NABL Test Report for Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel
Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml: NABL Lab Test Report
NABL lab test report for Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml: heavy metals not detected. Batch FM/07/WJ1.
Safety Summary: Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml
Is Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre. The tested sample, from batch FM/07/WJ1, met every safety limit the laboratory checked.
Free from lead, cadmium and arsenic. The report found no detectable lead, cadmium or arsenic - each was below the laboratory's detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. Total microbial count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 1000 cfu/gm); Total yeast & mould count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 100 cfu/gm).
Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. This one is free from sulphates, parabens, silicones, mineral oil and any detectable lead, cadmium or arsenic.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch FM/07/WJ1 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 defines one; a dash means it defines none. Test Method is the standard the laboratory followed.
| Parameter | Result | Requirement / Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Organoleptic | |||
| Appearance | White viscous gel | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Colour | White | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Odour | Characteristic | - | STRC/STP/P044 |
| Chemical Parameters | |||
| Density, g/ml | 0.926 | - | Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 |
| 1,4 dioxane, ppm | Not Detected (DL 1.0) | - | Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 |
| Heavy Metals | |||
| Lead (as Pb), ppm | Not Detected (DL 0.25) | - | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Cadmium (as Cd), ppm | Not Detected (DL 0.25) | - | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Arsenic (as As), ppm | Not Detected (DL 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 |
Understanding These Tests for Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml was recorded as a white viscous gel, white in colour and with a characteristic odour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
It also lists density, g/ml 0.926 and 1,4 dioxane Not Detected, for which the standard sets no specification.
Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.
Heavy Metals
In this report, Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml showed no detectable lead, cadmium 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.
Microbial Counts
Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml 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.
Test Overview
| Report Title | Chemical and Microbiological Analysis - Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters, heavy metals and microbial counts |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022; IS:14648:2011 |
| Sample Tested | FM/07/WJ1 (50 ml x 2) |
About Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml
Hi, I'm Mamaearth Natural Mosquito Repellent Gel. I am a 100% natural and safe insect repellent gel. I am made from natural ingredients like Citronella Oil, Lemongrass Oil, and Peppermint Oil, which are proven to repel almost all kinds of insects away. The MadeSafe Certification and All-natural ingredients prove that I am the safest and the best insect repellent for your baby. I effectively protect your family from mosquito bites while moisturizing the skin. Dermatologically tested, this gel has a family-safe formula as it does not contain any undesirable ingredients like DEET, SLES, PEG, Inse
Claims and Their Evidence
Lab-sourced rows are measured results. Product-page rows are the brand's own claims, shown with the brand's qualifier. The laboratory report is not evidence for cosmetic-benefit claims.
| Statement | Evidence / basis | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No detectable heavy metals | Lead, Cadmium and Arsenic reported Not Detected at a detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg. | Lab report 13019027/B |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13019027/B |
| 100% natural and safe insect repellent gel | Brand claim published on the product page. | Product page (brand claim) |
| Sulphate-free cleansing base | No SLS or SLES in the published ingredient list. | Product ingredient list |
| Paraben-free | No parabens in the published ingredient list. | Product ingredient list |
Report Details
| Testing Laboratory | Sigma Test & Research Centre (NABL-accredited, Accreditation No. ) |
| Report No. | 13019027/B |
| Report Issue Date | 22/11/2023 |
| Testing Period | 10/11/2023 to 21/11/2023 |
| Batch Tested | FM/07/WJ1 (Mfg. 10/2023; 09/2026) |
| Standards Referenced | Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022; IS:14648:2011 |
| Authorised Signatory | Vinit Sharma, Person Incharge, Sigma Test & Research Centre |
What This Report Shows
What the results demonstrate
- Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
- Measured chemical parameters that carry a specification fell within the referenced limits.
- The listed heavy metals were below the laboratory's detection limit in the tested sample.
- The tested sample met the microbiological count limits of the referenced standard.
- Testing was performed by an NABL-accredited laboratory.
What the results do not demonstrate
- They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
- They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual.
- They do not prove any cosmetic-benefit or performance claim; those are addressed separately and on the product page.
- They do not cover parameters or organisms outside those listed.
- They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch, not necessarily to other batches.
Key Ingredients in Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml
Descriptions are the brand's own, from the product page.
| Ingredient | Brand description |
|---|---|
| Citronella Oil | "It is known for its mosquito-repelling properties, especially Aedes aegypti - Dengue fever mosquito." |
| Peppermint Oil | "It has great fragrance and repels mosquitoes." |
| Lemongrass Oil | "It keeps mosquitoes & several other critters and bugs at bay." |
Formulation at a Glance
From the ingredient list published on the product page. Not part of the laboratory report.
Texture and Stability
| Component | Role in the formulation |
|---|---|
| Aqua | Solvent base of the formulation. |
What the Formulation Leaves Out
| Excluded | Basis |
|---|---|
| No sulphates | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No parabens | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No silicones | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
| No mineral oil | Not present in the published ingredient list. |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This NABL lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml. 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 Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.
The Tested Product
Mamaearth Mosquito Cream for Baby, Mosquito Repellent Gel 50ml
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View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. In this report, Lead, Cadmium and Arsenic were reported below the laboratory's stated detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory.
A: For the tested batch, microbial counts were reported within the limits of the referenced standard and the specified pathogens were reported Absent. These results indicate the tested sample met the referenced microbiological limits; they do not establish overall product safety.
A: The published ingredient list for this product contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. This is based on the ingredient list, not on the laboratory report, which covers contaminants and microbiological quality.
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: It means the substance was below the laboratory's stated detection limit using the specified method, so it was not found at or above that limit in the tested sample.
A: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
A: The report covers batch FM/07/WJ1 (manufactured 10/2023). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 50 ml x 2. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022. Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission.
- IS:14648:2011. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test report 13019027/B.
