PCN & UFI for Dishwasher Salt

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:

*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.

Poison Centre Notification for Dishwasher Salt

Dishwasher salt, primarily used to soften water and enhance the cleaning performance of automatic dishwashers, may appear benign but can still contain additives or impurities that qualify it as hazardous under EU regulations. If a dishwasher salt product meets the criteria for hazard classification, it requires a Poison Centre Notification (PCN). By submitting a PCN, manufacturers and distributors enable poison centers to retrieve the product’s chemical composition, hazard details, and relevant first-aid measures, facilitating quick and accurate advice in accidental exposure or misuse scenarios.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that uniquely links a hazardous product to its specific chemical formulation. For dishwasher salt classified as hazardous, the UFI must be clearly visible on the product label, commonly near any hazard symbols or safety instructions. In emergencies, poison centers reference this code to identify the product’s precise makeup and deliver correct medical or first-aid recommendations.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a legally required submission under EU law for chemical mixtures deemed hazardous. Filing a PCN for dishwasher salt guarantees that poison centers receive essential details about the product’s composition, hazard classification, packaging, and recommended first-aid steps. This knowledge allows healthcare professionals and emergency responders to act swiftly and accurately if accidental exposure occurs.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation harmonizes how chemicals are classified and labeled across EU member states. If dishwasher salt meets the hazardous classification criteria, it must display the appropriate hazard symbols, precautionary statements, and the UFI on its packaging. This labeling system helps users recognize any potential risks and observe safe handling guidelines.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a coordinated network of national poison centers providing urgent medical advice when chemical exposures arise. By registering hazardous dishwasher salt with a PCN, manufacturers ensure these centers have instant access to the product’s critical safety data—significantly enhancing the accuracy and speed of emergency interventions if an incident takes place.

Why is This Needed?

Although dishwasher salt is commonly regarded as a straightforward product, certain formulations or impurities might pose health risks if ingested, inhaled, or contacted with skin or eyes. Submitting a PCN makes certain that poison centers can quickly access comprehensive safety information, reducing harm and aligning with EU regulations that promote consistent safety standards.

Since When is This by Law Obligatory?

As of January 1, 2021, any product classified as hazardous—including dishwasher salt—must be registered via a PCN under the EU’s CLP regulations. This measure guarantees consistent emergency responses and safety measures across member states.

FAQ

Question: Do all dishwasher salt products require a PCN?

Answer: Only products classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation need a PCN. Non-hazardous dishwasher salts do not require registration.

Question: Where should the UFI be shown on the label?

Answer: The UFI is typically printed near the hazard symbols or precautionary statements, ensuring it can be quickly identified by poison centers in an emergency.

Question: What information is included in a PCN for dishwasher salt?

Answer: A PCN contains the product’s chemical composition, hazard classification, packaging specifics, usage instructions, and recommended first aid measures, aiding poison centers in responding effectively to accidental exposures.

Question: Who is responsible for submitting the PCN?

Answer: Typically, the manufacturer, importer, or distributor placing the hazardous product on the EU market is responsible for filing the PCN, if the product meets the criteria for hazardous classification.

Question: What penalties apply if I do not submit a PCN when required?

Answer: Non-compliance may lead to legal penalties, including fines or product recalls, or a ban on sales within the EU until the PCN obligations are met.

Question: When did the PCN requirement for hazardous products come into effect?

Answer: The requirement took effect on January 1, 2021, as part of the EU CLP regulation for all hazardous chemical mixtures.

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.