Is CDSCO approval mandatory for cosmetic imports in India?

Yes, CDSCO approval is mandatory for all cosmetic products imported into India. Importers must obtain a cosmetic import license issued in Form COS-2 before customs clearance, in accordance with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and the Cosmetic Rules, 2020.
This approval ensures that imported cosmetics meet Indian safety, labeling, and regulatory requirements before they are sold in the Indian market.

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