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.
Registering Ambient Deodorisers with the Poison Centre
Ambient deodorisers are products designed specifically to eliminate or mask odors in enclosed spaces such as wardrobes, cupboards, household appliances like refrigerators, and objects like rubbish bins. These products do not fall under the category of room deodorisers or deodorising products for textiles, carpets, shoes, or vehicles. Under EU regulations, it is mandatory to submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) for ambient deodorisers to ensure that emergency responders have access to essential safety data in the event of exposure or incidents.
What is a UFI?
A UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) is a unique code that identifies a specific product formula. For ambient deodorisers, the UFI ensures that emergency responders can access critical information about the product’s chemical composition, helping them respond effectively in case of exposure. It is an essential part of the Poison Centre Notification process.
What is a PCN?
A PCN (Poison Centre Notification) is a mandatory report submitted to the Poison Centre, providing detailed safety data about a product. For ambient deodorisers, the PCN includes information on the product’s ingredients, hazards, first-aid measures, and emergency contact details. The PCN ensures that emergency responders can take appropriate action if an incident occurs involving the product.
What is CLP?
CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging) is the European Union regulation for classifying, labeling, and packaging chemicals. Under CLP, ambient deodorisers must be labeled with the appropriate hazard symbols, safety warnings, and instructions for safe use. This helps protect users and emergency responders by providing clear information on handling potential risks.
What is the Poison Centre?
The Poison Centre is a centralized database that stores safety information about hazardous substances used in consumer products. By registering an ambient deodoriser with the Poison Centre, manufacturers ensure that emergency responders and poison control centers have access to vital data in case of exposure, aiding in the prompt and safe management of incidents.
Why is This Needed?
Ambient deodorisers contain chemicals that could pose health risks if mishandled or if accidental exposure occurs. A Poison Centre Notification ensures that emergency responders and healthcare providers have all the necessary information to manage any incidents involving these products. It helps safeguard public health and ensures quick, informed responses in emergencies.
Since When is This by Law Obligatory?
Since January 1, 2021, it has been a legal requirement to submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) for hazardous products, including ambient deodorisers, under EU regulations. This requirement was introduced to enhance consumer safety and ensure emergency responders have access to crucial product information in case of an emergency.
FAQ
Question: Do ambient deodorisers need to be registered with the Poison Centre?
Answer: Yes, ambient deodorisers must be registered with the Poison Centre if they are classified as hazardous under CLP regulations. This ensures that emergency responders have access to safety data in the event of an incident.
Question: What is the UFI used for in ambient deodorisers?
Answer: The UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) is used to uniquely identify a specific formulation of an ambient deodoriser. It allows emergency responders to quickly access safety data related to the product’s composition in case of an emergency.
Question: What is the purpose of submitting a PCN for ambient deodorisers?
Answer: The purpose of submitting a PCN (Poison Centre Notification) is to provide essential safety information about the ambient deodoriser to the Poison Centre. This ensures that emergency responders and healthcare professionals have the necessary data to respond effectively to incidents involving the product.
Question: How does CLP apply to ambient deodorisers?
Answer: Under CLP (Classification, Labelling, and Packaging), ambient deodorisers must be labeled with hazard symbols, safety warnings, and handling instructions. This helps protect consumers and responders by clearly indicating the product’s potential risks and how to handle them safely.
Question: When did it become mandatory to submit a PCN for ambient deodorisers?
Answer: The legal requirement to submit a Poison Centre Notification (PCN) for ambient deodorisers became mandatory on January 1, 2021. This regulation was introduced to improve public safety and ensure that emergency responders have access to critical product information.
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.
