IMDS Software for Compliance, Reporting and Automation
Ensure compliance with international regulations and manage material data efficiently across your supply chain – with our powerful IMDS software solution tailored to the needs of the automotive industry.
Automate IMDS Data Management
Streamline material data submission, validation, and reporting with intelligent automation – reducing manual effort and ensuring data accuracy across all IMDS-relevant processes.
Ensure Global Automotive Compliance
Meet international regulatory requirements such as ELV, RRR, REACH, TSCA and more – with a scalable solution designed for both OEMs and suppliers across the global automotive supply chain.
Achieve Supply Chain Transparency and Carbon Insights
Gain full visibility into material and supplier data across the entire value chain – including the ability to calculate Product Carbon Footprints and support your sustainability goals.
IMDS Compliance Integration Made Easy – Trusted by OEMs and Suppliers
End-to-end IMDS compliance – beyond ELV
Meet ELV, REACH, RoHS, TSCA, and Cal Prop 65 requirements with a centralized solution for regulatory and customer-specific declarations like Ford RSMS and GMW3059.
RRR-ready reporting and material analysis
Calculate and report Reusability, Recyclability and Recoverability (RRR) quotas in line with ISO 22628 and GB/T 30512 – and identify optimisation potential across your portfolio.
Streamlined supplier engagement & tracking
Request product data via IMDS, set due dates, and automate reminders – while tracking supplier response quality and MDS completeness in real time.
Cross-regulatory reporting made simple
Generate SCIP submissions and prepare standard-compliant RoHS and REACH letters – with full traceability of deadlines, recipients, and acceptance status.
Automated checks for legal and data quality
Ensure MDS integrity with built-in legal, regulatory, and plausibility checks – before submission to customers or IMDS & CAMDS platforms.
Built-in sustainability intelligence with PCF support
Use product and material data to calculate PCFs in line with the Catena-X rulebook – supporting ESG goals and responsible sourcing.
Your All-in-One Software for IMDS and Beyond
Get a single source of truth for IMDS and global product compliance – with Compliance Intelligence, the central platform for managing material data, regulatory requirements, and supplier submissions.
IMDS 15: What’s New – And How to Stay Compliant
Join our free webinar to explore the key changes in IMDS 15.0, see live demos of iPoint solutions, and get expert insights on what’s next in automotive compliance.
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How Hella Manages Compliance and Sustainability Data
Watch Oliver Schmid, Material Compliance Manager at Hella, as he explains how the automotive supplier uses IMDS to collect, manage, and leverage material data for compliance and sustainability across the supply chain.
Joynext Thrives with iPoint Compliance
iPoint Compliance transformed Joynext's processes, enabling them to achieve remarkable efficiency and accuracy in material compliance management.
Frequently Asked Questions on IMDS
Explore common questions about IMDS, CAMDS, regulatory compliance, and how our compliance software helps automotive suppliers and OEMs manage material data efficiently.
The International Material Data System (IMDS) is a globally standardized platform for exchanging and managing material data in the automotive industry. Operated since 2001 by DXC Technology and used by over 53 automobile manufacturers and 120,000 suppliers worldwide, IMDS captures detailed chemical and material compositions of automotive components and materials. IMDS data ensures compliance with international substance regulations (e.g., ELV, REACH, RoHS) and supports recycling calculations according to ISO 22628, required for the EU vehicle type approval process.
While IMDS usage is not legally mandated, it is a de facto requirement in the automotive industry. Most Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) require their suppliers to submit material data through IMDS as part of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Therefore, to do business with major automotive manufacturers, suppliers must be proficient in using IMDS.
The Global Automotive Declarable Substance List (GADSL) is a standardized list used across the automotive industry to identify and manage substances that are regulated, restricted, or prohibited. By adhering to GADSL through IMDS reporting, suppliers can effectively track compliance, minimize risks, and ensure their products meet international automotive regulatory standards, facilitating global market access and customer acceptance.
The China Automotive Material Data System (CAMDS) is China's equivalent to IMDS, developed specifically to comply with Chinese automotive regulations and standards. While IMDS focuses primarily on global regulations like ELV and REACH, CAMDS addresses China-specific substance requirements, making it essential for automotive suppliers and OEMs operating or selling vehicles in the Chinese market.
Yes, advanced compliance software solutions, like iPoint Compliance Intelligence, allow companies to seamlessly integrate IMDS and CAMDS data management in a single system. This combined approach simplifies compliance processes, streamlines reporting efforts, and ensures consistent and accurate data across different regulatory frameworks.
The IMDS Chemistry Manager supports automotive manufacturers and suppliers by simplifying the management of chemical substances listed in the Global Automotive Declarable Substance List (GADSL). It helps users easily identify restricted or reportable substances within their product data, ensuring accurate material declarations and compliance with international automotive standards and customer-specific requirements.
