Question 1

What letters and numbers are not used for the UFI?

Accepted Answer

All numbers between 0 and 9 may be used for the UFI. However, the letters B, I, L, O and Z may not be used to avoid confusion with other characters: B could be confused with 8; I and L could be confused with 1; O could be confused with 0 (zero); and Z could be confused with 2.

Question 2

What is the format of the UFI?

Accepted Answer

The code is preceded by UFI in capital letters, followed by a colon “UFI:” then the alphanumeric 16-digit code, which is separated into four sections by hyphens.Example: UFI: VDU1-414F-1003-1862.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the UFI?

Accepted Answer

The purpose of the UFI is first and foremost rapid and clear identification of the chemical composition of a product in the event of an emergency call to Tox Info Suisse. Use the chemical composition of the product filed in the Chemicals Product Register (RPC), the necessary medical measures can be recommended by Tox Info Suisse and initiated by the treating physician.

Question 4

Where can the UFI be found?

Accepted Answer

According to Art. 15a of the Chemicals Ordinance, the UFI, preceded by the acronym “UFI:” in capital letters, must be printed in a clearly visible, legible and indelible manner on the label of chemical products. It must also be recorded in the Chemicals Product Register (RPC) at the time of notification.

Question 5

What does the acronym UFI stand for?

Accepted Answer

The acronym UFI stands for “Unique Formula Identifier”.

Question 6

What is the Unique Formula Identifier (UFI)?

Accepted Answer

The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that must be applied on the labels of chemical products that are classified as hazardous on the basis of their health and physical effects (H3xx or H2xx), and enables reference to the information on the composition of the product filed in the Chemicals Product Register (www.rpc.admin.ch).

FAQ Unique Formula Identifier (UFI)