The Medicinal and Toilet Preparations Act-1955 outlines various offences and corresponding penalties to ensure compliance and maintain public safety.
Offences and Penalties Under the Medicinal and Toilet Preparations Act, 1955
Common Offences
Manufacturing Without License: Producing preparations without the necessary licenses.
Adulteration: Adding prohibited or inferior substances, or diluting products to lower quality.
Misbranding: Providing false or misleading labeling, omitting essential information.
Violation of Manufacturing Standards: Not adhering to prescribed manufacturing and quality control practices.
Unlawful Export: Exporting without the required licenses or violating export regulations.
Non-Compliance with Labeling Requirements: Incorrect or incomplete labeling.
Failure to Maintain Records: Inadequate documentation of manufacturing and distribution processes.
Penalties
Monetary Fines: Fines based on the offence's severity (e.g., Adulteration: ₹50,000 to ₹200,000; Misbranding: ₹20,000 to ₹100,000).
Imprisonment: Terms ranging from one year to several years for severe violations.
Suspension or Revocation of License: Temporary or permanent loss of manufacturing or distribution licenses.
Confiscation of Products: Seizure of adulterated, misbranded, or unlawful products.
Public Notification: Issuance of public alerts regarding unsafe or substandard products.