Author response of: The CHIPS Database: A Repository for Reference Data on Chemical Analysis in Archaeometallurgy of Iron. Round#1

Key Points

• The aim is to highlight the importance of a comprehensive database for chemical data in archaeometallurgy, specifically focusing on iron.
• Compilation of reference data on chemical analyses in iron archaeometallurgy.
• Assessment of existing databases for integration into CHIPS database.
• Increased accessibility to critical chemical data for archaeometallurgists.
• Enhanced accuracy in understanding ancient iron production processes.