Glossary · Regulation & Compliance
What Is UK SCPN?
The UK SCPN (Submit Cosmetic Product Notification) is the route that replaced CPNP for Great Britain after Brexit. A cosmetic product placed on the GB market must be notified through the UK portal, and the notification is filed by the UK Responsible Person rather than through the EU system.
Why it matters when you source
Great Britain is not covered by an EU notification, and Northern Ireland follows different rules again. If your launch plan says EU and UK, confirm who holds the UK Responsible Person role and files the SCPN — it is a separate appointment from the EU one.
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