This Rule validates the format of email addresses. This rule does not verify that email addresses are accurate or active. This rule returns "Valid" or "Invalid."Email data is processed by parsing them into mailbox, domain and subdomain ports. Forexample, "info@informatica.com" is parsed in the following manner:

• Mailbox - "info"
• Sub-domain - "informatica"
• Domain - "com"

A email is declared valid when it all the 3 components are present appropriately. Note : The downloaded mapplet can be imported into Informatica Designer 9.You can download this listing as part of the Data Quality Packs and Plans bundle.