PCN & UFI for Gypsum Products

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 Gypsum Products

Gypsum products, such as plasters, floor screeds, and fillers, are primarily based on calcium sulphate and used extensively in construction. While these materials generally pose lower risks compared to some other chemical mixtures, certain formulations may contain additives that could be classified as hazardous under EU regulations. If a gypsum product meets hazardous criteria, it must undergo a Poison Centre Notification (PCN). Submitting a PCN ensures that poison centers can immediately access key details—like chemical composition, safety measures, and first-aid guidance—improving overall safety and enabling quick responses in case of accidental exposure.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that precisely matches a hazardous product to its chemical formulation. For gypsum products classified as hazardous, the UFI must be displayed on the product label, typically near hazard symbols or safety instructions. Poison centers reference this code during emergencies to determine the product’s exact makeup and advise on the correct medical interventions.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a mandatory registration process under EU law for hazardous chemical mixtures. By submitting a PCN for gypsum products, manufacturers and distributors supply poison centers with essential data—covering the mixture’s composition, hazard classification, packaging, and recommended first aid measures—so that healthcare professionals and emergency responders can rapidly and accurately manage exposure incidents.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation ensures all chemical hazards are consistently identified and communicated throughout EU member states. Gypsum products deemed hazardous must display the appropriate hazard symbols, precautionary statements, and a UFI on their labels. This labeling structure promotes safe handling practices and clearer risk awareness among users.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a coordinated network of national poison centers providing urgent advice and treatment guidelines in chemical exposure emergencies. By registering hazardous gypsum products with a PCN, manufacturers give these centers the ability to retrieve the product’s safety information swiftly, ensuring accurate guidance and faster medical support.

Why Is This Needed?

Though many gypsum products are generally low-risk, certain formulations may contain additives (like accelerators, retarders, or fibers) that are hazardous if inhaled, ingested, or if they come into contact with skin or eyes. Having a PCN in place allows poison centers to respond quickly if exposure occurs, thereby helping safeguard workers, end-users, and the public.

Since When Is This by Law Obligatory?

From January 1, 2021, all hazardous chemical mixtures marketed within the EU must comply with the Poison Centre Notification requirements under the CLP regulation. This includes any gypsum-based products that fall under hazardous classifications, ensuring consistent safety and emergency response procedures across EU member states.

FAQ

Question: Are all gypsum products required to have a PCN?

Answer: Only gypsum products classified as hazardous under CLP regulations need to be registered with a PCN. Non-hazardous gypsum products do not require a PCN.

Question: Where can I find the UFI on a hazardous gypsum product?

Answer: The UFI is typically located near hazard symbols or precautionary statements on the product label, making it easily identifiable during emergencies.

Question: What must be included in a PCN for gypsum products?

Answer: A PCN submission should detail the product’s chemical composition, hazard classification, packaging details, intended use, and recommended first aid measures.

Question: Who is responsible for filing the PCN if a gypsum product is hazardous?

Answer: Generally, the manufacturer, importer, or distributor placing the product on the EU market is in charge of submitting the PCN if the product meets hazardous criteria.

Question: What are the consequences of failing to submit a PCN?

Answer: Non-compliance can lead to legal penalties, including fines or restrictions on selling the product in EU member states until the PCN requirement is met.

Question: Do PCN regulations apply to industrial-scale gypsum usage?

Answer: Yes, if the gypsum product is classified as hazardous, it requires a PCN submission regardless of whether it is intended for consumer or professional/industrial applications.

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

Answer: The requirement came into force on January 1, 2021, as part of the EU CLP regulation for 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.