How does the UFI creation and PCN notification service work?
After purchasing this service, you will receive access to the secure portal. This portal contains an overview of all steps. You fill in your product details and we will get to work.
Poison Center Notification & UFI
We will provide:
- Your product’s Unique Formula Identifier (UFI)
- A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) report
- Registration of your product with the relevant national Poison Centres via ECHA.
Countries for PCN registration
You can count the number of countries in which you want to register your product. This is the number of countries you need to purchase. You will be able to select the specific countries within the portal. If you plan to expand the sales of your products to new countries at a later date, then you can always order additional PCN country registrations.
The EU has 27 countries and the EEA has 30 (EU+Lichtenstein, Norway and Iceland) In the portal you can select these countries:
| Belgium | (BE) | Spain | (ES) | Hungary | (HU) | Slovakia | (SK) |
| Bulgaria | (BG) | France | (FR) | Malta | (MT) | Finland | (FI) |
| Czechia | (CZ) | Croatia | (HR) | Netherlands | (NL) | Sweden | (SE) |
| Denmark | (DK) | Italy | (IT) | Austria | (AT) | Germany | (DE) |
| Cyprus | (CY) | Poland | (PL) | Iceland | (IS) | Estonia | (EE) |
| Latvia | (LV) | Portugal | (PT) | Liechtenstein | (LI) | Ireland | (IE) |
| Lithuania | (LT) | Romania | (RO) | Norway | (NO) | Greece | (EL) |
| Luxembourg | (LU) | Slovenia | (SI) | Switzerland* | (CH) |
*For Switzerland we can create the PCN dossier, with all the needed information to make a submission in the Swiss portal. Contact us for more information.
CLP Label Information
We offer the option to purchase a CLP compliant product label, containing all mandatory information as required by the EU CLP Regulation. This will be provided as a PDF. This is not a design, but a summery of the required information. This will enable you to integrate the necessary information into your product label design. You can also order the CLP label creation separately. Already have a label? — We can do a CLP label compliance check of your label in accordance with current CLP requirements. We will provide detailed feedback and corrections to ensure your label meets all regulatory standards.
Registering Finger Paints with the Poison Centre
Finger paints are specifically designed for children to use in play, typically applied using the fingers directly. While these paints are intended for creative activities, they can still contain chemical ingredients that may pose potential hazards if improperly handled or ingested. As such, it is a legal requirement to notify the Poison Centre (PCN) for these products to ensure that necessary safety information is readily available to emergency responders and healthcare professionals in case of accidental exposure or ingestion. This helps prevent risks to children’s health and safety.
What is a UFI?
A UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) is a unique alphanumeric code assigned to chemical products, such as finger paints. This identifier allows emergency responders to quickly and accurately identify the specific formulation of the product, which is crucial in responding to incidents involving exposure. By including the UFI in the product’s labeling and registration with the Poison Centre, finger paints can be swiftly identified in the event of an emergency, improving safety outcomes for children and caregivers.
What is a PCN?
A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a mandatory report submitted to the Poison Centre that contains critical information about the product’s chemical composition, potential hazards, and appropriate first-aid measures. For finger paints, the PCN helps ensure that emergency responders can access vital data regarding the product in case of accidental ingestion or skin contact. The PCN is an essential tool in providing effective emergency care and managing product safety in the event of an incident.
What is CLP?
CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging) is a European regulation that requires chemical products, including finger paints, to be clearly classified, labeled, and packaged according to their potential hazards. The CLP label includes hazard symbols, precautionary statements, and safety instructions. This ensures that anyone handling or using the paint, including children and caregivers, is aware of potential risks and knows how to use the product safely.
What is the Poison Centre?
The Poison Centre is an organization responsible for managing safety information about hazardous substances. It supports public health and safety by maintaining a database of chemical products and making their information accessible to medical professionals and emergency responders across the EU. By registering finger paints with the Poison Centre, manufacturers help ensure that appropriate data is available to address potential poisoning or exposure incidents, especially where children are involved.
Why is This Needed?
Submitting a Poison Centre Notification for finger paints ensures that emergency responders and healthcare professionals can quickly access key safety data in the event of accidental exposure or ingestion. Given the potential risks associated with ingesting or mishandling paints, particularly for children, this legal requirement ensures that the appropriate safety measures and first-aid procedures are available. The PCN helps protect public health and supports regulatory compliance for manufacturers and distributors.
Since When is This by Law Obligatory?
Since January 1, 2021, it has been mandatory for manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemical products, including finger paints, to submit a Poison Centre Notification to the EU. This regulation is part of the European Union’s ongoing efforts to enhance chemical safety, ensuring that all hazardous products are properly registered and that necessary safety information is available in emergency situations.
FAQ
Question: Do finger paints need to be registered with the Poison Centre?
Answer: Yes, if the finger paint contains hazardous chemicals, it must be registered with the Poison Centre. This helps ensure that emergency responders have immediate access to critical safety information in case of accidental exposure or ingestion.
Question: What is the purpose of the UFI for finger paints?
Answer: The UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) helps emergency responders quickly identify the specific chemical formulation of the finger paint. This is essential for providing accurate and timely medical care in case of exposure or ingestion.
Question: Why is a PCN necessary for finger paints?
Answer: A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) provides crucial safety data, including the paint’s chemical composition, hazards, and first-aid instructions. This ensures that emergency responders can act effectively and safely in the event of an accident involving the product.
Question: How does CLP apply to finger paints?
Answer: The CLP regulation ensures that finger paints are properly classified, labeled, and packaged with hazard symbols and safety instructions. This helps users understand the risks and handle the paints safely, reducing the potential for accidents.
Question: When did it become mandatory to submit a PCN for finger paints?
Answer: Since January 1, 2021, it has been a legal requirement for manufacturers and importers of hazardous products, including finger paints, to submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) to the EU. This regulation is aimed at improving chemical safety and protecting public health.
Question: How long does it take to submit the UFI and PCN notification?
It takes us a few days’ work. As soon as you upload the documentation, we will get started right away.
Question: Am I the owner of the PCN notification?
Yes, you are the owner of the PCN notification. You retain full ownership of the data you provided. The PCN notification will be accessible in your ECHA account.
Question: Is this service for one product or more?
The service is for one product.
Question: Why do I have to pay to create a UFI?
The service we offer is not just about providing a UFI. The UFI is a component within a much more extensive process. The core service we provide is the preparation and submission of your Poison Centre Notification (PCN) to national appointed bodies through ECHA portal, which is a mandatory requirement under the EU CLP Regulation for placing hazardous mixtures on the market. Generating a UFI is simplest part. The PCN report, however, is complex. It demands detailed ingredient review—chemical classifications—formatted precisely for Poison Centre submission via ECHA.
Question: My company is not based in the EU, how can I submit a PCN?
We provide a solution for companies which are not based in the EU. You can find more information on the PCN & UFI for non-EU companies page.
Question: Can you provide Safety Data Sheets in full compliance with EU Regulation (REACH & CLP)?
Yes, we can create Safety Data Sheets (SDS)— also known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)— tailored to your product and compliant with the latest EU regulations. Whether you are manufacturing chemical mixtures, importing products into the EU, or distributing under a private label, a compliant SDS is legally required and essential for safe use throughout the supply chain. You will find more on the Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS) Creation Service page.
