SCPN Product Notification for Single Variant

Introduction

According to the UK Cosmetic Regulation 2020 (SI 2020/1466), it is mandatory for every cosmetic product being sold in the UK to be registered on the Submit Cosmetic Product Notification (SCPN) Portal of the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS).

With the SCPN Product Notification for Single Variant service, Phoenix Safety England ensures that for sale unmixed cosmetic products with single smell, color, or formulation are correctly registered and for sale and complies. Our trained professionals prepare and appraise all necessary documents to facilitate all SCPN submission processes which are compliant, thus helping brands and designated responsible persons satisfy their duties as outlined in Article 13 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as amended in UK law.

What Is SCPN Notification for a Single Variant

The SCPN (Submit Cosmetic Product Notification) system is the first government-ordered system for the registration of cosmetic products in the United Kingdom. Following Brexit, this system replaces the EU CPNP (Cosmetic Product Notification Portal).

Single variant SCPN submission applies to the Cosmetic Products that are available in one version only. For instance, a product that has a single fragrance, colour or formulation. Even if the formulation is somewhat similar, all product variants are required to be submitted individually within the same line.

The submission of the SCPN notification means that the British authorities, and other enforcement bodies and medical professionals, have product information required to be accessed in the event of a recall, safety concern or adverse product reaction.

Legal Requirements

As per the UK 2020 Cosmetic Regulation Directive, Responsible Persons have to carry out an SCPN notification before launching the Cosmetic Products in the market. Notifications are instrumental in determining regulatory actions pertaining to public safety and market oversight.

For the Single Variant SCPN, the following data points must be captured:

• Product Name and Category: The product must be identifiable and the proposed cosmetic function must be specified.
• Responsible Person Detailing: Name, registered business in the UK, and the address and contacts of the RP.
• Formulation: Provide the complete INCI list or the trade formulation identifying different concentration ranges and the function of each ingredient.
• Product Image and Label Artwork: Provide images of the product and labeling to demonstrate compliance of the label with Article 19.
• Packaging: Describe the product and packaging.
• Product Function and Intended Use: The cosmetic purpose of the product and the mode of application must be explained.
• Declaration of Notification: Confirmation addressing compliance with UK cosmetic law regarding the product.

All information submitted to the SCPN portal must be consistent with the CPSR and PIF documentation held by the Responsible Person.

What We Provide

Phoenix Safety Consultants fully comply with legal SCPN submission protocols for single variant Cosmetic Products. Our specialists prepare, check and upload all necessary documentation as per OPSS requirements, so your product can legally be sold in the UK.

What’s Included in the Service:

• Data Preparation: Verification of all necessary product info, including product name, INCI formulation, and Responsible Person contact info.
• Compliance Review: Comparison of the formulation and labels against UK Cosmetic Regulation 2020 and applicable legislation prior to submission.
• Portal Submission: Uploading and submitting all necessary documentation and product information to the SCPN portal.
• Confirmation of Submission: Provision of submission verification and timestamp documentation as evidence of SCPN submission.
• Liaison with OPSS (if needed): Addressing official information gaps or responding to authority questions.

We handle all submissions according to OPSS digital submission protocols to ensure confidentiality.

Who Needs This Service

The SCPN Product Notification for Single Variant service matters for:

• UK brand owners of new single-variant cosmetic products.
• Importers and distributors of EU or non-UK products to the UK market post Brexit.
• Responsible Persons managing compliance portfolios for multiple brands or contract manufacturers.
• Private-Label and White-Label Companies launching single products or SKUs.
• Manufacturers reintroducing products after modifying the formulation or rebranding.

This service ensures all notified products are legally marketable in the UK and compliant with the relevant regulations.

Pricing & Turnaround

Accuracy, speed, and regulatory confidence characterize our SCPN submission service.

Pricing

• Single Variant SCPN Submission: £15 – £100 (depending on complexity of data and required documentation).

Turnaround

• Received complete information: 2–3 working days standard processing.
• Urgent market launches and product relistings can expedite submissions.

Every client is provided an SCPN acceptance letter, a compliance summary for Responsible Person and PIF records.

All cosmetic products available in the UK must be listed on the SCPN portal first. If this is not done, the company may face penalties, withdrawal of the products from the market, and the Responsible Person authorisation may be revoked.

If you would like to enter the UK market with a single-variant cosmetic and would like to do this legally and within the SCPN limits, get in touch with Phoenix Safety Consultants.

→ Start Your SCPN Request
→ Read More About Responsible Person UK Services
→ Check Out CPSR and PIF Compliance Assistance