Why is it Important to Choose the Right
UK RP
Legal background
With no grace period for appointing a UK RP for products already in circulation on 1 January 2021, manufacturers without one risk immediate non-compliance. Choosing the right partner safeguards your business by ensuring a smooth transition into the UK regulatory system.
Avoid non-compliance risks:
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- Blocked access to the UK market if your product lacks a valid UK RP.
- Incorrect labelling that leads to regulatory action or product recalls.
- Missed notification deadlines, resulting in penalties or sales disruptions.
- Unprepared responses to MHRA queries due to missing documentation or oversight.
Our services
How Obelis Serves as Your UK Responsible Person
Obelis UK Ltd. serves as your official UK Responsible Person, offering complete regulatory support for your cosmetic products. We validate your formulas, review and adapt your labels according to UKCPR Article 19, advise on any ingredient or artwork adjustments, and ensure smooth SCPN notification. Whether your products were previously notified in CPNP or require a new submission, our regulatory experts handle the entire compliance process, so you can focus on growing your brand while we ensure your products meet every UK requirement.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A UK Responsible Person (UK RP) is a legal entity based in the UK responsible for ensuring that non-UK cosmetic products meet all requirements under the UK Cosmetics Regulation (UKCR). This includes product safety, labelling, documentation, and notification via the Submit Cosmetic Product Notification (SCPN) portal.
The UK RP must:
- Submit cosmetic product notifications via the SCPN portal.
- Ensure product labelling is compliant with Article 19 of the UKCR.
- Maintain the Product Information File (PIF).
- Respond to safety-related queries from the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS).
- Display their name and address on the product labels.
No. Post-Brexit, the EU RP and UK RP are separate roles. To sell in both markets, you need a designated UK RP based in Great Britain and a separate EU RP for the EU market.
Without a UK RP, your cosmetic product cannot legally be sold in Great Britain. The product may be rejected at the border, delisted by retailers, or subject to enforcement actions such as recalls or penalties.
