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.
Poison Centre Notification for Grout Cleaners
Grout cleaners are specially formulated products designed to remove dirt, stains, and buildup from grout lines. These products often contain powerful cleaning agents that can pose health risks if not used properly. To ensure consumer safety and regulatory compliance, a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is required for grout cleaners classified as hazardous, enabling poison centers to provide critical advice during emergencies.
What is a UFI?
The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that uniquely links a product to its specific chemical composition. For grout cleaners, the UFI allows poison centers to quickly identify the product in case of an incident. The UFI must be displayed on the product label near the hazard and precautionary information.
What is a PCN?
A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a mandatory submission for hazardous chemical mixtures sold within the EU. It provides detailed information about the product, including its composition, hazards, and intended use. For grout cleaners, this ensures poison centers can respond effectively to incidents involving accidental exposure or misuse.
What is CLP?
The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation is an EU standard for classifying and labeling chemical products. It ensures that grout cleaners carry clear hazard warnings, safety instructions, and precautionary measures on their labels, helping users handle the products safely.
What is the Poison Centre?
The Poison Centre is a network of institutions that provide support in cases of chemical exposure. By registering grout cleaners with the poison center, manufacturers ensure that healthcare providers and poison centers have immediate access to crucial safety data during emergencies.
Why is This Needed?
Grout cleaners often contain strong chemicals, such as acids or alkalis, that can cause harm if mishandled. Submitting a PCN ensures that poison centers are prepared to assist in incidents involving these products, safeguarding users and enabling prompt medical assistance when needed.
Since When is This by Law Obligatory?
The requirement to submit a PCN for hazardous chemical mixtures, including grout cleaners, has been mandatory since January 1, 2021, under the EU CLP regulation.
FAQ
Question: Do all grout cleaners require a PCN?
Answer: Only grout cleaners classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation require a PCN. Non-hazardous products are exempt.
Question: Where should the UFI be placed on the label?
Answer: The UFI must be displayed on the product label, ideally near the hazard and precautionary information, to ensure it is easy to locate.
Question: What information is included in a PCN for grout cleaners?
Answer: A PCN includes details about the product’s chemical composition, classification, intended use, packaging, and emergency response measures.
Question: What are the consequences of not submitting a PCN?
Answer: Failure to submit a PCN can result in legal penalties, fines, and restrictions on the sale of the product within the EU.
Question: How does the poison center use PCN data?
Answer: Poison centers use PCN data to provide accurate advice and medical guidance in cases of accidental exposure to hazardous products.
Question: When did the obligation for PCN submissions start?
Answer: The obligation has been in effect since January 1, 2021, as part of the EU CLP regulation for hazardous mixtures.
Question: Are grout cleaners for commercial use subject to the same requirements?
Answer: Yes, if grout cleaners for commercial use are classified as hazardous, they must comply with the same PCN and labeling requirements as consumer products.
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.
