India 's Central & Standard Control lab has field - tested J & Johnson 's ( J&J ) baby shampoo and found it did not contain the carcinogen formaldehyde , according to a statement . The move followed lab tests in 2012 by the Rajasthan Drugs Control Organisation that revealed traces of the chemical in two layers of the shampoo . J&J questioned the initial findings , and a spokesperson said the company was " pleased " with the appellate lab 's results .
India's Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has re-tested Johnson & Johnson's (J&J) baby shampoo and confirmed it did not contain the carcinogen formaldehyde, according to a statement. The move followed lab tests in March by the Rajasthan Drugs Control Organisation that revealed traces of the chemical in two batches of the shampoo. J&J questioned the initial findings, and a spokesperson said the company was "pleased" with the appellate lab's results.