NABL Test Report for Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
NABL Test Report for Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
Lab test report for Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen: lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury and antimony not detected, pathogens absent, pH 5.40, thermal stability passed. Batch AAS6C027.
Safety Summary: Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
Is Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (Accreditation No. TC-15193). The tested sample, from batch AAS6C027, was analysed against the limits in the referenced standards.
Free from lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury and antimony. The report found no detectable lead, cadmium, arsenic or antimony (each below 0.25 mg/kg) and no detectable mercury (below 0.1 mg/kg).
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).
Skin-friendly pH and heat-stable. pH 5.40 at 27°C - mildly acidic, in the range of healthy skin - and the sample passed the thermal stability test at 45 ± 1°C for 48 hours.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical, and this sunscreen is 85.47% water by weight. What this report establishes is that the tested sample is free from any detectable lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury or antimony and from the listed pathogens.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch AAS6C027 and the parameters listed on this page. This report (series /F) is issued under the laboratory's FDAS TL-124 / ILAC-MRA scope and does not carry an NABL ULR number; Sigma Test & Research Centre holds NABL accreditation TC-15193 for its NABL-scope work. 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. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are reported by the laboratory as not covered by its ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation scope.
| Parameter | Result | Requirement / Limit | Detection Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Organoleptic | ||||
| Appearance | White soft mass | - | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Colour | White | - | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Odour* | Characteristic | - | - | STRC/STP/P044 |
| Chemical Parameters | ||||
| pH at 27°C | 5.40 | - | - | IS:6608:2004 |
| Total residue, % w/w | 13.67 | - | - | IS:6608:2004, Annex D |
| Total fatty matter, % w/w | 5.39 | - | - | IS:6608:2004, Annex C |
| Thermal stability (45 ± 1°C for 48 hours) | Passes the test | - | - | IS:6608:2004, Annex A |
| Water content, % w/w | 85.47 | - | - | IS:2362:1993 |
| Specific gravity | 1.030 | - | - | STRC/STP/P030 |
| Viscosity (25.6°C, spindle L4, 2.3 RPM, torque 74.8%), cps | 37641 | - | - | STRC/STP/P033 |
| Heavy Metals | ||||
| Lead (as Pb), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Cadmium (as Cd), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Arsenic (as As), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.25 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Mercury (as Hg), mg/kg | Not Detected | - | 0.1 | STRC/STP/P018 |
| Antimony (as Sb), 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 | Shall be absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa, per gm | Absent | Shall be absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Staphylococcus aureus, per gm | Absent | Shall be absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Candida albicans, per gm | Absent | Shall be absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen was recorded as a white soft mass, white in colour and with a characteristic odour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen recorded pH 5.40 at 27°C, water content 85.47% w/w, total residue 13.67% w/w, total fatty matter 5.39% w/w, specific gravity 1.030 and viscosity 37641 cps, and passed the thermal stability test at 45 ± 1°C for 48 hours. The standard sets no numeric specification for these; they are reported as measured.
pH 5.40 sits in the mildly acidic range of healthy skin. Thermal stability checks for separation or phase change under sustained heat - relevant for a sunscreen in Indian transit and storage conditions.
Heavy Metals
In this report, Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen showed no detectable lead, cadmium, arsenic or antimony (each below 0.25 mg/kg) and no detectable mercury (below 0.1 mg/kg).
Heavy metals can enter a product through raw materials or manufacturing.
