event that the premises are up for lease.
  12. Non-Animal Testing Declaration
  13. Rundown of research center gear
  14. Affidavit statement of the applicant
  15. Rundown of machines introduced for assembling.
  16. Other documents (If any).

How to apply for cosmetic manufacturing license in India?

Each state's drug control department has a system for inspecting and licensing cosmetics manufacturers according to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rules. It varies from state to state. Each state's website has the required information to apply for a license. The specific procedures differ from one state to the next.

  1. Submit Form 31 along with Rs. 2500 as a license fee. 2500, and an inspection fee of Rs. 1000.
  2. This Form 32 license is for manufacturing cosmetics for sale and distribution. The Form 31 application must be filed.
  3. The Form 32-A license is for a loan license to manufacture cosmetics for distribution. The application is made in form 31-A.
  4. To grant or renew approval for testing cosmetic or raw materials used in their manufacture, the license on Form 37 can be used. The manufacturer must ensure that production takes place with competent technical staff. At least one member of staff should have the following education requirements:
  5. A Diploma in Pharmacy is a diploma that the Pharmacy Council has approved of India under 1948's Pharmacy Act.
  6. Passed the intermediate examination in Chemistry or another subject recognized by the Licensing Authority.
  7. Before granting or refusing a license, the Licensing Authority must inspect all premises used for cosmetic production.

Our Assistance

Planning and reviewing the ingredients and labeling for cosmetic registration in India are necessary. Any company that intends to market and import cosmetic products must complete this tedious process. The cosmetic application must identify the products within each category. We have years of experience in helping with product registrations and certifications. This means we can be your regulatory partner throughout the process.

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