Is a Responsible Person required for cosmetics sold in the EU?

Yes. Every cosmetic product placed on the EU market must have a Responsible Person (RP) established in the EU who ensures regulatory compliance and acts as the official contact for authorities.

Do I need a separate RP for the EU and the UK?

Yes. Since Brexit, you need a separate Responsible Person established in the EU and a separate one in the UK. Some providers cover both under a bundled annual fee.

What does the RP do when there is a product safety issue?

The RP must immediately notify competent authorities, coordinate with market surveillance, and can initiate product withdrawal. They are legally liable for the product's compliance status.

Does the RP also handle CPNP / SCPN notifications?

Many RP providers include CPNP (EU) and SCPN (UK) notifications as part of their service or as an optional add-on. Check each provider's scope when comparing.

What is the difference between a Responsible Person and a CPSR safety assessor?

The RP is the legally responsible entity for market compliance. The CPSR safety assessor independently evaluates product safety. They are often different parties, though some providers offer both.

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Provider	Estimated base price	Accept SLA	Turnaround	Start
Northgate Regulatory Partners	USD 1,000	24h	3–5 days	Within 2 business days
Sterling Label & Compliance	USD 1,500	24h	3–5 days	Within 2 business days
Apex Medical Device Support	USD 2,200	24h	3–5 days	Within 2 business days
Belmont Regulatory Services	USD 1,500	24h	3–5 days	Within 2 business days
Summit Device Compliance	USD 2,200	24h	3–5 days	Within 2 business days

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billingPeriod (Required)
monthly|quarterly|annual
coverageNeeded (Required)
EU|UK|BOTH
productsCount (Required)
min 1
portfolioTier (Optional)
small|medium|large
includeCpnpNotificationEu (Optional)
includeScpnNotificationUk (Optional)
includeLabelReview (Optional)
includeClaimsReview (Optional)
includeSueHandling (Optional)

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Markets

EU + UK

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Regulation

EU Cosmetics Reg. 1223/2009 / UK Cosmetics Reg.

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Onboarding

3–7 business days

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Pricing

Annual per product/SKU

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How it works

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Tell us about your product range

Select your billing period, markets (EU, UK, or both), product count, and whether you need PIF compilation or hosting.
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Compare RP providers with instant pricing

See annual fees, PIF handling modes (included or required), and CPNP/SCPN notification coverage from qualified Responsible Persons.
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Appoint your RP and go to market

Your new Responsible Person will confirm PIF readiness, complete CPNP/SCPN notifications, and serve as the regulatory contact for your products.

What is a Cosmetics Responsible Person?

The Responsible Person (RP) is the legal entity that places cosmetic products on the EU market. Under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009, every cosmetic product on the EU market must have an RP established within the EU/EEA. The RP is responsible for ensuring the product complies with all applicable regulations, maintaining the Product Information File (PIF), submitting CPNP notifications, and acting as the official point of contact for market surveillance authorities and poison control centres. Non-EU brands must appoint an EU-based RP before their products can be sold legally in the EU.

EU vs. UK Responsible Person: what changed after Brexit?

Before Brexit, a single RP established in the EU/EEA could cover both the EU and the UK (Great Britain). Since January 2021, the UK has its own separate Cosmetics Regulation that requires a distinct UK Responsible Person established in Great Britain. If you sell into both markets, you need two separate RPs — one EU-established and one UK-established. Some providers offer bundled EU + UK RP services under a single annual agreement, which simplifies administration. Northern Ireland follows different rules under the Windsor Framework and may still accept EU-notified products in some contexts.

What does the Responsible Person do day-to-day?

The RP's ongoing responsibilities include: maintaining and making available the Product Information File (PIF) for 10 years from the last batch placed on market; submitting CPNP (EU) and SCPN (UK) notifications before products go on sale; notifying competent authorities of serious undesirable effects (SUEs); cooperating with market surveillance authorities if a safety issue arises; and ensuring any label changes are reviewed for compliance before being implemented. In practice, smaller brands often rely on their RP to also review new products and advise on labelling and claims compliance.

How much does a Cosmetics RP cost?

EU Cosmetics RP pricing typically ranges from EUR 99–350 per product per year for smaller SKU counts, with volume discounts for larger portfolios. Some RPs charge a flat annual retainer covering up to a set number of SKUs. UK-specific RP fees are similar, typically GBP 80–300 per product. CPNP/SCPN notification fees may be bundled or charged separately (EUR 30–60 per notification). PIF compilation and hosting, if offered, adds an additional fee. Cruxi Bridge shows you itemized annual pricing per product based on your portfolio size before you commit.

Choosing the right EU/UK Cosmetics RP

Key selection criteria include: (1) EU/UK establishment — verify the RP entity is legally established in the relevant jurisdiction, not just operating from it; (2) CPNP/SCPN access — confirm they can submit notifications directly (not via a third-party sub-contractor); (3) PIF management — do they compile and host your PIFs, or require you to maintain your own? (4) Label and claims review capability — can they spot issues proactively, not just react to complaints? (5) Response SLA for market surveillance queries — especially important if you have active retail distribution.

Frequently asked questions

Is a Responsible Person required for cosmetics sold in the EU?: Yes. Every cosmetic product placed on the EU market must have a Responsible Person (RP) established in the EU who ensures regulatory compliance and acts as the official contact for authorities.
Do I need a separate RP for the EU and the UK?: Yes. Since Brexit, you need a separate Responsible Person established in the EU and a separate one in the UK. Some providers cover both under a bundled annual fee.
What does the RP do when there is a product safety issue?: The RP must immediately notify competent authorities, coordinate with market surveillance, and can initiate product withdrawal. They are legally liable for the product's compliance status.
Does the RP also handle CPNP / SCPN notifications?: Many RP providers include CPNP (EU) and SCPN (UK) notifications as part of their service or as an optional add-on. Check each provider's scope when comparing.
What is the difference between a Responsible Person and a CPSR safety assessor?: The RP is the legally responsible entity for market compliance. The CPSR safety assessor independently evaluates product safety. They are often different parties, though some providers offer both.

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