Sometimes it's good to stop and take a breath.
It's good to see the path you've walked and enjoy the views.
Today, I wanted to do just that—to summarize what we've learned together from these 4 PCN articles.
If you've been following our series on Voluntary Poison Centre Notifications (PCN), we’ve covered a lot of ground. But if you missed some posts (or just didn’t have time to read them all), here’s a quick recap of the most important takeaways:
✅ What is a Voluntary PCN & When Should You Use It?
A Voluntary PCN allows companies to proactively notify authorities about hazardous mixtures before they’re legally required to. This can be a strategic move, especially for companies operating across multiple EU markets. (Read more)
✅ Who Benefits: Importers or Manufacturers?
Both importers and manufacturers can benefit, but for different reasons. Importers can use it to gain regulatory clarity, while manufacturers can reduce the burden on their supply chain partners. (Read more)
✅ The Biggest Pitfall: Why a Voluntary UFI Won’t Solve Everything
A common mistake? Assuming that a Voluntary PCN will automatically solve all UFI-related issues. It won’t. There are still traceability, formulation, and compliance gaps to consider. (Read more)
✅ How to Submit a Voluntary PCN – The Process
A step-by-step guide on how to correctly submit a Voluntary PCN to avoid compliance headaches down the line. (Read more)
What’s Next?
We still have 4 more posts coming in this series! If you want to stay ahead of the curve on Voluntary PCNs, keep following along. And if you have any questions—simply e-mail me.
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