Are you planning to import or sell items such as wax strips or tweezers in India? If so, knowing how the CDSCO registration works is a must. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation, India’s top regulator, oversees the safety and quality of both cosmetic and medical goods.
This article guides you through the complete process of CDSCO registration for physical epilation products. It will also include the list of documents required and the benefits of registering under an authorized body.
What Are Physical Epilation Products?
Physical epilation products remove body hair without chemicals or electric power. The main examples are
- Wax strips that pull hair out from the root with an adhesive.
- Tweezers that pluck single hairs by hand.
Is CDSCO Registration For Physical Epilation Products Mandatory?
Wax strips are generally classified as cosmetics, under the cosmetic rules of 2020, and regulated by CDSCO. They must conform to the safety and labeling requirements for cosmetics under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. The same principle applies to tweezers: If they are used for personal grooming, there is no CDSCO registration. However, if the tweezers are advertised or intended for medical or surgical purposes, then registration with the CDSCO could be required.
CDSCO Classification Of Physical Epilation Products
When using non-drug physical epilation aids such as wax strips, razors, tweezers, epilators, and threading tools for grooming or beautification purposes, all of these materials would normally be classified accordingly as cosmetics or personal care products.
- CDSCO Classification: Not a medical device (unless marketed for medical/surgical reasons).
- CDSCO Registration: Not required for regular cosmetic personal use.
Step-By-Step Process To Register Wax Strips Under Cdsco
For a cosmetic product like wax strips, you must follow six steps to obtain CDSCO registration for physical epilation products :
- Product classification: Check that the product is a cosmetic and not a medical device. Wax strips are a cosmetic.
- Indian Authorized Agent (IAA): Exporting manufacturers must declare that an IAA is needed. The IAA will be the person who submits and corresponds with regulators and compliance.
- Supporting documents:Â Confirm that you have the test reports and samples of each labelled product, the manufacturing licence, and any additional documents needed for a wax-strip application before you submit.
- COS-1 submission online:  When you receive all supporting documentation from your supplier, register on the CDSCO SUGAM portal, and complete Form COS-1. Complete Form COS-1 on the portal, upload the legal documents and test reports, and pay online. This is when the cosmetics process officially starts.Â
- Application outcomes and responses: After applying, CDSCO may want to ask you some questions or ask for more information. If you respond quickly to all requests for more information from the Regulator, the application process will more likely go smoothly without long unnecessary delays.Â
- You will eventually receive the Registration Certificate COS-2:Â If the application is documented correctly, and the CVS
Documents Required For CDSCO Cosmetic Registration Of Physical Epilation Products
To register wax strips with CDSCO, the following documents are required:
- For Domestic Manufacturers:
- Manufacturing License;
- Product Details and Ingredient List;
- Label and Packaging Copy;
- Test Reports (Stability, Microbial, etc.);
- *Authorization Letter. *
- For Importers (Foreign Manufacturer):
- Free Sale Certificate;
- Power of Attorney (Notarized & Apostilled);
- Certificate of Analysis (COA);
- *Manufacturing License; *
- *List of Ingredients with Functions; *
- Label Copy as per Indian Cosmetic Labeling Rules.
Timeline and Fees
Timeline & fees for CDSCO registration for physical epilation products are as follows:
| Product Type | Timeline | Registration Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Devices (Import) | 4–6 months | $1,000–$3,000 per device$1,500–$3,000 for site |
| Medical Devices (Domestic) | 2–3 months | ₹1,000–₹50,000 (based on device class) |
| Cosmetic Products (Import) | 2–3 months | $250 per category$50 for each additional product |
| Drugs (New or Imported) | 4–6 months or more | ₹50,000–₹2,00,000 for new drugs$1,500+ for imports |
Benefits Of Registering Your Products With CDSCO
There are several key benefits that CDSCO registration of physical epilation products can provide:
- Legality: Registration is the first rung towards getting your product legally in the market in India.
- Geographical breadth: A cleared application can launch and distribute a product nearly everywhere in the nation.
- Consumer Assurance: An endorsed dossier provides peace of mind to buyers that the product meets national standards of safety.
- Competitive advantage: Approved products commonly receive a level of credibility that lightly regulated competitors do not.
- Tender Pass: Hospitals, schools, and state agencies often will only accept a registered product.
- Cross-Border Transport: Officers require proof of registration paperwork before your product enters or exits India.
- Brand Protection: An approved dossier with unique identifications can help protect product integrity from imitation and unfair competition.
- Future Applications/Publications: Changing formulation or labels in the product will carry less friction in the future once the initial application has been filed.
FAQs
What Is The Validity Of Cosmetic Registration?
The Form COS-2 certificate lasts for five years from the issuance date.
Can I Sell Imported Wax Strips Without CDSCO Registration?
No, every imported cosmetic product, including wax strips, must gain CDSCO approval before any sale in India.
How Long Does The Cdsco Process Take?
Assuming complete documents and no major questions, the review usually takes between sixty and ninety days.
