CDSCO Warns Against 'Made in Pakistan' Goree and Chandni Whitening Creams; Here's Why
The CDSCO warned against unauthorised Pakistani skin whitening creams like Goree and Chandni, citing excessive heavy metals and severe health risks, and urged authorities to halt their sale. Authorities have strongly advised consumers to refrain from purchasing or using Goree Beauty Cream, Chandni Whitening Cream, or any similarly named unauthorised formulations.
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a strict public health warning against unauthorised skin whitening creams manufactured in Pakistan, citing severe health risks to consumers due to elevated levels of heavy metals. Following rigorous testing and laboratory analysis, the drug regulator identified popular products such as "Goree Beauty Cream" and "Chandni Whitening Cream" as entirely unauthorised for sale or distribution within the country.
Findings and Health Hazards
According to the regulatory notice, these imported cosmetic formulations lack the mandatory registration certificate required for import by the competent authority in India. Laboratory evaluations revealed that the creams contain excessive levels of heavy metals far beyond specified safety limits, posing potential toxic effects and long-term health hazards to users. Pakistan Raises Bounty on JeM Chief Masood Azhar to INR 70 Lakh Ahead of FATF Plenary Meet.
The regulator emphasised that consumer safety remains paramount. "Cosmetic products used by consumers must be safe for the public. Their manufacturing and import are regulated under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and the Cosmetics Rules, 2020. Standards for cosmetic products are published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)," the press release by CDSCO stated.
Regulatory Standards and Directives
Under Indian regulations, domestic cosmetic production requires a formal license from the State Licensing Authority. Meanwhile, imported products must secure registration with the Central Licensing Authority before entering the market. The CDSCO has issued strict instructions to commercial establishments and individuals, prohibiting the sale, distribution, or advertisement of the flagged creams. Regulatory enforcement units across jurisdictions have been directed to ensure these products are immediately removed from circulation.
Advisory for Consumers
Authorities have strongly advised consumers to refrain from purchasing or using Goree Beauty Cream, Chandni Whitening Cream, or any similarly named unauthorised formulations. Shoppers are urged to verify that cosmetics carry proper labelling details, including manufacturing license numbers, producer information, batch numbers, production and expiry dates, and registration numbers for imported items. Any labelling discrepancies or illegal sales should be reported directly to the State Drugs Controller for domestic products or the Drugs Controller General (India) for imported items.
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