Prospector Information

UL Prospector® combines two sources of specialized raw material and ingredient information, Innovadex and IDES, into one powerful search engine for product developers and engineers. Offering accurate and reliable technical information for tens of thousands of products and the ability to connect with suppliers from around the world, Prospector is the fastest way to find nearly any kind of material or ingredient. From food ingredients and chemical additives to metals and plastics, formulators worldwide use Prospector to search and analyze technical product information. Physical property data, critical specifications, and compliance records, amongst other information, are all part of detailed product profiles in Prospector®. With daily database updates, the service is constantly adding to and refreshing its unequalled repository of technical product data. Supporting the mission of UL, Prospector enables product developers to accelerate their innovation process and improve the quality and safety of products for consumers everywhere.