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You know the milestones of the EU Action Plan, have gained an overview of the requirements of the SCIP database and know who is affected by the reporting obligations to the ECHA. You know the procedures for your data submission, are prepared for the preparation of the SCIP notification and can therefore plan your own data preparation schedule.

When processing SCIP dossiers, you will understand the required terms and the meaning of mandatory and optional fields. You will also know how you can transfer the SCIP dossier (manually or automatically, S2S key). This serves as a basis for learning the practical implementation in the next step (see course 6181).

In addition, you will be informed about sanctions for non-compliance with your SCIP reporting obligations and know how to avoid possible fines.

The course is held online and in English.

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Creating SCIP dossiers in the IMDS (6183)

06/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:10 (CECET)

Online

IMDS en
SCIP en

Objective

You will gain an overview of the SCIP reporting requirements and find out what you need to do in the IMDS to safely use the “SCIP transmissions” function. You will also learn how to integrate the existing S2S key into your IMDS account and understand the various SCIP attributes in the IMDS. You will be able to analyze the affected material data sheets (MDS) in the IMDS using the where-used list and independently transmit these MDSs to the SCIP database via the IMDS interface.

The course is held online and in English.

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Understanding and applying the GADSL (6192)

10/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 17:20 (CECET)

Online

IMDS en

Objective

Get to know the GADSL: The Global Automotive Declarable Substance List (GADSL) is a tool used by the automotive industry to communicate information about chemical substances in components. It is used to improve transparency along the supply chain and ensure that products comply with global legal requirements. The GADSL is regularly updated to reflect new findings on substances and their risks.

You will learn about the background and international objectives of the GADSL. You will learn about the regional structure of the GASG, the organization and its members. You will learn about the structure of the Excel-based GADSL list and its criteria for the inclusion of new basic substances. This will enable you to find GADSL-categorized basic substances in the IMDS database and identify critical basic substances in good time. In addition, you will learn all about the new Critical Raw Materials (CRM) basic substance group and its reporting obligation since 2022. You now have the most important aspects for declaring your data in compliance with the law.

The course is held online and in English.

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Exam preparation IMDS Expert (cert.)

10/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:10 (CECET)

Online

Certification
IMDS en

This exam preparation serves as a preliminary stage to the actual IMDS Expert (cert.) exam, which will be taken at a later date (dates to follow). It marks the start of the decisive phase in which you independently review and consolidate the knowledge you have acquired in the IMDS Skills Pyramid seminars (Levels 1-2) and, if necessary, attend any remaining courses in order to successfully pass the IMDS Expert (cert.) exam.

Further information can be found under IMDS Expert Certificate.

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Automating MDS requests (6115)

11/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:10 (CECET)

Online

IMDS en

Objective

You know the functions of the IMDS to request material data sheets from your suppliers by means of the system and can evaluate and safely use this request mechanism in your company. You are able to answer requests from your customers, link them to existing MDS or reject them if necessary.

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The course is held online and in English.

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SCIP and IUCLID in practice: Implementing SVHC reporting obligations (6181)

12/11/25

13:00 (CECET) - 17:30 (CECET)

Online

SCIP en

Objective

You are familiar with the SCIP notification procedure and the ECHA IT tool IUCLID and can work offline, online or in your own IT systems in IUCLID format. You know how to access ECHA services and tools. You will also be familiar with the options for submitting data and will be able to plan your own dossier preparation schedule. You know about the information requirements for SCIP dossiers and can fill in mandatory and optional fields with confidence. You have an overview of the IUCLID functionalities and can reliably create and submit your SCIP dossiers to ECHA.

The course is held online and in English.

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Automate MDS updates (6116)

12/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:10 (CECET)

Online

IMDS en

Objective

You know the functions of the IMDS to automatically update material data sheets using the system. You are able to check your MDS for up-to-dateness and can deliver them updated in the IMDS to your customers. You know the change management specifications in the IMDS, can implement them in your company and are aware of current update requirements.

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The course is held online and in English.

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PFAS - Understanding and implementing current requirements (6217)

13/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:00 (CECET)

Online

REACH + PFAS en

Objective

You know the definitions and widespread applications of PFAS. You know what the consequences are for your products, how to prepare ac-cordingly and how you should act in concrete terms according to REACh-Annex XV. After individual assistance, you can assess whether your products comply with the REACh regulation. You’ll know different approaches and the next steps in the process, so you can put in place needs-based PFAS compliance strategies. You will also be able to ana-lyze and detect PFAS in IMDS.

