English

Sample Collection and Shipping

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

Toggle3 Shipping Guidelines 1
Toggle3 Shipping Guidelines 1
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.

 

Browse the Guide
 
Prepare for Sample Shipment

Download and Complete Essential Documents

IMPORTANT: If you have technical difficulties downloading documents, please email us at catserviceslab@aquatechcenter.com
Declaration

Custom Clearance Notice

New U.S. rules now require customs and wildlife declarations for incoming shipments. We're streamlining our process to keep things fast and hassle-free for you.

Learn how
All Documents (Zip)

All Documents (ZIP)

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

Download
Artboard 2-4

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)

Download
Certification Statement

Step 2. Certification Statement

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

Download
Commercial Invoice

Step 3. Commercial Invoice

Use the information from the Certification Statement to complete and include a printed commercial invoice with the shipment. (Sep 2025)

Download
Import License

Step 4. Import License

Print and include the import license with your shipment to prevent customs delays. (Exp. April 2026)

Download
Artboard 7-1

Recommended: Review if shipping samples in ethanol

 
Accelerate Your Sample Processing

Notify Us About Your Shipment