Cosmetics Regulatory

What Cosmetics Regulatory does

Cosmetics Regulatory is the consumer-facing brand of ELT Corporate Private Limited, a New Delhi-based regulatory consultancy founded in 2018 by Chartered Accountant and Advocate Rajul Jain. The firm specializes exclusively in cosmetics compliance under Indian law, including the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and the Cosmetics Rules 2020, delivering end-to-end services across CDSCO registration, Form COS-1 import licensing, state-level manufacturing licenses (Form COS-2), labelling consultancy, Legal Metrology packaging compliance, EPR registration for plastic packaging, Ayush licensing for herbal cosmetics, FSSAI licensing for oral cosmetics, BIS registration, ISO 22716 GMP certification, and trademark filing. Named clients span enterprise (Lush, Lenskart) and D2C/beauty startup segments (Bella Vita, Clove, Gleuhr, Jeevan, Lourich, Redcliff, Sorich) operating in India.

The firm's core technology consists of regulatory workflow expertise (SUGAM portal filing, documentation preparation, follow-up with CDSCO and state drug authorities), supplemented by light client-facing tooling branded as Compliance Visualizer, Regulatory Customizer, Market Entry Builder, and Regulatory Updates Popup. The website (cosmeticsregulatory.com) operates as the primary distribution channel, with a Zoho-powered online application form and content marketing assets deployed across LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The firm claims 2,500+ clients, 5,000+ projects completed, and 1,000+ cosmetic products registered with CDSCO, with a stated 99.9% positive output rate.

The business model combines professional services revenue (consultations at $100-$500, dossier preparation at $1,000-$5,000 per product, certification/auditing at $1,000-$4,000) with pass-through handling of prescribed government fees (₹3,000 for new import licenses, ₹1,000 per product addition, ₹2,000 for renewal, ₹500 for amendments and duplicates under Cosmetics Rules 2020). Revenue is project-based and episodic tied to licensing milestones rather than recurring subscriptions, with go-to-market primarily direct via the website targeting importers, manufacturers, brand owners, and beauty startups entering or scaling in the Indian market.

Name

Cosmetics Regulatory

Legal name

ELT Corporate Private Limited

Website

https://cosmeticsregulatory.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cosmetics Regulatory is a New Delhi-based regulatory consultancy specializing in Indian cosmetics compliance, offering CDSCO registration, import and manufacturing licensing, labelling, EPR, and category-specific compliance services to importers, manufacturers, and beauty startups entering the Indian market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regulatory Compliance Services

akta.pro primary industry

Regulatory Intelligence, Labeling & Promotional Compliance (HLAGAKAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Regulatory & Safety Features (Tamper-evident, Child-resistant, Compliance) (IMALAJAO)

Keywords

• Cosmetics regulatory compliance
• CDSCO cosmetic registration
• Cosmetic import licensing
• Manufacturing license consultancy
• Labelling compliance services

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Regulatory Consulting Services: Professional consultancy services for cosmetics regulatory compliance including CDSCO registration, import license applications, manufacturing license support, labeling consultancy, and ongoing compliance management.
2. Government Fee Processing: Assistance with government filing fees for regulatory applications including Form COS-1 (Cosmetic Import License) at ₹3,000 per manufacturer, renewal fees, and amendment fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cosmetics Regulatory provides end-to-end regulatory compliance and licensing consultancy for cosmetics companies operating in or entering the Indian market. Core services include CDSCO cosmetic registration (Form COS-1), import license applications, manufacturing license support, labeling compliance, and post-approval change management under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Cosmetics Rules 2020. Supporting offerings extend to BIS, ISO 22716, Trademark, EPR plastic waste, Ayush, and FSSAI registrations.

