PCN & UFI for Heavy Duty Stone Cleaners

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 Heavy Duty Cleaning Products for Stone and Similar Surfaces

Heavy-duty cleaning products for stone and similar surfaces, such as outdoor pavements, pathways, and headstones, often contain powerful chemicals to remove tough dirt, grime, and stains. These chemicals can pose risks if not used properly. To ensure user safety and compliance with EU regulations, a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is mandatory for these products, allowing poison centers to provide critical guidance in case of accidental exposure.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a product’s chemical composition. For heavy-duty cleaning products, the UFI is essential for linking the product to its formulation, ensuring accurate identification in emergencies. The UFI must be included on the product label, helping users and poison centers access the necessary safety information quickly.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a legal submission required for hazardous chemical mixtures in the EU. It provides detailed information about the product, including its chemical composition, classification, and usage. For heavy-duty cleaning products, the PCN ensures that poison centers have the data they need to assist in managing incidents such as accidental ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation standardizes how chemical products are classified and labeled within the EU. It requires clear hazard warnings, precautionary statements, and safety instructions on product labels. For heavy-duty cleaning products, compliance with CLP ensures users understand potential risks and know how to handle the product safely.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a network of institutions that provide support in cases of chemical exposure. By registering heavy-duty cleaning products for stone and similar surfaces with the poison center, manufacturers enable healthcare professionals to access vital information quickly, ensuring effective treatment during emergencies.

Why is This Needed?

Heavy-duty cleaning products for stone and similar surfaces often contain strong chemicals, such as acids or alkalis, which can cause serious health issues if mishandled. A PCN ensures poison centers are prepared to address incidents, protecting both users and the environment.

Since When is This by Law Obligatory?

The requirement to submit a PCN for hazardous mixtures, including heavy-duty cleaning products, has been mandatory since January 1, 2021, under the EU CLP regulation.

FAQ

Question: Are all heavy-duty cleaning products for stone and similar surfaces subject to PCN requirements?

Answer: Only products classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation are subject to PCN requirements. Non-hazardous products are exempt.

Question: Where should the UFI be displayed?

Answer: The UFI must be printed on the product label, ideally near the hazard and precautionary information, to ensure it is easy to find.

Question: What happens if a product does not comply with CLP labeling requirements?

Answer: Non-compliance with CLP labeling can result in legal penalties, fines, and restrictions on the sale of the product within the EU.

Question: How does the Poison Centre use PCN information?

Answer: The poison center uses the PCN data to provide healthcare professionals with accurate information during incidents, ensuring proper medical care is delivered promptly.

Question: Are products for outdoor pavements and pathways treated differently under PCN requirements?

Answer: No, the same PCN requirements apply to all hazardous chemical mixtures, including those for outdoor pavements, pathways, and headstones, if classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation.

Question: What are the consequences of not submitting a PCN for a hazardous product?

Answer: Failing to submit a PCN can lead to fines, legal penalties, and the removal of the product from the EU market.

Question: When did the obligation to submit a PCN come into effect?

Answer: The obligation has been in effect since January 1, 2021, as part of the EU CLP regulation for hazardous 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.