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Shipping Policy

Last updated: January 14, 2025

1. Overview

NexPep ships research compounds worldwide with specialized handling and temperature control to ensure product integrity and regulatory compliance.

Note: All shipments require signature upon delivery and are restricted to research institutions and verified addresses only.

2. Shipping Methods

Domestic Shipping (USA)

MethodDelivery TimeCostTracking
USPS First Class3-5 business days$10.95✓ Included
FedEx 2-Day2 business days$13.99✓ Included
FedEx Overnight1 business day$29.99✓ Included
Cold Chain Express1-2 business days$49.99✓ Temperature monitoring

International Shipping

  • • Express International: 3-7 business days ($39.99-$79.99)
  • • Standard International: 7-14 business days ($29.99-$49.99)
  • • Cold Chain International: 2-5 business days ($99.99-$199.99)
  • • Customs documentation and duties handled by customer

3. Free Shipping

Enjoy free shipping on qualifying orders:

  • • Orders over $250 (domestic standard shipping)
  • • Institutional accounts with >$1,000 monthly volume
  • • Bulk orders with >10 units of same product
  • • Affiliate program members (premium tier)

Pro Tip: Combine orders to reach the $250 threshold for free shipping!

4. Cold Chain Shipping

Temperature-sensitive products require specialized handling:

Products Requiring Cold Chain

  • • Lyophilized peptides (requires -20°C storage)
  • • Reconstituted solutions (requires 2-8°C storage)
  • • Biological samples and enzymes
  • • Temperature-labile compounds

Cold Chain Features

  • • Dry ice or gel pack cooling systems
  • • Insulated shipping containers
  • • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • • Temperature excursion alerts
  • • Delivery time guarantees
  • • Replacement policy for temperature breaches

5. Processing Time

Order processing times before shipment:

  • • Standard orders: 1-2 business days
  • • Cold chain orders: 2-3 business days
  • • Bulk orders (10+ units): 3-5 business days
  • • Custom formulations: 5-10 business days
  • • International orders: 2-4 business days

Rush Processing

Same-day processing available for +$7.99:

  • • Orders placed before 2 PM EST
  • • In-stock items only
  • • Domestic shipping only
  • • Subject to availability

6. Shipping Restrictions

Address Requirements

  • • Research institutions and laboratories only
  • • Business addresses preferred
  • • No P.O. boxes for cold chain items
  • • Signature required upon delivery
  • • Age verification (21+) required

Geographic Restrictions

  • • No shipping to residential addresses
  • • Certain compounds restricted by state/country
  • • Import licenses required for some destinations
  • • Customs clearance responsibility of customer
  • • Hazardous materials restrictions apply

7. Tracking and Delivery

All shipments include comprehensive tracking:

  • • Real-time tracking number provided
  • • Email notifications for status updates
  • • SMS alerts for delivery attempts
  • • Temperature monitoring for cold chain
  • • Delivery confirmation required

Delivery Issues

  • • Failed delivery attempts: 3 attempts maximum
  • • Packages returned after 5 business days
  • • Redelivery fees may apply
  • • Temperature excursions result in replacement
  • • Damage claims must be reported within 24 hours

8. International Shipping

Special considerations for international orders:

Documentation Required

  • • Commercial invoice and packing list
  • • End-user certificate or research license
  • • Import permits (if required)
  • • Institutional purchase orders
  • • Customs declaration forms

Customer Responsibilities

  • • Customs duties and taxes
  • • Import permit acquisition
  • • Regulatory compliance verification
  • • Local distribution arrangements
  • • Storage and handling requirements

9. Packaging and Labeling

Professional packaging ensures product integrity:

  • • Discreet packaging (no product identification)
  • • Tamper-evident seals
  • • Proper hazard labeling
  • • Temperature indicators
  • • Chain of custody documentation
  • • Certificates of analysis included

10. Insurance and Liability

Protection for your valuable shipments:

  • • Automatic insurance up to $500
  • • Additional coverage available
  • • Temperature breach replacement
  • • Lost or stolen package protection
  • • Damage claims process

Important: Risk of loss transfers to customer upon delivery. Proper storage is customer responsibility.

11. Holiday Schedule

Shipping adjustments during holidays:

  • • No shipments on federal holidays
  • • Extended processing times during peak seasons
  • • Special handling for temperature-sensitive items
  • • Advanced notice for holiday closures
  • • Alternative shipping arrangements available

12. Contact Information

For shipping questions and tracking assistance:

Email: shipping@nexpep.com

Phone: 1-800-NEXPEP-1

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8AM-6PM EST

Address: NexPep Research Compounds
Shipping Department
123 Research Drive
Laboratory City, LC 12345