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Cosmetic Products Notification Portal
CPNP: Cosmetic Registration in the EU
Under the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, every cosmetic product must be notified in the Cosmetic Product Notification Portal (CPNP) before being placed on the European market. This process is mandatory and must be completed by the Responsible Person (RP) based in the EU.
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The CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal) is the centralized notification system of the European Union for cosmetic products. Any product placed on the EU market must undergo CPNP registration to comply with EU cosmetic regulations.
Notification through the CPNP is a mandatory step to ensure that the product is safe and legally compliant before being launched on the market. Contact us if you need support with your EU cosmetic registration and to ensure compliance with European Union regulations.
Registering a cosmetic product in the CPNP is a legal obligation, without this notification, there is no market access.
Why the CPNP registration is essential?
- Ensures compliance with EU Regulation (EC) 1223/2009
- Allows your product to be marketed in all EU Member States
- Enables traceability, surveillance, and response in case of safety concerns
- Avoids border retention, fines, or product withdrawal
CPNP: How to Register a Cosmetic Product in the EU
To access the European cosmetic market, every product must be notified in the CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal). This can only be done by a designated EU Responsible Person. This legal figure is responsible for ensuring full compliance with EU cosmetics regulation, including product safety, labeling, and mandatory notification.
The Responsible Person can be the manufacturer (if based in the EU), the importer, or a third party officially appointed. At Cosmeservice, we act as the EU RP for cosmetic brands worldwide, ensuring every product is correctly notified in the EU cosmetic portal and fully compliant.
Ensure compliance for your cosmetic products in the EU
At Cosmeservice, we offer specialized services to help you comply effectively with CPNP registration requirements. Our team of cosmetic consulting experts will handle the entire process for you, allowing you to focus on the development and expansion of your brand.
- Comprehensive Guidance: We guide you through the entire notification process, from documentation preparation to submission.
- Review and Validation: We review your products to ensure they meet all regulatory requirements.
Documentation Management: We handle the collection and management of all documents required for effective notification.
- Ongoing Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest regulations and changes with our continuous support.

Need help with CPNP registration for your cosmetic products in the EU?
We offer consultation to assess your needs and how we can help you with the registration of Cosmetic Products Notification Portal. Our goal is to make the process easier and ensure your products reach the European market quickly and safely.
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The number is a unique identifier assigned to cosmetic products registered in the EU cosmetic portal. This number ensures that the product meets the required safety and labeling regulations before being marketed in the European market.
To sell cosmetics in the European Union, non-EU companies must appoint an EU Responsible Person. Only this legal representative can submit the product notification in the CPNP portal, maintain the Product Information File (PIF), and ensure ongoing compliance with EU regulations.
To access the EU cosmetic portal, visit the website, register, and log in with your credentials. From there, you can notify and manage cosmetic products.
Remember, to register, you need to be an authorized representative of a cosmetics company and comply with European legal requirements by providing the necessary information and documentation.
Once submitted, the product receives a CPNP reference number. We maintain your PIF, respond to authority queries, and monitor for updates in regulation.
Refers to the process of registering cosmetic products in the Cosmetic Products Notification Portal of the European Union. This portal is used for notifying the EU authorities about cosmetic products before they are marketed. Although “CPNP certification” is not a formal certification, notifying a product in the portal ensures it complies with EU regulations on cosmetic safety, labeling, and documentation requirements.
The UK equivalent, is the UK Submit Cosmetic Product Notifications (SCPN). At Cosmeservice, we also offer assistance with this service.
