- What is the U.F.I.?
The UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies the composition of a hazardous chemical mixture. The main points about the UFI are:
- It is an obligation for companies that manufacture or import hazardous chemical mixtures to generate and place the UFI code on the product labeling and safety data sheet.
- The UFI is generated through a web-based tool provided by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), using the batch number of the mixture and the company identification number.
- The objective of the UFI is to allow quick and accurate access to toxicological information in case of emergency, facilitating the identification of the exact composition of the product.
- The UFI is unique for each blend composition, even if it is marketed under different brand names in different countries.
- It is mandatory to place the UFI code near the hazard pictograms on the product labeling, as well as to include it in the safety data sheet.
In short, the UFI is a unique identifier that allows authorities and poison control centers to quickly access detailed information on the composition of a hazardous chemical mixture in the event of an emergency.
