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Registration and Regulation of Cosmetics for
the United Kingdom

Experts in PIF, SCPN and Responsible Person

From our office in London, we help companies from all over the world to export their products to the British market with agility and professionalism. If you want to export your cosmetic products to the UK and boost your business in this great market, we will accompany you in the process!

Regulation of Cosmetic Products in
United Kingdom

The United Kingdom formally left the European Union on 1 January 2020. Following the entry into force of Brexit, companies wishing to export their cosmetics to Great Britain must comply with new regulations from the Office for Product and Standards and the requirements of "The Product Safety and Metrology", among others, in what is known as the UK Cosmetics Regulations.

Any company that has or plans to introduce cosmetic products into the UK market must be represented by a Responsible Person established in the UK and who meets the requirements listed below.

Verification

  • We verify ingredients, labels and technical information of products. We ensure regulatory compliance to provide quality and confidence in every product that reaches the consumer.

SCPN

  • We manage the notification of cosmetics in the SCPN. This step is essential before placing them on the market.

PIF and CPSR

  • We elaborate and maintain the Product Information File (PIF). This document is essential to demonstrate that each product meets safety and quality criteria.

Follow-up

  • We monitor the product on the market (cosmetovigilance) and monitor any serious unwanted adverse effects.

Responsible
Person

  • Acting as Authorized Representative of the product before the authorities and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Revision

  • Of all ingredients and elements of the product to rule out the presence of prohibited or restricted substances and cross-contamination.

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Person Responsible for Cosmetic Products in the United Kingdom

Obligations of the RP in the United Kingdom

As of January 1, 2021, it is necessary to have a Responsible Person established in the UK in order to sell its products in the country. For example, a company that sells its products in Europe and the United Kingdom will need a Responsible Person for each economic area.

The Responsible Person is responsible for registering and auditing cosmetic product dossiers and safety assessment, as well as other technical information, in order to ensure compliance and conformity with legislation and avoid serious undesirable effects on users.

Where can you export your cosmetic products with Belab Services?

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Dubai / UAE

Registration of cosmetics, homecare products, food supplies and detergents

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Europe

Responsible Person, CPNP Registration, PIF Creation

Export to Europe

Belab Services Ltd

Hire experts in Cosmetics Safety Assessment for the EU

With over 10 years of experience in cosmetic safety assessments and UK regulation, BELAB SERVCES offers a comprehensive and reliable solution to effectively verify and register cosmetic products.

Our solution, based on a deep knowledge of the legislation, has a team of scientific consultants and advanced IT tools, making it the fastest and most reliable way to access the European market.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Cosmetic Regulation in the United Kingdom

  • EU Responsible Person and UK Responsible Person
    Another important aspect of regulation is that of the responsible person. In Europe, the responsible person is someone who has legal responsibility for ensuring that a product meets legal requirements. The same goes for the UK responsible person in the UK. Experts in cosmetics and healthcare product regulation can help companies understand the roles and responsibilities involved in this process.
  • CPNP and SCPN and PIF registration
    CPNP Registration (Cosmetic Product Notification Portal) is a legal requirement for cosmetic products in Europe. SCPN is the UK equivalent. In order to register on these portals, detailed information about the product is required, including ingredients and formulations. Experts in cosmetics and healthcare product regulation can help companies complete these registrations and ensure they are complying with legal requirements.
  • Technical dossier for product authorization in Europe
    A technical dossier is a document that describes the technical and safety aspects of a product. ​ It is a legal requirement for most cosmetic and health products in Europe. Experts in cosmetics and medical device regulation can help companies complete a technical dossier for product authorization in Europe.
  • Who is responsible for the regulation of cosmetic products in Europe?
    In Europe, the regulation of cosmetic products is the responsibility of the European Commission, which establishes regulations and requirements to guarantee the safety and quality of the products that are marketed
  • What are the requirements that a cosmetic product must meet in order to be marketed in Europe?
    A cosmetic product must comply with a series of requirements established in European Regulation 1223/2009. These requirements include aspects related to safety, labeling, permitted ingredients, animal testing and prior notification before marketing.
  • What products are not considered cosmetics according to European Regulation 1223/2009?
    According to European Regulation 1223/2009, products that have a medical purpose, such as medicines, medical devices or health products, are not considered cosmetics. These products are regulated by other specific regulations.
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