{"product_id":"eu-responsible-person-for-cpnp","title":"EU Responsible Person \u0026 Cosmetic Notification (CPNP) Service","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder EU Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009, every cosmetic product placed in the European market must have a Responsible Person (RP) appointed in the European Union. The RP must ensure all products are compliant with EU legislation and report the safety documentation and notifications prior to the sale or distribution of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor non-EU manufacturers, including UK, US and global brands exporting to the EU, the RP is not optional. As stipulated in Regulation Articles 4 and 13, appointing a Responsible Person in the EU is a legal prerequisite to market cosmetic products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoenix Safety Consultants offers all-encompassing services as an EU Responsible Person and ensures cosmetic companies obtain compliance with EU law. Our services span the entire compliance spectrum, including CPNP submissions to PIF management, label checks, and post-market surveillance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving wide-ranging expertise in cross-border compliance management and EU cosmetic legislation, Phoenix Safety Consultants ensures your brand operates under the complete range of protection and transparency expected from EU authorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eLegal Responsibilities of the EU Responsible Person\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Responsible Person (RP) must ensure product safety, conformity, and compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009. As stated in Article 4, only products with an RP can be marketed in the EU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RP’s key duties include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Safety –\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cosmetic product must be supported by the relevant parts of the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) per Annex I, dealing with the toxicological profile, ingredient limits, and exposure assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Notification –\u003c\/strong\u003e All relevant documents must be submitted to the Cosmetic Products Notification Portal (CPNP) as per Article 13 before the product is marketed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel and Packaging Compliance –\u003c\/strong\u003e Check that the product label complies with Article 19 provisions, including RP contact information, nominal content, batch number, precautions, and the INCI ingredient list.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePIF Maintenance and Availability –\u003c\/strong\u003e The Product Information File must be complete, correct, and available at the RP’s address for 10 years after the last batch is marketed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Market Surveillance –\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle adverse event reports, coordinate with authorities, and take necessary corrective or recall actions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication with Authorities –\u003c\/strong\u003e Act as the official contact point with EU regulators, receiving and responding to compliance queries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoenix Safety Consultants takes these responsibilities for you, allowing you to trade freely and confidently across the EU while remaining fully compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eScope of Representation for Non-EU Brands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturers outside the EU – including those in the UK – must have an EU-based Responsible Person (RP) to be legally recognised. Without an EU-based RP, a cosmetic product cannot be notified or distributed in accordance with the Regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoenix Safety Consultants, as your official EU RP, provides representation for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-EU manufacturers and brand owners (including UK and overseas companies).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivate-label and contract manufacturers serving multiple cosmetic brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImporters or distributors lacking compliance oversight for their product portfolios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazon, e-commerce, and retail sellers needing verified EU RP details on product labels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom initial notification through post-market review, we ensure legal transparency at every stage so that your products remain compliant and traceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eComprehensive Service Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur EU Responsible Person for CPNP service provides complete legal and technical coverage, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Representation –\u003c\/strong\u003e Acting as your legally designated Responsible Person for EU regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPNP Submissions –\u003c\/strong\u003e Handling product notifications under Article 13, including single- and multi-variant products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument Oversight –\u003c\/strong\u003e Checking and tracking CPSR, PIF, and label artwork per Annex I and ISO 22716 (GMP) for safety and quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel and Packaging Checks –\u003c\/strong\u003e Verifying compliance and correct presentation of product information, claims, and legal symbols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety and Ingredient Monitoring –\u003c\/strong\u003e Reviewing ingredients for Annex II–VI compliance, including allergens, preservatives, and restricted substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdverse Event and Recall Management –\u003c\/strong\u003e Reporting and coordinating product withdrawal for serious undesirable effects (SUEs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory Communication –\u003c\/strong\u003e Liaising directly with competent regulators across all EU Member States.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Market Record Keeping –\u003c\/strong\u003e Holding PIFs and related records for 10 years as required by law.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Responsible Person obligations are fully covered under Phoenix Safety Consultants’ best-practice compliance framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eWhy a Responsible Person Is Essential for Non-EU Manufacturers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the UK has left the EU, UK companies are now considered “third-country manufacturers” under EU law. Consequently, UK companies cannot act as the Responsible Person for EU product placements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout an appointed EU RP:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo product notifications can be made on the CPNP portal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipments crossing EU borders may be detained or confiscated by customs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetailers and e-commerce sites (including Amazon EU) will disable product listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-compliance with Article 4 increases the risk of enforcement action and market bans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoenix Safety Consultants’ EU Responsible Person service ensures market access, documentation retention, and legal representation within the EU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003eDocumentation and Service Setup Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with Phoenix Safety Consultants to establish your EU Responsible Person service is straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Consultation –\u003c\/strong\u003e Analyse your product portfolio and brand ownership\/manufacturing structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgreement and Appointment –\u003c\/strong\u003e Sign the Responsible Person service agreement to authorise Phoenix as your EU RP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument Submission –\u003c\/strong\u003e Submit CPSR, PIF, label artwork, and product data for verification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPNP Registration –\u003c\/strong\u003e Phoenix conducts Article 13 notifications and provides confirmation of acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Compliance Support –\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor regulatory changes, track documentation updates, and maintain PIF records per Article 11.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are securely stored and available for inspection by competent authorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 26px;\"\u003ePricing and Duration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService Duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Representation agreements are renewed annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicative Pricing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depending on product range, documentation volume, and required compliance support, pricing ranges from £3,500 to £6,000 per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegulatory representation, CPNP management, PIF maintenance, and authority communications are all included for each product listed under the service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cosmetic product sold in the EU must have an appointed Responsible Person established within the EU. Compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009 is essential to prevent enforcement action or unlawful marketing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFulfil all your EU Responsible Person obligations by appointing Phoenix Safety Consultants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e→ Request EU Responsible Person Service\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e→ Learn About CPNP Product Notification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: none;\"\u003e→ Explore UK Responsible Person Representation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Phoenix Safety Consultants","offers":[{"title":"1 Year (1-3 Products)","offer_id":42153622929485,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Year (4-10 Products)","offer_id":42153622962253,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Year (10+ Products)","offer_id":42988846841933,"sku":null,"price":1150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Years (1-3 Products)","offer_id":42988846874701,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Years (4-10 Products)","offer_id":42946287992909,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Year (10+ Products)","offer_id":42988846907469,"sku":null,"price":2100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Year (1-3 Products)","offer_id":42988846940237,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Year (4-10 Products)","offer_id":42988846973005,"sku":null,"price":2300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Year (10+ Products)","offer_id":42988847005773,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Years (Unlimited Products)","offer_id":42946288025677,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8262\/9197\/files\/EU_Responsible_Person_Cosmetic_Notification_CPNP_Service.webp?v=1782217608","url":"https:\/\/phoenixcosmeticsafety.com\/nl\/products\/eu-responsible-person-for-cpnp","provider":"Phoenix Compliance Services","version":"1.0","type":"link"}