NABL Test Report for Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
NABL Test Report for Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
NABL lab test report for Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo: lead and arsenic not detected, pathogens absent, pH 6.30 within the 4.0-9.0 specification, foam height 152 mm against a 150 mm minimum. Batch CC6B006.
Safety Summary: Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Is Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre, a laboratory accredited by NABL (Accreditation No. TC-15193). The tested sample, from batch CC6B006, met every limit the laboratory checked.
Free from lead and arsenic. The report found no detectable lead or arsenic - each below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg. Cadmium, mercury and antimony were not part of this test panel.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were all reported Absent. Total microbial count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit NMT 1000); total yeast & mould count Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit NMT 100).
Meets the Indian Standard for shampoos. pH 6.30 against the IS:7884:2023 range of 4.0-9.0, foam height 152 mm for a 2% solution against a 150 mm minimum, and active surfactant content 5.31% against a minimum of 5 - achieved without SLS or SLES.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. What this report establishes is that the tested sample is free from any detectable lead or arsenic and from the listed pathogens, and that it meets the Indian Standard for shampoos on pH, foam and active content.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch CC6B006 and the parameters listed on this page. Skin tolerance is assessed separately, in the dermatological patch test certificate. NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
Key Findings at a Glance
Results of Analysis
Result is the measured outcome for this batch. Requirement / Limit is the specification where the standard or the customer specification defines one; a dash means none is defined. Detection Limit is the lowest level the method can report. Test Method is the standard the laboratory followed.
| Parameter | Result | Requirement / Limit | Detection Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Organoleptic | ||||
| Appearance | White viscous liquid | - | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Colour | White | - | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Odour | Characteristic | - | - | STRC/STP/P044 |
| Chemical Parameters | ||||
| pH at 27°C | 6.30 | 4.0 - 9.0 | - | IS:7884:2023 |
| Foam height for 2% solution, mm | 152 | min 150.0 | - | IS:7884:2023 |
| Active surfactant content, % by mass | 5.31 | Min 5 | - | IS:7884:2023 |
| Viscosity (26.2°C, spindle L3, 7.1 RPM, torque 76.8%), cps | 14290 | - | - | Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 |
| Specific gravity | 1.026 | - | - | STRC/STP/P060 |
| Heavy Metals | ||||
| Lead (as Pb), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Arsenic (as As), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Microbial Counts | ||||
| Total microbial count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 1000 | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Total yeast & mould count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 100 | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pathogens | ||||
| Escherichia coli, per gm | Absent | - | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa, per gm | Absent | - | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Staphylococcus aureus, per gm | Absent | - | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Candida albicans, per gm | Absent | - | - | IS:14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo was recorded as a white viscous liquid, white in colour and with a characteristic odour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo recorded pH 6.30 against the IS:7884:2023 range of 4.0-9.0, a foam height of 152 mm for a 2% solution against a minimum of 150 mm, and active surfactant content 5.31% by mass against a minimum of 5. Viscosity 14290 cps and specific gravity 1.026 are reported as measured.
IS:7884:2023 is the current Bureau of Indian Standards specification for shampoos. Clearing the 150 mm foam minimum and the 5% active minimum without SLS or SLES matters because sulfate-free shampoos are widely assumed to under-foam.
Heavy Metals
In this report, Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo showed no detectable lead or arsenic - each below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing. This panel covered lead and arsenic only.
Microbial Counts
Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo recorded total microbial count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 1000 cfu/gm and total yeast & mould count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 100 cfu/gm.
These tests count viable microorganisms against the limits set by the standard.
Pathogens
In the tested sample of Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were reported Absent - not detected in the tested quantity.
Pathogen tests cover only the organisms listed, not all microorganisms.
Test Overview
| Report Title | Chemical and Microbiological Analysis - Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, pH, foam height, active surfactant content, viscosity, specific gravity, lead, arsenic, microbial counts and pathogens |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | IS:7884:2023; IS:14648:2011; Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022; STRC/STP protocols |
| Sample Tested | CC6B006 (250 ml x 1) |
| Sample Category | Cosmetics (Shampoo) |
About Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Up to 100% Dandruff Reduction in 1 Wash* | Itch-Free Scalp | Lemon & Ginger with Zinc Pyrithione | Sulphate-free. Brand claims from the product page; anti-dandruff efficacy is substantiated by a separate CTRI-registered study (CTRI/2025/08/092241), not by this report.