The course is held online and in English.

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IMDS Insights 2025: Sustainability, Compliance & Future Trends

18/11/25 - 27/11/25

15:00 (CECET) - 15:45 (CECET)

Online

IMDS en

Join our exclusive English-language webinar series and gain valuable insights into the latest developments in IMDS, material compliance, and sustainability in the automotive industry.

🎓 6 expert-led sessions – 2 free teaser webinars + 4 premium sessions

Your choice – your advantage:

Join our free sessions on November 6, to stay up to date on the latest developments in IMDS, ELV, and REACH
Or go for the full package with exclusive expert insights and practical guidance tailored to your daily work

📅 Topics & dates:

Free session (90 minutes): You can download the slides here.

Premium sessions (45 minutes):

November 18, 2025, 3 p.m.
Implementing Procurement Processes Correctly – for Quality and Compliance

November 20, 2025, 3 p.m.
The Challenge of Recycling – An Unconventional but Logical Approach

November 25, 2025, 3 p.m.
The Product Carbon Footprint in IMDS: Requirements, Application, and Advantages

November 27, 2025, 3 p.m.
Rare Earth Elements in the Automotive Sector

Full package: €290 (plus VAT)

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Using Chemistry Manager efficiently (6131)

19/11/25

13:00 (CECET) - 16:30 (CECET)

370,00 €

Online

IMDS en

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The course is held online and in English.

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Proposition 65 (6158en)

19/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 16:10 (CECET)

300,00 €

Online

CP65 + CEPA en

Objective

You know the goals and background of California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, better known as Proposition 65. You know which chemicals are affected and how to report them. You are familiar with the California Proposition 65 basic substance group introduced in the IMDS in February 2019 and what overlaps with the REACH candidate list.

The course is held online and in English.

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IMDS in theory: Overview, background and introduction (6119)

21/11/25

13:00 (CECET) - 16:30 (CECET)

0,00 € - 420,00 €

Online

IMDS en
IMDS theory

Objective

You will learn why the International Material Data System (IMDS) was established and its ongoing objectives. You will become familiar with the basic objectives and background information relating to the EU’s Green Deal. This includes the 2050 climate objectives, the carbon footprint, and the End-of-Life Vehicles Directive. You will become familiar with the global materials and product compliance requirements that underpin the IMDS and related systems. You will become familiar with the IMDS process flow, understand your responsibilities in terms of serving as a data link in the supply chain, and know when the time has come to start reporting in the IMDS. You will learn how to use the IMDS and understand common definitions. In addition, you will become familiar with the requirements and topics associated with the IMDS. Based on our curriculum for the advanced courses, you can assess how you can further your education according to (future) tasks you will undertake within your company.

The course is held online and in English.

If you only wish to attend the theory course, please select the standard ticket (€ 420).
Only if you are also booking the practical course (no. 6120), please select the combined ticket.

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IMDS in practice - Master the basics and start your journey to success (6120)

24/11/25 - 27/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 17:20 (CECET)

1.400,00 €

Online

IMDS en
Imds practice

Objective

You will become proficient in the practical use of the IMDS and be able to independently process material data sheets (MDSs). You will also be able to register your company in the IMDS and know how to comply with its terms of use. You will become familiar with the definitions and use of the IMDS and know how to apply its basic functions. You will also be able to create, send, and manage material data sheets (MDSs), as well as create structure trees.
You will learn effective search mechanisms for finding high-quality data sheets and know how to integrate them into your structure tree. You will understand change management requirements and know how to implement them confidently. You will be able to perform simple administrative tasks in the IMDS. In addition, you will know how to avoid formal rejections by researching and applying OEM acceptance criteria.

The training takes place on the following afternoons:
November 24-27, 2025
each day from 2pm to 5:20 pm (CECEST)

The course will be held online and in English.

Please also book the IMDS in theory course (no. 6119). This is a prerequisite and included in the price (please choose the combination ticket).

Exam IMDS Expert (cert.)

26/11/25

14:00 (CECET) - 15:30 (CECET)

0,00 € - 90,00 €

Online