> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chemcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Products Explained

> Digitise your management of approved materials

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## What it does

The Products & Approved Materials module is your central database for managing all chemicals raw materials that your company sources. Think of it as your procurement "allowlist" - a comprehensive catalog that ensures your team only requests quotes for materials that meet your quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

## Key benefits

**Compliance Control**: Prevent unauthorized purchasing by maintaining a clear list of approved materials with their specifications and certifications.

**Faster Sourcing**: Speed up RFQ creation by selecting from pre-approved materials rather than describing requirements from scratch.

**Quality Consistency**: Ensure all team members are sourcing the same grade and specification of materials across different suppliers.

**Regulatory Tracking**: Maintain documentation trails for audits and compliance reporting.

## Digitise your product list now

Ready to get started? You can do these three things now

* [**Uploading Your Initial Approved Materials List**](upload-approvals)\
  *Step-by-step guide to importing your existing materials database*
* [**Adding Raw Materials**](add-products)\
  *How to manually add new raw materials with full specifications*
* [**Managing Approved Materials**](supplier-product-mapping)\
  *How to manage your new and existing approved materials*