- What is the U.F.I.?
The UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) is an alphanumeric code that links the information reported to Poison Centers regarding the composition of a hazardous mixture to that specific mixture. The key points regarding the UFI are:
- It must be created by companies that report mixtures classified as hazardous due to their health or physical effects: importers and downstream users, and, as of January 1, 2027, certain distributors as well.
- It is generated for free using the ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) online tool, based on the company’s VAT number and a formula number assigned by the company itself.
- It consists of 16 characters in four blocks; for example, UFI: 3000-A0PG-V004-2074.
- This allows the poison control center to immediately identify the exact composition of the product in the event of poisoning.
- The same composition may share the same UFI even if it is sold under different names. If the composition changes in accordance with the terms set forth in the regulations, a new UFI must be created.
- It is usually listed on the label, preceded by “UFI:”. For unpackaged mixtures, it is listed in the safety data sheet, and for industrial-use mixtures, it may be listed in the SDS instead of on the label.
In short, the UFI allows poison control centers to quickly access the composition of a hazardous mixture in an emergency. If you need to report your mixtures or generate your UFIs, we can assist you with reporting to the poison control centers.
