🇺🇸 FDA-Compliant to 🇪🇺 EU / 🇬🇧 UK-Compliant
Helping US Manufacturers & Brand Owners Enter the EU and UK Cosmetic Markets.
Expanding your cosmetic or personal care brand into the European Union (EU) or United Kingdom (UK) is an exciting opportunity — but being FDA-compliant is not the same as being EU- or UK-compliant.
At Annel, we help US manufacturers and brand owners meet all European and UK cosmetic regulatory requirements, using existing documentation where possible to save time and cost — without unnecessary retesting or duplication.
Get EU/UK Compliance SupportUnderstanding FDA vs EU/UK Compliance
If you're expanding your personal care or beauty brand internationally, understanding EU & UK cosmetic compliance is essential — especially if you're already FDA-compliant in the US.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
UK Cosmetics Regulation 2020 (SI 2020 No. 1395)
Every cosmetic product placed on the market must have:
A designated Responsible Person (RP or UKRP)
A signed Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
A complete Product Information File (PIF)
Label and ingredient compliance
Notification on the CPNP (EU) or SCPN (UK) portal
FDA to EU/UK Cosmetic Compliance – How Annel Helps You Transition
Ingredient Review: Checking all ingredients against Annex II (banned) and Annex III (restricted) lists.
Concentration Check: Verifying formulation concentrations within legal limits.
Testing & Data Verification: Reviewing existing reports and aligning them with EU/UK standards.
Raw Material & Packaging Documentation: Ensuring GMP-compliant documentation (ISO 22716).
CPSR Preparation & Approval: Completed by certified EU/UK safety assessors.
Label Review & INCI Conversion: Converting US labels to EU INCI format.
Label Translation: Providing market-appropriate translations.
Product Registration: Submitting notifications to CPNP or SCPN.
Responsible Person Certification: Providing EU/UK RP/UKRP official designation.
Test Verification and Cost Efficiency
We verify and interpret your existing test results to ensure alignment with EU/UK requirements.
We confirm equivalence of non-EU/UK test methods where possible.
We identify only essential supplementary tests when absolutely necessary.
We coordinate with accepted laboratories if additional testing is needed.
Compliance Timeline
Ingredient and documentation review: 1–2 weeks
Testing and CPSR preparation: 3–5 weeks
Label and registration: 1–2 weeks
Average total: 6–8 weeks
Why Choose Annel
Based in both the EU and UK for complete coverage.
Specialists in US-to-EU/UK cosmetic compliance.
Transparent pricing with multi-SKU discounts.
Dedicated regulatory support and project oversight.
At Annel, we simplify complex regulations — helping US brands enter Europe and the UK confidently, safely, and legally.
Ready to Enter the EU & UK Cosmetic Markets?
Whether you produce skincare, haircare, or personal care products, Annel ensures your cosmetics meet every EU and UK requirement — from ingredient verification to registration and certification.
Contact Annel for a Free Compliance ReviewFrequently Asked Questions
Is my USP <51> test accepted in the EU or UK?
Not directly. However, we review your existing data and often validate it without duplication.
How long does EU/UK compliance take?
Typically 6–8 weeks depending on available documentation.
What documents do you need?
Ingredient list, formulation, test reports, packaging data and label. We handle the rest.