Microbial Counts
Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen 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 Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen, 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 - Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters including thermal stability and viscosity, heavy metals, microbial counts and pathogens |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | IS:6608:2004; IS:2362:1993; IS:14648:2011; STRC/STP protocols |
| Sample Tested | AAS6C027 (80 g x 4) |
| Sample Category | Cosmetics (Sunscreen) |
About Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
Broad-spectrum sunscreen with Haldi (turmeric) and Hyaluronic Acid for hydrated, even-toned, sun-protected skin. The tested sample was the 80 g pack; the linked product page is the 50 g size of the same formulation. Brand claims from the product page; SPF performance is substantiated by separate in-vivo testing, 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 heavy metals | Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic and Antimony reported Not Detected at 0.25 mg/kg; Mercury Not Detected at 0.1 mg/kg. | Lab report 13048863/F |
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; four specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13048863/F |
| Thermally stable | Passed the thermal stability test at 45 ± 1°C for 48 hours (IS:6608:2004, Annex A). | Lab report 13048863/F |
| Skin-friendly pH | pH 5.40 at 27°C (IS:6608:2004). | Lab report 13048863/F |
| SPF 50 PA++++, hydrating, brightening | Brand claims substantiated separately and shown on the product page. Not part of this report. | Product page |
Report Details
| Testing Laboratory | Sigma Test & Research Centre, B-8/5 Phase-1, Badli Industrial Area, New Delhi 110042 (NABL-accredited laboratory, TC-15193; ISO 9001:2015 & 14001:2015) |
| Report Series / Scope | Report 13048863/F - FDAS TL-124 / ILAC-MRA scope; no NABL ULR printed on this report |
| Report No. | 13048863/F |
| Job Code | STRC/13048863 |
| Report Issue Date | 09/05/2026 |
| Date of Receipt | 29/04/2026 |
| Testing Period | 29/04/2026 to 09/05/2026 |
| Batch Tested | AAS6C027 (Mfg. 03/2026; use before 24 months) |
| Sample Quantity | 80 g x 4 |
| Customer | Honasa Consumer Limited, Gurugram |
| Standards Referenced | IS:6608:2004; IS:2362:1993; IS:14648:2011 |
| Authorised Signatories | Shruti Vij, Technical Manager; Insha, Section In-charge |
| Verification | QR code printed on each page of the report links to the laboratory's authenticity check |
What This Report Shows
What the results demonstrate
- Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
- The listed heavy metals were below the laboratory's detection limit in the tested sample.
- The tested sample passed thermal stability testing.
- The tested sample met the microbiological count limits of the referenced standard.
- The four specified pathogenic microorganisms were reported Absent.
What the results do not demonstrate
- They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
- They do not carry an NABL ULR number - this report series is issued under the laboratory's FDAS TL-124 scope. Odour is marked as outside the ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation scope.
- They do not cover SPF or UVA performance, which is assessed by separate in-vivo testing.
- They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual; skin tolerance is covered by the separate patch test certificate.
- They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch (80 g pack), not necessarily to other batches or pack sizes.
Key Ingredients in Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
Descriptions are the brand's own, from the product page.
| Ingredient | Brand description |
|---|---|
| Haldi (Turmeric) | Antioxidant botanical traditionally used for brightening and soothing. |
| Hyaluronic Acid | Humectant that binds water in the upper skin layers for hydration without heaviness. |
| Broad-spectrum UV filters | SPF 50 PA++++ protection as stated on the product page. |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen. 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 Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen 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
Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch AAS6C027. See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page. You can also explore the full sunscreen range, the 80 g pack or the Hyaluronic Acid range.
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic and Antimony were reported below the detection limit of 0.25 mg/kg, and Mercury below 0.1 mg/kg, at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory (TC-15193).
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 5.40 at 27°C - mildly acidic, in the range of healthy skin.
A: The tested sample passed the thermal stability test at 45 ± 1°C for 48 hours under IS:6608:2004, which checks for separation or phase change under sustained heat.
A: No. This report covers chemical and microbiological parameters. SPF and UVA protection are substantiated by separate in-vivo testing shown on the product page.
A: Yes. The laboratory tested the 80 g pack of the same formulation (batch AAS6C027). Results apply to the tested batch; pack size does not change the formula.
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: This report (series /F) is issued under the laboratory's FDAS TL-124 / ILAC-MRA scope rather than its NABL scope, so no NABL ULR is printed. The laboratory itself holds NABL accreditation TC-15193. Each page 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 on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
A: The report covers batch AAS6C027 (manufactured 03/2026, use before 24 months). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 80 g x 4. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- IS:6608:2004. Methods of test for cosmetics - skin creams. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:2362:1993. Determination of water by Karl Fischer method. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:14648:2011. Cosmetics - Microbiology - Enumeration and detection of microorganisms. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test Certificate 13048863/F, Job Code STRC/13048863. 09/05/2026.
