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 Stone, Tile, and Grout Cleaning/Care Products
Stone, tile, and grout cleaning/care products are essential for maintaining the appearance and durability of flooring, walls, and other surfaces. These products, which are formulated for specific materials and applications, often contain chemicals that could be harmful if mishandled. A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is required to ensure that essential product information is available to poison centers in the event of accidental exposure or misuse.
What is a UFI?
The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code required for all hazardous chemical mixtures in the EU. For stone, tile, and grout cleaning products, the UFI is printed on the label and serves as a unique link between the product and its specific formulation. In case of an emergency, the UFI allows poison centers to identify the product quickly.
What is a PCN?
A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a legal obligation for companies placing hazardous mixtures on the EU market. It involves submitting detailed information about the product’s composition, hazards, and safe usage to the relevant poison center. This ensures that medical professionals can provide prompt and effective advice during an incident involving stone, tile, and grout cleaning products.
What is CLP?
The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation is an EU law that mandates proper hazard classification and labeling for chemical products. CLP-compliant labels on stone, tile, and grout cleaning products include hazard pictograms, risk phrases, precautionary statements, and instructions for safe use to inform and protect users.
What is the Poison Centre?
The Poison Centre is a centralized network of national poison centers that provides critical guidance and support in cases of chemical exposure. When a product is registered with the poison center, it ensures that healthcare professionals can access the necessary data to deliver immediate and accurate treatment recommendations.
Why is This Needed?
Stone, tile, and grout cleaning products may contain substances that can cause skin irritation, respiratory issues, or other health problems if improperly used. A PCN ensures that poison centers can quickly identify the product and provide tailored medical advice in case of an incident. This improves safety for both consumers and professional users.
Since When is This by Law Obligatory?
The requirement to submit a PCN for hazardous chemical mixtures, including stone, tile, and grout cleaning products, has been mandatory under the EU CLP regulation since January 1, 2021. This applies to all new mixtures and products on the market.
FAQ
Question: Is a PCN required for all stone, tile, and grout cleaning products?
Answer: Only products classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation require a PCN. Non-hazardous products are exempt.
Question: Where can I find the UFI on a cleaning product?
Answer: The UFI is typically located on the product label near the safety instructions or hazard warnings.
Question: Why is CLP labeling important for these cleaning products?
Answer: CLP labeling provides clear information about the risks associated with the product and instructions for safe use, helping to prevent accidents and harm.
Question: How does the Poison Centre use PCN information?
Answer: The Poison Centre uses PCN data to provide healthcare professionals with accurate and timely advice in cases of accidental exposure to a product.
Question: What happens if I do not comply with PCN regulations?
Answer: Non-compliance can result in fines, legal penalties, or restrictions on the sale of the product within the EU.
Question: When did the PCN requirement come into effect for these products?
Answer: The requirement became mandatory on January 1, 2021, for all hazardous mixtures under the EU CLP regulation.
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.
