{"id":12170,"date":"2022-10-13T07:31:14","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T07:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/?p=12170"},"modified":"2022-10-13T07:31:15","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T07:31:15","slug":"procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Procedure to Import Cosmetics from China to India \u2013 A Detailed Analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As we\nknow, China is the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> largest cosmetics consumer market in the\nworld after the USA. So, importing cosmetics, beauty products, and personal\ncare from China can be highly profitable for businesses due to its favourable\nquality at affordable prices and safely shipping of cosmetic products. The\nCosmetic market in India is also growing day by day at an exponential rate;\nbecause of this growth, the Ministry of Health &amp; Family Welfare of India\nhas mandated that all products or items imported into India must have a\nmandatory Registration Certificate. Whether you are starting or you have\nalready started a cosmetic importing business in India, you must follow a set\nof fundamental procedures for the import of Cosmetic items in India. In this\nblog, you will understand how to import cosmetics from China to India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3ab348bc0a4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3ab348bc0a4\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Different_Suppliers_of_Cosmetic_Products_in_China\" title=\"Different Suppliers of Cosmetic\nProducts in China\">Different Suppliers of Cosmetic\nProducts in China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Eligibility_to_import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\" title=\"Eligibility to import Cosmetics\nfrom China to India\">Eligibility to import Cosmetics\nfrom China to India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Laboratory_Testing_Requirements_for_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\" title=\"Laboratory Testing Requirements\nfor Import Cosmetics from China to India\">Laboratory Testing Requirements\nfor Import Cosmetics from China to India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Documents_Required_for_Obtaining_Cosmetic_License_to_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\" title=\"Documents Required for Obtaining\nCosmetic License to Import Cosmetics from China to India\">Documents Required for Obtaining\nCosmetic License to Import Cosmetics from China to India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Procedure_for_Obtaining_a_Cosmetic_License_to_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\" title=\"Procedure for Obtaining a Cosmetic\nLicense to Import Cosmetics from China to India\">Procedure for Obtaining a Cosmetic\nLicense to Import Cosmetics from China to India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Regulation_for_Labelling_of_Cosmetics\" title=\"Regulation for Labelling of\nCosmetics\">Regulation for Labelling of\nCosmetics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Penalty_for_No_Complying_with_Drugs_Cosmetics_Act_1945\" title=\"Penalty for No Complying with\nDrugs &amp; Cosmetics Act, 1945\">Penalty for No Complying with\nDrugs &amp; Cosmetics Act, 1945<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/procedure-to-import-cosmetics-from-china-to-india\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Suppliers_of_Cosmetic_Products_in_China\"><\/span>Different Suppliers of Cosmetic\nProducts in China<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nbeauty sector is a huge industry in which the larger manufacturers in China\nprocess various chemical products to produce an end product. Not all suppliers\nin this industry are involved in this. There are enough small-scale workshops\n&amp; manufacturers that focus on the production of beauty products &amp;\nmake-up accessories. Before you import cosmetics from China, it is vital to\ndetermine which product categories exist within this industry. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Skin care products;<\/li><li>Beauty and Toiletry bags;<\/li><li>Beauty &amp; Cosmetic products;<\/li><li>Make-up accessories;<\/li><li>Nail polish;<\/li><li>Hair extensions and wigs.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_to_import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\"><\/span>Eligibility to import Cosmetics\nfrom China to India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nfollowing are eligible to import cosmetics from China to India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>An individual who is authorised by the Company\nto sell its products;<\/li><li>Any subsidiary agent of the Company or any other\nimporter;<\/li><li>The Company that makes the product.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laboratory_Testing_Requirements_for_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\"><\/span>Laboratory Testing Requirements\nfor Import Cosmetics from China to India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nare some common tests to ensure that Cosmetic products are safe for consumer\nuse:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Performance\nTesting<\/strong>: This testing checks the durability and functions of the product.<\/li><li><strong>Safety\nTesting<\/strong>: Safety testing like heavy metals in cosmetics, banned\ncolours &amp; banned chemicals.<\/li><li><strong>Microbiology\nTesting<\/strong>: It allows various methods to identify the presence of\nbacteria &amp; to make sure that it is free of harmful microorganisms&#8217; growth.