Pakistani beauty cream seized in Maharashtra found with mercury 48,000 times over limit
Authorities in Maharashtra seized beauty creams in Nanded that contained dangerously high levels of mercury. The seized products are valued at 40 lakh rupees. Laboratory tests showed that the mercury levels were 48,000 times over the allowed limit. Officials warned the public against using these toxic creams. A legal case has been filed under drug safety regulations.
Maharashtra authorities have taken action by seizing beauty creams in Nanded that contained alarmingly high levels of mercury, valued at Rs 40 lakh. Laboratory analysis revealed that these creams posed severe health risks due to toxic contents beyond acceptable limits. Officials have issued a public alert against usage, and a legal case under drug safety regulations has been filed.