The notification procedure is not valid without a properly prepared PIF and Safety Report. The Responsible Person is required to keep the PIF and the Safety Report accessible at the address stated on the label for the competent authorities of the Member States.

The PIF must contain:

  • Product description
  • Cosmetic Product Safety Report
  • Description of the manufacturing method and statement on compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
  • Scientific rationale for the claimed effects of the product
  • Information on animal testing carried out by the manufacturer or suppliers


The Cosmetic Product Safety Report comprises both safety information and a safety assessment. This assessment can only be performed by a person with a recognized qualification in pharmacy, toxicology, medicine, or a related field and must include the scientific justification for the conclusions reached.