Complete Guide to EU CLP-PCN-UFI Registration
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EU CLP-PCN-UFI Registration Complete Guide
I. Concept Explanation
CLP Regulation (EC No 1272/2008): Uniform rules for the classification, labeling, and packaging of chemicals in the European Union.
PCN (Poison Centre Notification): Submitting product notifications to the ECHA Poison Centre portal.
UFI (Unique Formula Identifier): A 16-digit alphanumeric code printed on the product label for use in emergency situations requiring precise medical intervention.
II. Scope of Application
The following products must undergo PCN-UFI registration before being sold in the EU market:
1. Mixtures: Including cleaning agents, paints, adhesives, cosmetics, air fresheners, gardening supplies, etc.
2. Hazardous Chemicals: Products classified as hazardous to human health or physically according to the CLP Regulation.
3. Special Exemptions: Pure substances, pure pharmaceutical products, and cosmetic ingredients may be partially exempt (each exemption requires individual assessment).
III. Application Steps
1. Preparation
Confirm that the product complies with the CLP Regulation. 1. Hazard Classification (Health, Physical, Environmental Hazards)
Prepare a complete formulation (accurate to CAS number, concentration percentage, and component function)
Obtain an SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
2. Apply for a UFI Code
Generate it through your SPC (Submitter's Portal Company) account on the ECHA portal
Path: ECHA website → PCN portal → Create company account
The UFI must correspond one-to-one with the product formulation; a new code must be generated if the formulation changes.
3. Create and Submit a PCN
Log in to the ECHA Toxic Center Notification Portal
Select submission language (multi-language is recommended, including the official language of the product's country of sale)
Fill in the information:
Product identification (UFI, product name, color, form, packaging specifications, etc.)
Complete formulation (all components and concentrations)
Hazard classification
Toxicological information
Label information
4. Submission and Payment
Submit to the ECHA central portal; the system automatically distributes it to member countries.
Payment fee: Free (Toxic Center notifications do not incur official fees)
Companies can submit themselves. Alternatively, engage a third-party compliance service provider (DEZEW Testing CNAS Registration No.: L8083)
5. Labeling and Packaging Requirements
The UFI code must be prominently displayed on the product packaging (ideally adjacent to the ingredient information or hazard statement).
It must also comply with the CLP regulations regarding pictograms, signal words, and hazard statements (H/P phrases).
The label text must be in the official language of the country of sale.
IV. Key Timelines
January 1, 2021: UFI-PCN is mandatory for all hazardous mixtures intended for consumer use.
After January 1, 2021: Mixtures intended for professional use will also be subject to mandatory UFI-PCN starting in 2024.
New product registration: Must be completed before being placed on the market.
V. Requirements for E-commerce Platforms such as Amazon
Selling hazardous chemicals on Amazon EU sites (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, etc.) requires uploading a PCN registration certificate + UFI number.
Backend path: Account Status → Compliance → Product Compliance → Upload Certificate
The review period is typically 1-3 days. One working day
VI. Consequences of Violation
Regulatory bodies in EU member states can impose fines, product recalls, and market bans on non-compliant products.
The French DGCCRF, the Italian Ministry of Health, and EU Customs can all enforce the law.
Severe cases may result in economic penalties of tens of thousands of euros.
Key Considerations
1. UFI Bound to Formulation: Any formulation adjustment or component replacement exceeding ±5% concentration requires a new UFI to be generated and re-reported.
2. Multi-Country Sales: All sales countries must be selected in the PCN; the system will automatically synchronize.
3. Special Purpose Mixtures: A 3-year grace period is available, but an application for delayed use is required.
4. Confidentiality: Formulation information is confidential to ECHA and is only decrypted and accessed by the Poison Center in emergency medical situations.
5. Recommended Solution: Companies with complex formulations and numerous product categories are advised to use third-party tools (such as UL, Toxnot, SciFinder) for batch management to avoid human error.
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