Manufacturing support for beauty and personal care businesses
Licensing route depends on your proposed products, premises and manufacturing setup.
DRUG LICENSE SERVICES
Start Your Cosmetic Manufacturing Business with the Right License
Cosmetic Manufacturing License
Get professional assistance with cosmetic manufacturing licensing, documentation, technical requirements, application filing and regulatory compliance.
Starting at
₹9,000*
+ Government Fees
*Professional fee. Government fees, statutory charges and other
applicable expenses are additional.
LEGAL MANUFACTURING
Regulatory Compliance
Wide Product Range
Build Your Brand
Expert Support
Cosmetic
formulation
formulation
Expert Guidance
Complete Documentation Support
Department Coordination
Practical Business Approach
UNDERSTANDING COSMETIC LICENSING
What is a Cosmetic Manufacturing License?
A Cosmetic Manufacturing License allows an eligible business to manufacture cosmetic products for sale or distribution in India under the Cosmetics Rules, 2020 and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
COMPLYO helps with documentation, technical requirements, licensing and regulatory coordination for cosmetic manufacturing businesses.
CHECK YOUR BUSINESS NEED
Who Needs a Cosmetic Manufacturing License?
Cosmetic manufacturers and beauty product businesses
Skincare, haircare, makeup and personal care manufacturers
Soap, perfume and fragrance product manufacturers
Businesses planning to manufacture cosmetics for own brand
Contract manufacturers and third-party manufacturers
Startups and established businesses expanding into cosmetics
PRODUCT CATEGORIES
What You Can Manufacture
Manufacture a wide range of cosmetic products, such as:
SKINCARE PRODUCTS
Creams, lotions, serums, face care
HAIRCARE PRODUCTS
Shampoo, conditioner, hair oil, hair care
MAKEUP PRODUCTS
Lipstick, foundation, eye makeup, etc.
PERSONAL CARE
Soaps, body care, deodorants, etc.
FRAGRANCES
Perfumes and fragrance products
BABY CARE
Baby cosmetic products
MEN'S GROOMING
Men's grooming and personal care
OTHER COSMETICS
As per applicable rules and standards
PREPARE YOUR MANUFACTURING SETUP
Key Requirements for Cosmetic Manufacturing
Suitable premises
Manufacturing premises as applicable.
Facilities & equipment
Manufacturing facilities and suitable equipment.
Competent technical staff
Staff appropriate to the manufacturing activity.
Storage arrangements
Storage for raw materials and finished goods.
Quality testing
Quality testing arrangements for products.
Product information
Product formulation and information.
Labelling & packaging
Proper labelling and packaging details.
Applicable standards
Compliance with applicable cosmetic standards.
TECHNICAL SUPERVISION
QUALIFIED TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT
Technical Staff Requirement
The manufacturing process must be conducted under the direction and personal supervision of at least one qualified whole-time technical person as specified under the applicable rules.
- Diploma in Pharmacy (in specific cases)
- Registration under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 (where applicable)
- Intermediate with Chemistry or equivalent (as per rules)
- Bachelor's degree in Cosmetic Technology (as per rules)
Requirements may vary depending on the nature of the manufacturing activity and applicable regulations.
GET READY TO APPLY
Documents Required
Prepare records relevant to your business, premises and products.
- PAN Card and Aadhaar / Identity Proof
- Business Constitution Documents (Company / LLP / Partnership)
- Business Address Proof
- Premises Proof (Ownership / Rent Agreement + NOC)
- Site / Factory Layout Plan
- Manufacturing Equipment Details
- Product List and Formulations
- Technical Staff Documents
- Labelling and Packaging Details
- Other documents as required by the Licensing Authority
Requirements may depend on the business, premises and products.
A CLEARER APPLICATION JOURNEY
Cosmetic Manufacturing License Process
The process depends on your products, facility and applicable requirements.
- 01
Consultation
Understand your business model, products and manufacturing setup.
- 02
Requirement Assessment
Review applicable regulatory requirements for your products.
- 03
Document Preparation
Collect and prepare all required documents.
- 04
Application Filing
Prepare and file the application with supporting documents.
- 05
Department Review
Application scrutiny and inspection if applicable.
- 06
License Approval
Once requirements are satisfied, the license is issued by the competent authority.
Review and issuance are subject to applicable requirements. No fixed approval time is promised.
LICENSING ROUTES
Manufacturing License Forms
Form COS-8 — Manufacturing License
Form COS-8 is the standard manufacturing licence for businesses manufacturing cosmetic products for sale or distribution at their own licensed manufacturing premises under the applicable cosmetic regulations.
Form COS-9 — Loan License
Form COS-9 is a loan licence route where manufacturing of cosmetic products may be conducted using another licensed manufacturer's facilities, subject to applicable requirements.
Suitable for brands that want to manufacture products without setting up their own manufacturing infrastructure.
PRODUCT QUALITY & SAFETY
Testing & Quality Compliance
- Adequate staff, premises and laboratory/equipment for testing or arrangement with an approved / NABL accredited laboratory
- Testing of raw materials and finished products as applicable
- Compliance with quality and safety standards
- Maintain proper product and batch records
QUALITY REVIEW
PLAN THE MANUFACTURING LOCATION
Premises & Facility Requirements
Manufacturing premises
Premises as per applicable rules.
Space & hygiene
Adequate space, layout and hygiene facilities.
Storage
Proper storage for raw materials and finished goods.
Equipment
Suitable manufacturing equipment.
Utilities
Water, power and other utilities.
Safety & environment
Compliance with environmental, safety and other applicable requirements.
CLEAR PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Labelling & Claims
- Comply with applicable labelling requirements
- Provide accurate product information
- Follow applicable standards for ingredients and safety
- Avoid false or misleading claims
- Comply with packaging and declaration requirements
AVOID COMMON APPLICATION GAPS
Common Problems to Avoid
PRODUCT ROUTE MATTERS
Forward Cosmetics vs AYUSH Cosmetics
Government Cosmetics Rules, 2020
This page's standard cosmetic manufacturing route.
A separate framework may apply
Certain products with Ayurvedic/herbal claims may fall under a separate regulatory framework. Requirements depend on the product, formulation and claims, subject to applicable requirements.
Explore AYUSH Manufacturing License
PRACTICAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR BUSINESS
Why Choose COMPLYO?
End-to-end assistance from documentation to license approval
Guidance on regulatory requirements and compliance
Support for technical and documentation requirements
Department coordination and query handling
Practical and business-oriented approach
Experience across a wide range of business registrations and licenses
ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
READY TO START?
Ready to Start Your Cosmetic Manufacturing Business?
Get professional assistance with documentation, technical requirements, application filing and regulatory coordination.
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