Product overview

Cosmetics Regulatory (operated by ELT Corporate Private Limited) is a regulatory consultancy firm that provides end-to-end compliance services for the cosmetics industry in India. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services centered around CDSCO cosmetic registration and import licensing via Form COS-1, supplemented by manufacturing license support, labelling consultancy, and various compliance certifications (ISO, BIS, Trademark). The core offering is the FDA/CDSCO Cosmetic Registration service, which enables foreign cosmetics manufacturers and importers to obtain the mandatory CDSCO approvals required under the Cosmetics Rules, 2020. Supporting services include Legal Metrology/Packaging License, EPR Registration for Plastic Waste, Ayush License for Ayurvedic cosmetics, and FSSAI License for oral cosmetics. The company also provides category-specific registrations for skincare, haircare, makeup, personal care, childcare, and men's products. Services are delivered through regulatory experts who manage documentation, SUGAM portal filings, CDSCO queries, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FDA / CDSCO Cosmetic Registration Assistance with obtaining CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) registration certificates for imported cosmetics, required under the Cosmetics Rules, 2020 before products can be legally marketed in India. Target customers include foreign cosmetics manufacturers and their authorized Indian importers.
• Cosmetic Import License (Form COS-1) End-to-end support for obtaining cosmetic import licenses from CDSCO, including documentation preparation, SUGAM portal filing, and follow-up with regulatory authorities. Targeted at cosmetics importers and foreign manufacturers seeking entry into the Indian market.
• Cosmetic Manufacturing License Assistance with obtaining manufacturing licenses from State Drug Control Authorities, supporting both own-facility and contract manufacturing arrangements under Form COS-2/Form 31/Form 32. For Indian cosmetics manufacturers, contract manufacturers, and brand owners.
• Cosmetics Labelling Consultancy Review and guidance on compliant product labelling per Cosmetics Rules 2020, ensuring all mandatory elements including INCI ingredient lists, importer details, batch numbers, and regulatory declarations are properly displayed. For cosmetics brands, importers, and manufacturers.
• Legal Metrology / Packaging License (LMPC) Assistance with obtaining packaging licenses and ensuring compliance with Legal Metrology Act requirements, including LMPC (Legal Metrology Package Commodity) certificate registration. For cosmetics brands selling packaged products in India.
• EPR Registration for Plastic Waste Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility registration services for cosmetics companies to comply with plastic waste packaging regulations under India's EPR framework. For cosmetics manufacturers and importers using plastic packaging.
• Trademark Registration Assistance with trademark registration to protect cosmetic brand names and logos in India. For cosmetics brand owners and startups.
• ISO Certification Support for obtaining ISO certifications including ISO 22716 (Cosmetics GMP) for manufacturing facilities. For cosmetics manufacturers seeking international quality recognition.
• BIS Registration for Cosmetics Assistance with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) registration for cosmetic products where mandatory quality standards apply. For cosmetics manufacturers and importers needing BIS compliance.
• Ayush License Assistance with obtaining Ayush Ministry licenses for cosmetic products with Ayurvedic or herbal formulations. For brands selling herbal, Ayurvedic, or natural cosmetics in India.
• FSSAI License for Oral Cosmetics Food Safety and Standards Authority of India license assistance for oral cosmetics such as toothpastes and mouthwashes that may require dual regulatory compliance. For brands selling oral care cosmetics with food-adjacent ingredients.
• Cosmetics Category-Specific Registrations Specialized registration services for specific cosmetic categories including skincare, haircare, makeup, personal care, childcare products, and men's grooming products. For cosmetic brands with category-specific launch requirements.
• Post-Approval Changes Service Support for managing post-approval regulatory changes including amendments to existing licenses for new products, manufacturer changes, or formulation modifications. For licensed cosmetics importers and manufacturers needing ongoing compliance.
• Container Design Registration Registration services for cosmetic container and packaging designs under relevant regulations. For cosmetics brands requiring product packaging compliance.
• Import of Already Registered Products Facilitation of importing cosmetic products that have already obtained regulatory approvals in India. For cosmetics importers needing port clearance and ongoing import logistics support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% positive output rate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ELT Corporate Private LimitedcoreOthersELT Corporate Private Limited is the parent company operating the Cosmetics Regulatory brand. The company specializes in providing comprehensive support for businesses navigating cosmetics regulatory environments, including document preparation, regulatory filing, follow-up communication with authorities, and overall compliance management.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Intertek: Intertek is a global quality assurance and testing company providing regulatory, certification, and compliance services across multiple industries including cosmetics. Comparable as a broader incumbent offering cosmetics testing, certification, and regulatory support as part of a wider service portfolio.

Direct peers

• Registrar Corp: Registrar Corp provides regulatory compliance assistance for cosmetics, drugs, medical devices, and food companies entering the US and other regulated markets. Comparable as a regulatory compliance firm specializing in helping consumer brands navigate product registration and ongoing compliance.
• Sis Regulatory: Sis Regulatory provides regulatory affairs and compliance services specifically focused on the cosmetics and personal care industry across Europe and global markets. Comparable as a specialist cosmetics regulatory consultancy with similar service offerings in labeling, registration, and ongoing compliance.
• Freyr Solutions: Freyr Solutions is a global regulatory services and solutions company offering regulatory affairs, compliance, and technology services across life sciences, consumer goods, and chemicals including cosmetics. Directly comparable as a regulatory consultancy serving cosmetics companies entering regulated markets.
• REACH24H: REACH24H is an Asia-based regulatory consultancy providing chemical, cosmetic, food, and product compliance services globally. Comparable as a regulatory specialist firm helping consumer goods companies navigate complex compliance frameworks including India-relevant cosmetics regulations.
• CIRS Group: CIRS Group is a regulatory consultancy based in China providing product compliance services for chemicals, cosmetics, food, and consumer goods across global markets. Comparable as an Asia-based regulatory services firm with multi-jurisdiction expertise in cosmetics and consumer goods compliance.
• Cosmethics India: Cosmethics is an India-based regulatory and compliance services firm specializing in cosmetics registration, import licensing, and CDSCO approvals. Directly comparable as a domestic Indian competitor in the same niche of cosmetics regulatory services.

Emerging players

• CliniExperts: CliniExperts is an India-based regulatory affairs and clinical research services firm supporting pharmaceutical and consumer health companies. Comparable as an emerging Indian regulatory services player with overlapping expertise in compliance management for regulated consumer products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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