Classes of Drugs and Cosmetics Prohibited from Import

Discover the prohibited classes of drugs and cosmetics as defined by law, and understand why certain substances are banned in India.

• Under Sections 10 and 10A of the Act, certain categories of drugs and cosmetics are strictly prohibited from being imported:
• Certain classes of drugs and cosmetics are prohibited from being imported into India due to safety concerns, potential for misuse, or other regulatory reasons.
• These include:
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1. Drugs Containing Narcotic or Psychotropic Substances:

   • Import of narcotics and psychotropic substances is highly restricted and typically requires special permissions under international conventions and national laws.

2. Drugs Without Approval:

   • Any drug not approved by the Central Licensing Authority or without requisite clinical trial data is prohibited from import.

3. Adulterated or Misbranded Drugs:

   • Drugs that are adulterated or misbranded as per the Act’s definitions are barred from import.

4. Counterfeit Drugs:

   • Any drug that infringes on patents or trademarks, or is a counterfeit version of a legitimate drug, is prohibited.

5. Drugs with Harmful Ingredients:

   • Drugs containing ingredients that are banned or restricted in India, such as certain preservatives or colorants, cannot be imported.

6. Expired Drugs:

   • Any drug that has passed its expiry date as indicated on the packaging is prohibited from import.

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