cosmetics with misleading claims, worth Rs.5L, seized by fda
MUMBAI, June 15 -- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized cosmetic products worth over Rs.5 lakh during raids on two establishments in Kalbadevi and Kandivali, alleging misleading claims, incomplete labelling and unlicensed manufacturing.
During an inspection at Beauty Centre in Crawford Market on Saturday, FDA officials found several cosmetic products carrying claims related to breast enlargement, fat burning and skin improvement. According to the FDA, the products lacked mandatory details such as batch numbers, manufacturing licence numbers and manufacturer information.
The seized stock, valued at Rs.1.2 lakh, included various essential oil blends marketed with therapeutic and cosmetic claims.
FDA officials also raided Radiant Creations in Kandivali (W) on June 13 and found drugs and cosmetics being manufactured without a valid licence. They discovered raw materials, machinery and finished products intended for sale. Equipment worth Rs.3.97 lakh were seized from the premises.
In another operation, the FDA stopped the sale of allegedly misbranded cosmetic products worth Rs.29.45 lakh at a facility in Karad, Satara district.
FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe said, "Protecting consumers' health and ensuring the availability of safe products remain our foremost priorities."...
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