Your Legal Representative for UK & EU Market Access
If you are a non-UK or non-EU company selling cosmetics, food supplements, chemicals, CE-marked goods, or other regulated products, you must appoint a Responsible Person (RP) or Authorized Representative (AR) to take legal responsibility for compliance.
At Complizon, we act as your UK & EU Responsible Person and Authorized Representative, ensuring your products meet all market-entry requirements, safety regulations, and legal obligations, allowing you to sell with confidence.
What is a Responsible Person?
A Responsible Person (RP) or Authorized Representative (AR) is a legally required entity that ensures your product complies with all relevant UK & EU regulations. The RP/AR is responsible for:
✅ Acting as the official point of contact for regulators & enforcement authorities
✅ Ensuring compliance with UK & EU safety and performance standards
✅ Handling regulatory requests, post-market surveillance, and recall management
Who Needs a Responsible Person (RP) or Authorized Representative (AR)?
If your company is not legally established in the UK or EU, you must appoint a Responsible Person (RP) or Authorized Representative (AR) before selling regulated products in these markets.
✅ Consumer Goods (GPSR 2023/988) – From December 2024, nearly all non-food consumer goods require an EU Responsible Person under the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). If you sell any consumer goods in the EU, you likely need an RP.
✅ CE-Marked Products (Toys, Electronics, PPE, Medical Devices, etc.) – If your product requires a CE mark, you must appoint an Authorized Representative (AR) to comply with EU Directives.
✅ Cosmetic Products – A Responsible Person (RP) is legally required under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and UK Cosmetic Regulations.
✅ Food, Supplements & Beverages – A Food Business Operator (FBO) is mandatory for UK & EU market access.
✅ Chemicals & Hazardous Mixtures – An Only Representative (OR) is required for REACH compliance, SDS documentation, and PCN/UFI submissions.
In short, you will likely need an RP or AR if you’re a non-UK/EU brand selling regulated products.
UK & EU Responsible Person (RP) & Authorized Representative (AR) Requirements
| Requirement | What It Means | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Responsible Person (RP) for Cosmetics | Required under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 & UK law. The RP ensures compliance, safety assessments, and market notifications. | Without an RP, your cosmetic product cannot legally be sold in the UK or EU. |
| Food Business Operator (FBO) | All food supplements & beverages require an FBO to oversee compliance, labeling, and safety reporting. | Without an FBO, food products cannot legally be placed on the market. |
| Only Representative (OR) for Chemicals | Non-EU/UK chemical brands must appoint an Only Representative (OR) to handle REACH registrations, SDS compliance, and PCN submissions. | Failure to appoint an OR can result in blocked sales & regulatory fines. |
| Authorized Representative (AR) for CE-Marked Goods | Non-EU/UK manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Representative (AR) for toys, electronics, PPE, and other CE-marked goods. | Failure to appoint an AR can lead to market access restrictions and enforcement actions. |
| EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) | From December 2024, companies selling consumer goods in the EU must comply with GPSR, including appointing a Responsible Person. | Non-compliance can lead to product bans and regulatory fines. |