What product details are typically included in EU cosmetics notification?

## What Product Details Are Typically Included in EU Cosmetics Notification? Understanding what information must be included in CPNP notification helps you prepare effectively and avoid delays. Here's a comprehensive checklist of what's typically required. ### Required CPNP Notification Information According to Article 13 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, the regulation lists categories of information the RP submits electronically prior to market placement^{<a href="#cite-10">[1]</a>}. ### CPNP Notification Information Checklist #### Product Identification - [ ] Product category (makeup, skincare, haircare, etc.) - [ ] Product name - [ ] Product reference number - [ ] Product variants (shades, fragrances, etc.) #### Responsible Person Information - [ ] RP name and address - [ ] RP contact details - [ ] Location of Product Information File (PIF) - [ ] PIF accessibility confirmation #### Manufacturing Information - [ ] Country of origin (if imported) - [ ] Manufacturer name and address - [ ] Manufacturing location #### Product Formulation - [ ] Complete ingredient list - [ ] Ingredient concentrations - [ ] INCI nomenclature for ingredients - [ ] Nanomaterials (if present) - [ ] CMR substances (if applicable) #### Safety Information - [ ] Safety assessment information - [ ] Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) reference - [ ] Safety assessor information #### Labeling Information - [ ] Label images - [ ] Packaging images - [ ] Label text in required languages - [ ] Ingredient list - [ ] Warnings and precautions #### Classification Information - [ ] Certain hazardous classifications (if applicable) - [ ] Product category classification - [ ] Intended use information ### Detailed Information Requirements **Product Formulation:** - Complete list of all ingredients - Exact concentrations (or concentration ranges) - INCI names for all ingredients - Nanomaterials must be specifically declared - CMR substances must be identified **Labeling:** - Images of primary packaging - Images of secondary packaging (if applicable) - Complete label text - Ingredient list in INCI nomenclature - All warnings and precautions **Safety Assessment:** - Reference to safety assessment - Safety assessor qualifications - Safety assessment conclusions - Any relevant safety data ### CPNP Notification Preparation Checklist Before submitting CPNP notification: - [ ] All product information is gathered - [ ] Product formulation is complete and accurate - [ ] Labeling images are prepared - [ ] RP information is confirmed - [ ] PIF location is confirmed - [ ] Safety assessment information is available - [ ] All required data is verified for accuracy - [ ] CPNP access is confirmed ### Common Information Gaps Avoid these common issues: - ❌ Incomplete ingredient lists - ❌ Missing ingredient concentrations - ❌ Incorrect INCI nomenclature - ❌ Missing label images - ❌ Incomplete RP information - ❌ Missing PIF location - ❌ Incomplete safety assessment information ### Information Update Requirements CPNP notifications must be updated when: - Product formulation changes - Labeling changes - RP information changes - PIF location changes - Safety assessment information changes - Other required information changes Updates must be provided **without delay**^{<a href="#cite-10">[1]</a>}. ### Practical Tips 1. **Gather Information Early** - Start collecting required information well before market placement 2. **Verify Accuracy** - Double-check all information before submission 3. **Prepare Images** - Have high-quality label and packaging images ready 4. **Document Everything** - Keep records of all information submitted 5. **Plan for Updates** - Establish processes for updating notifications when products change ### Next Steps 1. Review CPNP notification requirements for your products 2. Gather all required information 3. **[Compare EU Cosmetics Responsible Person providers & request quotes](https://cruxi.ai/regulatory-directories/cosmetics_rp)** - Find providers that can help prepare complete CPNP notifications --- *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-10"></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)