The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) issued a warning about two Pakistani cosmetic creams. The products include Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream.
According to CDSCO, using these creams can be unsafe for consumers. The alert raised concerns after authorities found these products available through online marketplaces.
Moreover, the issue has created questions about monitoring systems. These creams reached customers despite strict regulations against unauthorised cosmetic products.
Illegal Entry Into Indian Markets Raises Concerns
CDSCO released a public notice on September 8 regarding these products. The notice stated that authorities issued no registration certificate for their import or sale.
Therefore, officials classified their presence in India as illegal. Government testing also found heavy metals beyond permitted limits in these creams.
Furthermore, these harmful substances can damage skin and internal body systems. Continuous usage may cause toxic effects.
Goree Cosmetics from Lahore manufactures Goree Beauty Cream. Meanwhile, SJ Enterprises from Lahore produces Chandni Whitening Cream.
Additionally, Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) Rajeev Raghuvanshi issued a circular in July 2026. The circular directed states and port authorities to increase monitoring.
The instructions asked authorities to stop products without valid registration.
Online Platforms Face Questions Over Listings
Despite government rules, these creams remained available on major online platforms. Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, and Tata 1mg listed these products earlier.
Some listings reportedly showed them as “Made in India” products. In several cases, seller, manufacturer, or packaging details were missing.
Meanwhile, TradeIndia and ShopClues also displayed these creams. Some sellers reportedly changed names on JioMart listings.
Amazon stated that it operates as an online marketplace. The company said third-party sellers must follow Indian laws.
An Amazon official explained that the seller used the name Neha Organic. The seller described Goree Beauty Cream as an Indian product.
After false information emerged, Amazon removed the listing. Similarly, Flipkart and Meesho removed the products after identifying compliance issues.
How Illegal Cosmetics Reach India
After Operation Sindoor, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade stopped imports from Pakistan. However, questions remain about how these products entered India.
TeamLease RegTech CEO Rishi Agrawal said some Pakistani companies misuse distribution networks. They send products through countries like UAE and Nepal.
Furthermore, a retired drug inspector explained packaging loopholes. Some products receive minor changes in UAE packaging to hide their origin.
Government Advises Consumers To Stay Alert
CDSCO advised consumers to avoid purchasing these creams. People who already bought them should stop using them immediately.
Additionally, regulatory agencies received instructions to monitor unauthorised cosmetic sales. Consumers can report label violations to state drug controllers or DCGI.
Experts suggested creating lists of distributors and retailers under regulatory areas. This step could help authorities monitor such products better.
