PCN & UFI for Laundry Rinse Agents

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 Rinse Agents for Laundry (Excluding Biocidal Products)

Rinse agents for laundry, used in the final rinse cycle to improve rinsing performance and reduce detergent residue, may contain chemicals like surfactants or conditioners that could pose health or environmental risks if misused. If such a rinse agent is classified as hazardous under EU regulations, it requires a Poison Centre Notification (PCN). Submitting a PCN ensures that poison centers have immediate access to vital details, including chemical composition, hazard classification, and safe handling instructions, enabling a swift and accurate medical response in the event of an accidental exposure.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that connects a hazardous product to its specific chemical formulation. For rinse agents classified as hazardous, this code must appear on the product label, typically near hazard symbols or warning statements. Poison centers use the UFI during emergencies to identify the exact product composition, allowing them to provide targeted first-aid or medical recommendations.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a mandatory submission under EU regulations for any chemical mixture deemed hazardous. By filing a PCN for a laundry rinse agent, manufacturers and distributors supply poison centers with critical data—ranging from ingredients and hazard classifications to recommended emergency procedures. This ensures healthcare professionals can respond rapidly and effectively if an accidental exposure occurs.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation unifies chemical hazard communication throughout EU member states. Rinse agents that meet the hazardous classification thresholds must display hazard symbols, risk/precaution statements, and the UFI on their labels. This labeling approach promotes informed handling and helps users identify potential risks.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a network of national poison centers responsible for providing urgent advice and treatment recommendations in cases of chemical exposure. By registering hazardous rinse agents with a PCN, manufacturers ensure that these centers can retrieve product information quickly, thus enabling more accurate and timely responses during emergencies.

Why is This Needed?

Rinse agents might contain chemicals that, if incorrectly used or if there is accidental contact, can lead to skin irritation, eye damage, or other health issues. A PCN guarantees poison centers can swiftly access the product’s safety profile, reducing the likelihood of severe outcomes and adhering to EU safety guidelines.

Since When is This by Law Obligatory?

As of January 1, 2021, any hazardous chemical mixture—including certain rinse agents—must be registered with a Poison Centre Notification under EU CLP regulations. This helps maintain consistent safety procedures and effective emergency response protocols across EU member states.

FAQ

Question: Do all laundry rinse agents require a PCN?

Answer: Only rinse agents classified as hazardous under CLP regulations need a PCN. Products not considered hazardous do not require registration.

Question: Where should the UFI be displayed on the product label?

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

Question: What details must be submitted in a PCN for rinse agents?

Answer: A PCN includes the product’s chemical composition, hazard classification, packaging format, recommended first-aid measures, and usage guidelines. This data facilitates prompt action during emergencies.

Question: Who is responsible for submitting the PCN?

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

Question: What are the consequences of failing to submit a PCN for a hazardous rinse agent?

Answer: Non-compliance can result in legal penalties, including fines or restrictions on selling the product in EU markets until PCN requirements are fulfilled.

Question: When did PCN requirements for hazardous chemical mixtures come into effect?

Answer: The PCN requirement took effect on January 1, 2021, under the EU CLP regulation, to unify and enhance chemical safety measures across all EU member states.

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.