Section 16. Standards of quality

CHAPTER IV MANUFACTURE, SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF[3] [DRUGS AND COSMETICS] 16. Standards of quality. —[4] [(1) For the purposes of this Chapter, the expression "standard quality" means— (a) in relation to a drug, that the drug complies with the standard set out in[5] [the Second Schedule], and (b) in relation to a cosmetic, that the cosmetic complies with such standard as may be prescribed.] (2) The[6] [Central Government], after consultation with the Board and after giving by notification in the Official Gazette not less than three months' notice of its intention so to do, may by a like notification add to or otherwise amend[5] [the Second Schedule] for the purposes of this Chapter, and thereupon[5] [the Second Schedule] shall be deemed to be amended accordingly.