PCN & UFI for Other Laundry Detergents

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 Other Laundry Detergents

Other laundry detergents, which fall outside the common categories (like standard household or professional-use detergents), may still contain chemical ingredients that could be hazardous under EU regulations. If a detergent formulation meets the hazard classification criteria, it must undergo a Poison Centre Notification (PCN). By submitting a PCN, manufacturers and distributors ensure that poison centers can access critical safety data—such as chemical composition, hazard classification, and first-aid measures—thus expediting an accurate medical response if accidental exposure occurs.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that matches a hazardous product to its exact chemical makeup. For other laundry detergents deemed hazardous, the UFI should be displayed on the product label, typically near hazard symbols or safety warnings. During emergencies, poison centers rely on this code to determine the product’s composition quickly, allowing them to provide targeted and effective medical advice.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a mandatory submission required under EU law for chemical mixtures classified as hazardous. In the case of other laundry detergents, a PCN provides poison centers with essential details, such as the detergent’s ingredients, hazard ranking, usage instructions, and recommended first-aid procedures. This information is vital for healthcare professionals to respond promptly and correctly when handling any accidental exposure incident.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation standardizes how chemicals are identified and labeled across EU member states. If other laundry detergents are classified as hazardous, their packaging must feature hazard symbols, risk/precautionary statements, and the UFI. This labeling helps users recognize potential risks and take appropriate safety measures.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a collaborative network of national poison centers that delivers urgent medical advice in the event of chemical exposures. By registering a hazardous detergent with the Poison Centre via a PCN, companies ensure that the relevant data is on hand for healthcare professionals, facilitating faster, more accurate interventions.

Why is This Needed?

Other laundry detergents, despite differing from conventional consumer or professional-use detergents, may still contain solvents, surfactants, or other substances that pose health hazards if inhaled, ingested, or in contact with skin or eyes. A PCN guarantees that poison centers can reference the necessary safety data quickly, enabling effective care and compliance with EU safety regulations.

Since When is This by Law Obligatory?

From January 1, 2021, any hazardous chemical mixture, including other laundry detergents, has been required to submit a PCN under EU CLP regulations. This legislation aims to unify safety standards and ensure swift emergency responses within the EU.

FAQ

Question: Do all “other” laundry detergents need a PCN?

Answer: Only products classified as hazardous under the CLP regulation require a PCN. If the detergent is non-hazardous, there is no need for registration.

Question: Where is the UFI located on the product label?

Answer: The UFI is usually printed near any hazard warnings or safety instructions, ensuring it’s easily accessible during an emergency incident.

Question: What information must be included in a PCN for these detergents?

Answer: A PCN outlines the product’s chemical composition, hazard classification, recommended first aid, usage directives, and packaging details, enabling poison centers to respond effectively.

Question: Who is responsible for filing the PCN?

Answer: Typically, the manufacturer, importer, or distributor placing the hazardous product on the EU market must handle the PCN submission.

Question: Are non-hazardous detergents also subject to PCN requirements?

Answer: No, only detergents classified as hazardous under CLP regulations are subject to PCN registration. Non-hazardous detergents are not required to register.

Question: What are the penalties for failing to submit a PCN?

Answer: Non-compliance may lead to legal repercussions, including fines or product restrictions, until the PCN obligations are met.

Question: When did the PCN requirement for hazardous detergents become effective?

Answer: The requirement was instituted on January 1, 2021, under EU CLP regulations, ensuring uniformity in emergency response protocols throughout 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.