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Bringing a cosmetic product to market in the EU or UK is not just a question of branding and formulation. It’s a legal process, and at its core lies a critical requirement: the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR).
Without it, your product cannot legally be sold. This document is part of the PIF (Product Information File), the mandatory dossier your products must have. And the most important, it’s what proves that your formula is safe for consumers under normal and foreseeable use.
But how exactly is the CPSR created?
What steps are involved before you can notify your product on the CPNP or SCPN portal and sold your products? In this article, we explain where the Cosmetic Product Safety Report fits into the broader compliance process and why working with expert assessors is key to avoiding reformulations, delays or market rejections.
Step 1: Formula Check & Part A
The first step is evaluating your formula to ensure all ingredients are permitted under EU/UK law, they are within allowed concentrations and compliant with CMR, allergens, preservatives and colorant restrictions.
Once validated, the data is used to complete Part A of the CPSR, which includes toxicological profiles, exposure scenarios, and ingredient functions.
If the formula is non-compliant, the product must be reformulated before moving forward.
Step 2: Part B – Safety Assessment
Part B must be completed and signed by a qualified safety assessor. It evaluates the Margin of safety (MoS) of the ingredients, with a risk characterization and finished with an overall safety conclusion. This step determines if the product can be legally marketed.
Step 3: Label Check
After confirming product safety, your product label must be reviewed for compliance with EU/UK requirements:
- Responsible Person data
- Nominal content
- Country of origin
- Correct INCI names
- Allergens declaration
- Function of the product
- Precautions and warnings
- Claims substantiation
If the label is incorrect, modifications are mandatory before moving to the final step.
Step 4: Portal Notification
Once the formula, CPSR, and label are validated, your product can be submitted through the different official portals to be able to be placed on the market:
This notification is done by the Responsible Person, who also maintains the PIF and ensures compliance throughout the product’s lifecycle.
If the product is not notified, the product cannot be placed on the market.
Why the CPSR matters more than ever
Failing to conduct a proper CPSR can result in:
- Market withdrawal or import rejections
- Fail to provide consumers’ safety
- Fines or sanctions by authorities
- Reputational damage to your brand
Given the increasing scrutiny of cosmetic ingredients and claims (especially in light of PFAS bans, Green Claims reform, different ingredients concentration changes, and allergen updates), a thorough Safety Assessment is essential.
Let Cosmeservice handle your CPSR with confidence
At Cosmeservice, we offer complete support in the preparation of:
- CPSR (Parts A + B) and PIF
- Toxicological profiles
- Ingredient and label reviews
- Clinical tests
- UK and EU portal notifications
Whether you’re launching in the EU, UK, or both, our regulatory experts guide you through every step of the compliance process.
Need a CPSR for your next product? Contact our team at info@cosmeservice.com. You can also fill out the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Common questions about the CPSR
Yes. Each product (including variants) must have a unique CPSR before being placed on the market.
In most cases yes, but it must be reviewed and adjusted to align with UK-specific regulations and portal requirements. Nowadays the UK Regulation has evolved different from the EU and may vary. Feel free to contact Cosmeservice for support in adapting your CPSR to the UK market
You will need to reformulate the product to ensure compliance. Our team provides full guidance in adjusting your formula to meet safety criteria.
