Importer & Manufacturer | Source: CDSCO
Published On: 14-09-2026
Enforcement Date: 08 September, 2026
CDSCO Issues Public Health Alert Against Unauthorised Cosmetic Products
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a public health alert against unauthorised cosmetic products, namely Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream, identified as products made in Pakistan. CDSCO stated that these products had not been issued registration certificates for import into India and contained excessive heavy metals beyond specified limits, which may pose health risks to consumers.
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a public health alert regarding unauthorised cosmetic products identified through testing and analysis.
Key points include:
- The alert covers Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream, identified as products made in Pakistan.- CDSCO verified that the products were unauthorised and had not been issued registration certificates for import into India.
- The products were found to contain excessive heavy metals beyond specified limits, which may pose health risks, including toxic effects.
- Cosmetic manufacturing and import are regulated under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Cosmetics Rules, 2020.
- Manufacturers require a licence from the State Licensing Authority, while imported cosmetics require registration with the Central Licensing Authority.
- Establishments and individuals have been warned not to sell, distribute or advertise the identified products.
- Regulatory enforcement units have been requested to ensure that such unauthorised cosmetics are not sold.
Applicable For: Importer & Manufacturer
Reference Number: COS-1 1 0 1 2/07 12026-eollice
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