Claims and Their Evidence
Lab-sourced rows are measured results. Product-page rows are the brand's own claims. The laboratory report is not evidence for cosmetic-benefit claims.
| Statement | Evidence / basis | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No detectable lead or arsenic | Lead and Arsenic reported Not Detected at a detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg. | Lab report 13048638/Z |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; four specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13048638/Z |
| Meets IS:7884:2023 shampoo specification | pH 6.30 (4.0-9.0); foam height 152 mm (min 150); active surfactant 5.31% (min 5). | Lab report 13048638/N |
| Sulphate-free | Brand claim; consistent with the foam and active-content results but not directly tested in this report. | Product page |
| Up to 100% dandruff reduction in 1 wash | Substantiated by a separate CTRI-registered efficacy study (CTRI/2025/08/092241) at CCFT Laboratories. Not part of this report. | Clinical study page |
Report Details
| Testing Laboratory | Sigma Test & Research Centre (NABL-accredited, Accreditation No. TC-15193) |
| ULR Number | TC1519326000003129F |
| Report No. | 13048638/N (chemical) and 13048638/Z (microbiological & physico-chemical) |
| Job Code | STRC/13048638 |
| Report Issue Date | 04/05/2026 |
| Date of Receipt | 21/04/2026 |
| Testing Period | 21/04/2026 to 02/05/2026 |
| Batch Tested | CC6B006 (Mfg. 02/2026; use before 24 months) |
| Sample Quantity | 250 ml x 1 |
| Customer | Honasa Consumer Limited, Gurugram |
| Standards Referenced | IS:7884:2023; IS:14648:2011; Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 |
| Authorised Signatory | Shruti Vij, Technical Manager |
What This Report Shows
What the results demonstrate
- Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
- pH, foam height and active surfactant content met the IS:7884:2023 shampoo specification.
- Lead and arsenic were below the laboratory's detection limit in the tested sample.
- The tested sample met the microbiological count limits of the referenced standard.
- The four specified pathogenic microorganisms were reported Absent.
- Testing was performed by an NABL-accredited laboratory with a traceable ULR.
What the results do not demonstrate
- They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
- They do not cover cadmium, mercury or antimony, which were not in this test panel.
- They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual.
- They do not prove efficacy or any performance claim; those are substantiated separately.
- They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch, not necessarily to other batches.
Key Ingredients in Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Descriptions are the brand's own, from the product page.
| Ingredient | Brand description |
|---|---|
| Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT) | The anti-dandruff active - an established antifungal that acts on Malassezia. |
| Lemon Extract | Astringent and antioxidant; supports cleansing of flakes and excess scalp oil. |
| Ginger Extract | Soothing ingredient for scalp comfort. |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Skin tolerance is a separate question, assessed through dermatological patch testing. The dermatological patch test certificate for this product is published on its own page, so you can review the laboratory analysis here and the patch-test findings there as one trust cluster.
View the Original Lab Report
The complete original report for Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, report number, QR verification code and the authorised signatories' details.
The Tested Product
Lemon Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch CC6B006. See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page. Learn more about Zinc Pyrithione, Lemon and Ginger. You can also explore the full anti-dandruff range, other shampoos, or read the clinical efficacy study.
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. Lead and Arsenic were reported below the detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (TC-15193). Cadmium, mercury and antimony were not part of this panel.
A: For the tested batch, microbial counts were within the limits of IS:14648:2011 and Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were reported Absent. These results indicate the tested sample met the referenced microbiological limits; they do not establish overall product safety.
A: The measured pH is 6.30 at 27°C, within the IS:7884:2023 range of 4.0-9.0 and close to the scalp's own mildly acidic pH.
A: Yes. The laboratory recorded a foam height of 152 mm for a 2% solution against the IS:7884 minimum of 150 mm, with active surfactant content of 5.31% against a minimum of 5 - without SLS or SLES.
A: No. This report covers chemical and microbiological parameters. The up-to-100% dandruff reduction claim rests on a separate CTRI-registered efficacy study by CCFT Laboratories, published on its own clinical study page.
A: No. The report covers chemical and microbiological parameters on a sample from the stated batch. Performance and cosmetic-benefit claims are made by the brand on the product page and are not part of this laboratory report.
A: "Not Detected" means a substance was below the laboratory's stated detection limit using the specified method. "Absent" means a specified microorganism was not detected in the tested quantity using the referenced method.
A: A ULR (Unique Lab Report) number is a one-of-a-kind identifier that NABL-accredited laboratories print on every test report, making it traceable. The ULR for this report is TC1519326000003129F. Each page also carries a QR code for authenticity verification.
A: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (TC-15193) on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
A: The report covers batch CC6B006 (manufactured 02/2026). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 250 ml x 1. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- IS:7884:2023. Specification for shampoo. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:14648:2011. Cosmetics - Microbiology - Enumeration and detection of microorganisms. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022. Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test Certificates 13048638/N, 13048638/Z, ULR TC1519326000003129F. 04/05/2026.
