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 Other Products for Chemical or Technical Processes
Various chemical and technical process products are used across industries for specialized applications. These can include processing aids, industrial additives, and other formulations not covered under specific categories. If these products contain hazardous substances, they must be registered with the Poison Centre through a Poison Centre Notification (PCN). This ensures that emergency responders have accurate information to provide immediate medical assistance in case of exposure.
What is a UFI?
The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code required on product labels and safety data sheets. It is used by poison centers to quickly identify the exact composition of a product during an emergency.
What is a PCN?
A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a regulatory requirement under the EU’s CLP regulation. It involves submitting detailed information about a chemical mixture, including its formula, hazard classification, and safety measures, to the Poison Centre. This helps ensure proper medical response in case of accidental exposure.
What is CLP?
The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation establishes a uniform system for identifying and communicating hazards associated with chemicals within the EU. It ensures that products are clearly labeled and that users have access to critical safety information.
What is the Poison Centre?
The Poison Centre is a network of national organizations responsible for providing medical advice in cases of chemical exposure. By registering a product with the Poison Centre, manufacturers and suppliers ensure that healthcare professionals can access vital information about hazardous substances.
Why is This Needed?
Many chemical and technical process products contain substances that may be hazardous if inhaled, ingested, or come into contact with skin. A PCN ensures that first responders and healthcare providers have the necessary information to manage poisoning incidents effectively, minimizing health risks.
Since When is This by Law Obligatory?
Since January 1, 2021, all hazardous chemical mixtures placed on the EU market must be registered with the Poison Centre under Annex VIII of the CLP regulation. This requirement improves safety and emergency response across the European Union.
FAQ
Question: Do all chemical or technical process products require a PCN?
Answer: If a product contains hazardous substances classified under the CLP regulation, a PCN must be submitted before it can be marketed in the EU.
Question: What information is included in a PCN submission?
Answer: A PCN submission must include the UFI, product composition, hazard classification, toxicological information, and emergency response recommendations.
Question: What are the consequences of not submitting a PCN?
Answer: Failure to comply with PCN regulations can lead to fines, sales restrictions, and increased legal liability in case of poisoning incidents.
Question: How can I submit a PCN for my product?
Answer: PCN submissions are made through the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) portal. Our company offers a complete service, including UFI generation, CLP-compliant labeling, PCN report preparation, and product registration with the Poison Centre.
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.
