Appointing an Indian Authorised Agent for Korean Cosmetic Imports

A Korean cosmetic manufacturer cannot hold an Indian import registration directly. The Cosmetics Rules require a locally established Indian Authorised Agent to register and be accountable for the products. Choosing the right agent is one of your most important India decisions.

Who Can Be an Authorised Agent?

• Your own Indian subsidiary.
• An appointed importer or distributor with a place of business in India.
• A professional agent authorised via Power of Attorney.

Their Responsibilities

• Holding the CDSCO registration on your behalf.
• Ensuring products, labels, and imports stay compliant.
• Being the point of contact and legal responsibility for the regulator.
• Handling queries, renewals, and post-market obligations.

Subsidiary vs Third-Party Agent

If India is a long-term market, setting up your own subsidiary as the agent gives you control and keeps the registration in your name. If you are testing the market, appointing a trusted distributor or professional agent is faster and lighter.

Choosing Wisely

Your agent legally controls your registration — so pick one with a clean compliance record, cosmetic-import experience, and a clear agreement on ownership of the registration if you switch partners later.

Statura acts as your professional Authorised Agent or sets up your own Indian subsidiary to hold CDSCO registrations.