If you don’t clean these off your cat’s chin, they can get infected, turning into what humans more readily recognize acne white heads. Yes, cats get acne. Usually it is just on the chin and it isn’t all that uncommon.
There are different theories on why cats get acne: - Plastic Food Bowls or Plastic Pet Fountains - Plastic Exposure in the Home - Ceramic Food Bowls- Metal Food Bowls