PCN & UFI for Pyrotechnic Products

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 Pyrotechnic Products

Pyrotechnic products are those designed to produce an effect by heat, light, sound, gas, or smoke, or a combination of these, as a result of non-detonative self-sustaining exothermic chemical reactions. These products include fireworks, flares, and other pyrotechnics that are used for entertainment, signaling, or other specific purposes. To ensure the safety of these products, manufacturers must submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) to the Poison Centre. This notification provides critical information regarding the chemical composition, classification, and associated hazards of the product to emergency responders.

What is a UFI?

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character code that uniquely identifies a specific chemical composition in a product. For pyrotechnic products, the UFI is essential for first responders to quickly identify the product’s chemical properties in case of exposure or emergency. The UFI enables quick access to important safety information related to the product’s hazardous ingredients and potential risks.

What is a PCN?

A Poison Centre Notification (PCN) is a detailed report that includes key safety information about a product, such as its chemical composition, hazard classification, and the appropriate safety measures. For pyrotechnic products, submitting a PCN is crucial to ensure that emergency responders have access to accurate data about the product in case of an emergency, like accidental exposure to chemicals or smoke inhalation.

What is CLP?

The Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulation requires manufacturers to classify, label, and package products based on their chemical hazards. CLP ensures that pyrotechnic products are properly labeled with hazard symbols, warning statements, and precautionary measures. This is essential for ensuring that users and emergency responders understand the risks associated with the product and know how to handle them safely in case of an incident.

What is the Poison Centre?

The Poison Centre is a network of national centers that provide emergency support and information regarding chemical exposures and poisoning. The information submitted in a PCN helps the Poison Centre give accurate and immediate advice to healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and the general public in case of accidents involving pyrotechnic products or other hazardous chemicals.

Why is This Needed?

Pyrotechnic products, due to their inherent hazards, require a Poison Centre Notification to ensure public and worker safety. By submitting a PCN, manufacturers ensure that emergency responders have access to accurate and up-to-date safety data. This allows for a quicker, more effective response in the event of an emergency, such as exposure to harmful fumes, chemicals, or flames from pyrotechnic products.

Since When is This by Law Obligatory?

As of January 1, 2021, it is mandatory under EU law for all hazardous products, including pyrotechnic products, to submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) in order to be placed on the European market. This requirement ensures that hazardous products are properly classified, labeled, and the correct safety information is made available to emergency responders.

FAQ

Question: Do I need to submit a PCN for pyrotechnic products?

Answer: Yes, pyrotechnic products are classified as hazardous due to their chemical reactions, and as such, it is mandatory to submit a PCN to the Poison Centres. This helps ensure that emergency responders have access to the necessary information in case of an emergency involving the product.

Question: What information do I need to provide in the PCN for pyrotechnic products?

Answer: The PCN for pyrotechnic products should include the UFI, a detailed list of chemical components, hazard classification under CLP, label information, and safety measures. This helps emergency responders identify the product quickly and know how to handle it safely in the event of an accident.

Question: What happens if I don’t submit a PCN for my pyrotechnic product?

Answer: Failure to submit a PCN can lead to legal consequences, including fines and the removal of the product from the market. Additionally, without proper notification, emergency responders will not have access to critical safety information in case of an exposure or accident involving the product.

Question: How do I submit a PCN for pyrotechnic products?

Answer: To submit a PCN, you will need to compile the necessary information about your product, including its chemical composition, UFI, CLP classification, and safety data. Our company provides services to help you with the entire process, ensuring full compliance with the EU regulations and submitting the required information to the Poison Centre on your behalf.

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.