Regulatory Services for Cosmetic Products in India

The cosmetics sector in India is driven by increasing demand for personal care products, cross-border beauty trends, and evolving consumer preferences. However, bringing a doing a cosmetic product registration in the Indian market, whether manufactured locally or imported, requires thorough knowledge of the Cosmetic Rules, 2020 under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.

At DDReg, we provide specialized Cosmetics Regulatory Services for Manufacturers and importers, covering every requirement from CDSCO cosmetic registration and labeling review to Cosmetics Import Registration in India and post-approval lifecycle support.

India’s cosmetic regulations are enforced by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), with clearly defined rules for the import, manufacture, labeling, and sale of cosmetic products.

Whether you're a global beauty brand entering India or an Indian manufacturer expanding your portfolio, compliance is non-negotiable. Each cosmetic product must:

• Be registered under CDSCO before being imported
• Follow BIS standards (where applicable) and avoid restricted/prohibited ingredients
• Adhere to labeling regulations including manufacturer/importer name, expiry, MRP, and batch details
• Maintain documentation for inspection and renewal as per Cosmetic Rules, 2020

As your trusted regulatory partner, we offer tailored services for both Indian manufacturers and global cosmetic brands, ensuring compliance from product registration to ongoing lifecycle management.

• + Cosmetic Product Registration in India
  • Dossier preparation for Form COS-1 (import registration application)
  • Technical data review (ingredient safety, formulation, usage category)
  • Coordination with CDSCO for query response and clarification
  • Registration Certificate (Form COS-2) issuance follow-up
  • Support for line extensions and product variants
• + Cosmetics Import Registration in India
  • Classification of product as a cosmetic under Indian law
  • Review of international documents: Free Sale Certificate (FSC), GMP , label copy
  • Legalization and authentication of supporting documents
  • Coordination for customs clearance and detentions, if any
  • Full assistance in acquiring a Cosmetic Import License in India
• + CDSCO Cosmetics Manufacturers Services
  • Regulatory advisory for manufacturing license for cosmetics in India
  • Form COS-5 application support for new manufacturers
  • Site compliance as per CDSCO and State FDA expectations
  • Guidance for obtaining Form COS-8 license for testing and analysis labs
  • SOP preparation and GMP documentation advisory
• + Labeling, Claims & Ingredient Review
  • Evaluation of artwork and label elements in line with CDSCO rules
  • Claims substantiation (e.g., “organic,” “paraben-free,” “clinically tested”)
  • BIS standard cross-checks and ingredient safety evaluations
  • Mandatory declarations as per Indian labeling norms
• + Post-Registration & Lifecycle Management
  • Certificate renewals and product line updates
  • Management of packaging/labeling revisions
  • Notifications for changes in formulation, shelf life, or ownership
  • Monitoring of regulatory developments and BIS updates

DDReg supports numerous global brands with Cosmetics Import Registration in India through end-to-end project execution. Our Bi-lateral Support Model ensures:

• Local representation as Authorized Indian Agent
• Dedicated submission team for CDSCO’s SUGAM portal
• Indian market readiness review: ingredients, packaging, and label compliance
• Assistance with customs coordination and supply chain partners

Key Registration Routes under CDSCO

Our services extend across the entire cosmetic portfolio:

How We Work: Cosmetic Product Registration Process Flow