European Union · Cosmetics

CPNP Notification in the European Union

A practical guide to CPNP Notification for cosmetics sold in the European Union: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Cosmetic products placed on the EU market; Products also sold online or through marketplaces

Authority

European Commission (CPNP)

Legal basis

Article 13, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Local representative

Yes — notification is submitted by the EU responsible person

Timeline

Before placing the product on the market

Cost

CPNP itself is free; responsible person service fees vary

If you do not comply

Non-compliant product status and market withdrawal

Who needs this

Cosmetic products placed on the EU market
Products also sold online or through marketplaces

Documents you need

Product identification and formulation data
CPSR reference
Label image where required

Compliance checklist

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Product identification and formulation data
CPSR reference
Label image where required

How to comply

Create a CPNP account through the responsible person
Submit the product notification
Update the notification when relevant details change

Brief for your lab or agent

Copy this into an email, then edit the product and channel.

Request: CPNP Notification — European Union
Product category: Cosmetics
Authority: European Commission (CPNP)
Legal basis: Article 13, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009

Documents we already have:
  1. Product identification and formulation data
  2. CPSR reference
  3. Label image where required

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under CPNP Notification in the European Union?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before placing the product on the market.

CPNP itself is free; responsible person service fees vary.

Common rejection reasons

Notification submitted after launch
Incomplete formulation data
Product details inconsistent with the label

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.