{"product_id":"eu-cpnp-product-notification","title":"EU Cosmetic Product Notification (CPNP)","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBefore a \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic product\u003c\/strong\u003e can be placed on the market in the European Union, it must be notified through the \u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic Products Notification Portal\u003c\/strong\u003e (CPNP), as required under Article 13 of Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009. This applies to every cosmetic product sold in the EU regardless of batch size or sales channel online, wholesale or retail. A single CPNP notification authorises legal sale across all EU member states, and, under the Windsor Framework, extends to Northern Ireland as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSpectra manages the full process to \u003cstrong\u003esubmit cosmetic product notifications\u003c\/strong\u003e for your single-variant product, working from your CPSR, formulation data and label artwork to ensure the notification is complete, accurate and internally consistent before it reaches the portal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Is CPNP?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCPNP is the European Commission's centralised, online pre-market notification system for \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic products\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of the broader \u003cstrong\u003eimplementation of Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009\u003c\/strong\u003e. It gives EU competent authorities, poison control centres and customs authorities access to product composition and safety data in the event of an inspection, \u003cstrong\u003econsumer safety\u003c\/strong\u003e concern or cross-border enforcement question. Every distinct product formulation a specific skincare cream, lip balm, shampoo or perfume requires its own \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic product notification\u003c\/strong\u003e, since each combination of ingredients, annex restrictions and labelling requirements needs to be individually confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat We Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmation that your CPSR and Product Information File are complete and CPNP-ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntry of product identity, category and function details onto the \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic products notification portal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredient data entry using INCI names and the correct concentration ranges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel and packaging image upload to support traceability and inspection readiness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoordination with your EU-based \u003cstrong\u003eResponsible Person\u003c\/strong\u003e, or provision of Spectra's own EU RP service where needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal validation and electronic submission, resulting in a CPNP notification reference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eData Required for Submission\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) Annex I safety evaluation confirming toxicological compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Information File (PIF) formulation, manufacturing method, labelling and testing records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel artwork INCI list, nominal content, batch code, country of origin, warnings and Responsible Person contact details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct\/packaging image\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResponsible Person information registered EU address, contact details and authorisation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame formulation code, where your product falls into a specific composition category (e.g. hair dye, nail products)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNanomaterial disclosure, where applicable, under Article 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhen Separate Notifications Are Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA distinct \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic product notification portal\u003c\/strong\u003e entry is generally required whenever:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation changes in ingredients, composition or concentration proportions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product's use or category changes (for example, a face cream reformulated as a body lotion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safety classification changes (for example, a fragrance allergen or new preservative is introduced)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging, labelling or claims differ substantially from an existing notified product\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFragrance variations or packaging-size differences may sometimes fall under a single master notification, depending on your Responsible Person's assessment of safety equivalence — Spectra evaluates this on a case-by-case basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLegal \u0026amp; Regulatory Framework\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle 13, Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009 the notification requirement itself: prior to placing a cosmetic product on the market, the Responsible Person must submit the required information to the European Commission by electronic means\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle 4 designation of a Responsible Person established within the EU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnex I the CPSR requirement underpinning the notification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnexes II–VI ingredient-specific restrictions verified prior to submission (prohibited substances, restricted substances, permitted colourants, preservatives and UV filters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle 16 nanomaterial notification obligations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWho Needs This Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrands launching a single-variant cosmetic product for sale within the EU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK brands expanding into the EU market post-Brexit, requiring EU-specific notification separate from SCPN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImporters bringing non-EU manufactured cosmetics into the EU market\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContract manufacturers preparing notification on behalf of a brand client\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Turnaround\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDocument review your CPSR, PIF, label artwork and product image are checked for Annex I and II–VI compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortal access and RP verification the CPNP account used must be linked to an EU-established Responsible Person; Spectra confirms this is correctly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct data entry identity, category, function, and Responsible Person\/manufacturer contact details are submitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition entry each ingredient is entered by INCI name and concentration bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel and image upload final packaging label and product photo are uploaded for traceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValidation and confirmation a final review precedes submission; once accepted, you receive a CPNP Notification Reference Number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOnce documents are complete and verified, notification is typically finalised within a few working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeliverables\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCPNP Notification Reference Number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompliance summary for your Responsible Person's records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spectra Cosmetic Compliance","offers":[{"title":"Standard Delivery (72 Hours)","offer_id":53221746770229,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fast Delivery (48 Hours)","offer_id":53221746802997,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Priority Delivery (24 Hours) 🚀","offer_id":53221746835765,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/2456\/3509\/files\/spectra-eu-cpnp-cosmetic-notification-service.webp?v=1787938458","url":"https:\/\/spectracomply.com\/de\/products\/eu-cpnp-product-notification","provider":" Spectra Cosmetic Compliance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}