Registration of a cosmetic product with the CPNP
In the European Union, the law specifying the requirements for registration and notification of cosmetic products has been unified. All countries in the European Union are subject to Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009. It specifies all requirements, including: regarding permissible ingredients, product labeling, tests and required documentation. The cosmetic registration process can be divided into the 6 stages described below. They define whether the product can be legally registered and whether the product does not pose a threat to users.
- Assessment of whether the ingredients used, form of use and packaging comply with European requirements and fit the definition of a cosmetic product. This information can be found in the above-mentioned Regulation No. 1223/2009;
- Defining the required scope of testing for the product. This is done on the basis of an assessment of the product's marketing claims by a specialist and the requirements based on the product's form;
- Collecting the necessary documentation and preparing the product for notification. The list of necessary documents is usually presented by the Safety Assessor who will create the Safety Assessment Report;
- Creation of a Cosmetic Product Safety Assessment Report (CPSR). This is a document in which a specialist with confirmed qualifications and knowledge (Safety Assessor) assesses the product's compliance with applicable law and defines the product's safety;
- Notification of the cosmetic product on the Cosmetic Product Notification Portal (CPNP). The notification is made by a person who has the necessary knowledge and access to the company's account on the portal;
- In Poland, the unit that supervises the correct introduction of cosmetics to the market is the State Sanitary Inspection. It is she who can call on the company to verify the compliance of documentation and tests.
The process of introducing a new cosmetic to the market can be complicated and it is worth supporting in this area with the knowledge and experience of people dealing with it professionally. Each country's local law may individually impact certain areas of cosmetic product regulation.
Cosmetic declaration
Notification is the operation of informing the competent authorities that you intend to sell a cosmetic product on the European market. All cosmetic products have to be notified. In the EU market, notification is made in the CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal) system.
The purpose of the notification is to inform the competent authorities that you intend to sell a cosmetic product on the European market, so that the relevant authorities know who to contact if they have questions about the cosmetic product or if they want to inspect it.
What does the European Union Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 regulate?
Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 lays down rules on the safety of cosmetics placed on the European Union market. It sets out requirements for the composition, labelling, testing and registration of cosmetic products to ensure their safety for consumers.
How does the registration of a cosmetic in the European Union proceed?
The registration of a cosmetic in the European Union involves submitting the product to the Central Cosmetics Register (CPNP) before it is placed on the market. This requires the provision of detailed information on the composition, safety and labelling of the product.
What is CPNP and why is it important for cosmetics?
CPNP (Cosmetic Product Notification Portal) is a web-based system where cosmetic manufacturers must notify their products before they are placed on the EU market. It collects data on cosmetics so that their safety can be monitored and compliance with regulations can be ensured.
What does European Commission Regulation 655/2013 regulate?
Regulation 655/2013 concerns the labelling rules for cosmetic products in the European Union, including requirements for the clarity, accuracy and reliability of the information provided to consumers.
What does REACH stand for and what does it mean for cosmetics?
REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) is an EU regulation that governs the use of chemical substances. It also applies to the cosmetics industry, ensuring that chemicals used in cosmetics are safe for humans and the environment.
What regulations does European Commission Regulation 2020/828 contain?
Regulation 2020/828 deals with ingredients used in cosmetics, in particular regarding restrictions on the use of certain chemicals to ensure their safety and compliance with EU requirements.
Can THC be used in cosmetics?
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is a psychoactive ingredient in cannabis that can be used in some cosmetics, but in very small amounts, as it can cause side effects such as changes in behaviour or skin reactions. In cosmetics, THC is mostly prohibited or allowed in minimal concentrations.
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