Starting a cosmetics manufacturing business in Uttar Pradesh requires obtaining a valid Manufacturing Licence under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, regulated by the State Licensing Authority (SLA) of UP. This licence is mandatory for any individual, firm, or company intending to produce, process, or package cosmetic products within the state.
The application process is managed through the UP Drug Licensing Authority and can be initiated via the online portal of the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA), Uttar Pradesh. To apply, the applicant must submit Form COS-1 along with essen