Sample Collection and Shipping

Adhering to guidelines ensures the quality of your samples, expedites inventory and improves turnaround time.

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Before You Collect Samples

Sample & Shipping Guidelines

We created a guide that outlines essential steps for collecting your samples and maintaining their quality during shipment.

 

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Prepare for Sample Shipment

Download and Complete Essential Documents

All Documents (ZIP)

You can download all the necessary documents to complete your shipment in a single zip archive. (Feb 2025)

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Step 1. Complete COC

Complete the Chain of Custody (COC) document—it's essential for fast sample inventory. We can't accept your samples without it. (Jan 2025)

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Step 2. Commercial Invoice

Complete and include a printed commercial invoice with the shipment for efficient customs clearance. (Jan 2025)

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Step 3. Certification Statement

Complete and include a printed certification statement with the shipment to provide information about shipped items to customs. (Jan 2025)

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Step 4. Import License

Print and include the import license with your shipment to prevent customs delays. (Exp. April 2025)

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Step 5. Declaration (optional)

If your shipment is over 3 kg or urgent, we recommend declaring it with US Customs 72 hours before it arrives in the US. Our company can handle the declaration on your behalf if you complete and submit this form. (Feb 2025)

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Important tip: Make sure the date in your document title matches the latest update on this page. 

 
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