Cosmetics Labeling Compliance

Cosmetics Labeling Compliance

Since 2001, the Government of India has made it mandatory for packaged goods and cosmetics imported into the country to be correctly labeled as per regulations. Non-compliant labeling can result in product rejection at customs, market withdrawals, and regulatory penalties.

We verify that your cosmetic product labels meet all mandatory requirements including ingredients list, manufacturing date, expiry, net quantity, country of origin, and regulatory declarations — ensuring smooth market entry and ongoing compliance.

Mandatory Label Elements Verified

• Complete list of ingredients (INCI nomenclature)
• Name and address of manufacturer and importer
• Country of origin
• Manufacturing date and batch number
• Best before / expiry date
• Net quantity (weight or volume)
• Directions for use and precautions
• License number (as applicable)
• MRP and import-related declarations
• Cruelty-free and other regulatory claims verification

Scope of Our Service

• Pre-import label review and gap analysis
• Post-production label compliance audit
• Claims substantiation review
• Translation and language compliance checks
• Advisory for label rectification

Applicable Regulations

Label compliance assessment is conducted per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940, Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules 2011, BIS standards, and CDSCO guidelines for cosmetics import registration.