What is CPNP and when do I need it for EU cosmetics?

## What Is CPNP and When Do I Need It for EU Cosmetics? **CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal)** is the EU's centralized online notification system. Understanding what it is, when it's required, and what information must be submitted is essential for EU cosmetics compliance. ### What Is CPNP? CPNP is the **Cosmetic Products Notification Portal**, an online system managed by the European Commission. It's the mandatory notification system for all cosmetic products placed on the EU market^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}. ### Is CPNP Mandatory? **Yes—CPNP notification is mandatory** for all cosmetic products placed on the EU market. According to Article 13 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, the Responsible Person must submit product information through CPNP before placing the product on the market^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}. ### When Do You Need CPNP? You need CPNP notification: - ✅ **Before placing products on the market** - CPNP notification must be submitted before products can be sold - ✅ **For all cosmetic products** - Applies to all cosmetic products (makeup, skincare, haircare, perfumes, etc.) - ✅ **For all EU member states** - One CPNP notification covers all EU countries - ✅ **Before any sales begin** - Cannot start selling until notification is complete ### What Information Must Be Submitted? The regulation lists categories of information the RP submits electronically prior to market placement^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}, including: #### Required CPNP Information: - [ ] Product category and name - [ ] Responsible Person contact details and location of PIF - [ ] Country of origin (if imported) - [ ] Nanomaterials (if present) - [ ] Certain hazardous classifications - [ ] Label and packaging images - [ ] Product formulation (ingredients and concentrations) - [ ] Safety assessment information ### Who Submits CPNP Notifications? **The Responsible Person must submit CPNP notifications**^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}. This means: - The RP must have CPNP access - The RP submits notifications on behalf of the manufacturer - The RP is responsible for ensuring notifications are complete and accurate ### CPNP Notification Process Checklist Before placing products on the market: - [ ] RP has CPNP access - [ ] All required product information is gathered - [ ] Product formulation is complete - [ ] Labeling information is ready - [ ] PIF location is confirmed - [ ] CPNP notification is prepared - [ ] CPNP notification is submitted - [ ] Confirmation of submission is received ### CPNP vs. National Notifications **Generally, no additional national notification is needed** - CPNP is designed so that once a product is notified in CPNP, no additional national notification is needed within the EU^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}. **Exceptions:** - Some EU member states may have additional requirements - Check specific country requirements if selling in particular markets - CPNP covers the EU-wide notification requirement ### CPNP Updates CPNP notifications must be updated when: - Product formulation changes - Labeling changes - RP information changes - PIF location changes - Other required information changes Updates must be provided **without delay** when information changes^{<a href="#cite-8">[1]</a>}. ### Common CPNP Mistakes to Avoid - ❌ Not notifying before market placement - ❌ Incomplete notifications (missing required information) - ❌ Not updating notifications when products change - ❌ Assuming national notifications are still needed - ❌ Not maintaining CPNP access - ❌ Delaying updates when information changes ### CPNP Readiness Checklist Before beginning CPNP notification: - [ ] Understand CPNP requirements - [ ] Gather all required product information - [ ] Ensure RP has CPNP access - [ ] Prepare notification data - [ ] Verify information accuracy - [ ] Plan for notification updates ### Next Steps 1. Understand CPNP requirements for your products 2. Ensure your RP has CPNP access 3. **[Compare EU Cosmetics Responsible Person providers & request quotes](https://cruxi.ai/regulatory-directories/cosmetics_rp)** - Find providers that offer comprehensive CPNP support --- *Written by **Lo H. Khamis**, Regulatory Experts. [Connect on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lo-h-khamis) for regulatory guidance.* ### Official Sources: <a id="cite-8"></a>[1] [Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 - Article 13](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX:32009R1223) - [European Commission - CPNP portal](https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-products-notification-portal_en)