<\/li><li><strong>Chemical\nStability Testing<\/strong>: This testing is for storage conditions and\nshelf-life estimation of the product.<\/li><li><strong>Toxic\nTesting<\/strong>: This testing is to check the raw material &amp; final\nproducts to identify if any substances of the product or item present a risk\nfor customers, such as eye corrosion, skin irritation, etc.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>There are other tests to ensure product safety to customers. All such test records must be collected carefully because these records will help you during the inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_Obtaining_Cosmetic_License_to_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\"><\/span>Documents Required for Obtaining\nCosmetic License to Import Cosmetics from China to India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nare some vital documents required for Obtaining a Cosmetic License to Import\nCosmetics from China to India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Application Form COS-1 (It&#8217;s an application for\ngrant of Registration Certificate for the Import of Cosmetics into India);<\/li><li>Cover letter by the applicant;<\/li><li>A valid IEC (Import Export Code);<\/li><li>Original copy of Power of Attorney (in case of\nImporter);<\/li><li>FSC (Free Sale Certificate) or Marketing\nAuthorisation Letter;<\/li><li>Provide soft copies of information regarding\nproducts, brands, and manufacturers;<\/li><li>Product specification &amp; testing method of\nthe product;<\/li><li>Original copy of the label;<\/li><li>Details of the Cosmetic items to be imported,\nincluding the chemical &amp; safety data.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_for_Obtaining_a_Cosmetic_License_to_Import_Cosmetics_from_China_to_India\"><\/span>Procedure for Obtaining a Cosmetic\nLicense to Import Cosmetics from China to India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nis the procedure to get a Cosmetic License to Import Cosmetics from China to\nIndia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Filling and Submission of the Application Form<\/strong>: First, the applicant needs to fill out the application form, provide details regarding his or her business and submit the same to the Office of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/cdsco-cosmetic-import-registration\" class=\"text-primary\">DCGI or Drugs Controller General of India<\/a><\/strong> under the Ministry of Health &amp; Family Welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Payment of Fee<\/strong>: After\nsubmitting the application form, the applicant needs to pay the requisite fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Examining Test Reports and\nDocuments<\/strong>: After that, an inspection team will check the test reports\nof the cosmetic products and examine all the vital documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Issuance of Certificate<\/strong>: Once\nthe inspection team is satisfied with the reports and documents, they will\nissue the Registration Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulation_for_Labelling_of_Cosmetics\"><\/span>Regulation for Labelling of\nCosmetics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Following\nare the Regulation for labelling of Cosmetic Products under Rule 21 of the\nDrugs &amp; Cosmetics Act, 1945:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>The ingredients should be clearly shown on the outer label of the products;<\/li><li>A separate batch number preceded by Letter B, along with a manufacturing batch no. preceded by the letter &#8220;M&#8221; must be specified on the label;<\/li><li>Specify the product&#8217;s name along with the manufacturing address on both the inner &amp; outer labels. If the container is small (in size), then the principal place of manufacturing &amp; pin code is enough.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penalty_for_No_Complying_with_Drugs_Cosmetics_Act_1945\"><\/span>Penalty for No Complying with\nDrugs &amp; Cosmetics Act, 1945<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the rules under <strong>the Drugs &amp; Cosmetics Act<\/strong><sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/cdsco.gov.in\/opencms\/opencms\/en\/Acts-Rules\/\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup>, 1945 regarding Cosmetics are not complied with, imprisonment will be up to 1 year, or a penalty up to Rs. 1000 or both can be imposed on 1<sup>st<\/sup> conviction &amp; on subsequent convictions, imprisonment can be extended to 2 years &amp; penalty will be up to Rs. 2000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is necessary to follow all the rules &amp; regulations to Import Cosmetics from China to ensure the safety &amp; quality of Cosmetics that are being imported from China to India and maintain the safety of customers with the cosmetic products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our Article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/blog\/top-differences-between-medical-devices-and-ivds\/\">Top Differences Between Medical Devices and IVDs \u2013 An Overview<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we know, China is the 2nd largest cosmetics consumer market in the world after the USA. So, importing cosmetics, beauty products, and personal care from China can be highly profitable for businesses due to its favourable quality at affordable prices and safely shipping of cosmetic products. 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