ICDD’s Mission
To be the world center for quality diffraction data, meeting the needs of the technical community.

To promote the application of materials characterization methods in science and technology,
by providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and information.

The processes for developing the databases of the Powder Diffraction File are focused on continuous improvement in both comprehensive coverage and data quality. Release 2007 PDF products contain more data, higher quality data, new data on new materials, and enhanced capabilities for materials analysis.