For Research Only

Our Commitment to Ethical Delivery and Responsible Scientific Research

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Our Mission

Retalabs exists to support legitimate scientific research . We supply synthetic peptides exclusively for use in controlled laboratory environments, educational institutions and recognized scientific research programs.

We do not sell products for human consumption, medical treatment or personal use.

This page describes our policies, your responsibilities, and the legal framework for the supply of research chemicals.

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Product Classification

Research Chemicals

All products on this website are classified as research chemicals, which means:

❌ Not approved for human or veterinary use
❌ No dietary supplements or pharmaceutical drugs
❌ Not tested for clinical safety before consumption
❌ Without dosage instructions for human use

Intended Use

Our products are designed exclusively for:

✓ In vitro laboratory research – Controlled experiments outside living organisms
✓ Cell culture studies – Research into cellular processes and mechanisms
✓ Chemical analysis – Reference standards and quality control
✓ Educational demonstrations – Academic environments and training
✓ Early phase pharmaceutical research – Development of new therapeutic approaches

⚠️ Any use outside of these parameters violates our terms of sale and may violate local or international laws.

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Customer Verification

Who can buy

We only sell to qualified buyers who can demonstrate a legitimate research need:

🎓 Universities and academic research departments
🔬 Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
🏢 Contract Research Organizations (CROs)
🧪 Independent research laboratories
📚 Accredited educational institutions

Verification Process

We use a careful verification process:

✓ Institutional email addresses are preferably used
✓ VAT or tax identification numbers may be required for business orders
✓ Additional documentation can be requested
✓ Orders may be refused if research intent cannot be adequately verified

Account Requirements

Business customers can apply for a verified account, including:

• Institutional email domain verification
• Shipping address verification
• Eligibility for purchase orders
• Access to volume-based pricing

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Legal Compliance

Customer confirmations

By completing a purchase, you legally confirm that:

✓ You are 18 years of age or older
✓ You represent a legitimate research entity
✓ You understand that all products are for research only
✓ You will not use products for human or animal consumption
✓ You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
✓ You take full responsibility for proper handling, storage, and disposal

Prohibited Activities

The following activities violate our terms and may be illegal :

🚫 Human consumption or administration
🚫 Veterinary treatment or animal testing outside of approved protocols
🚫 Manufacturing of consumer or medical products
🚫 Resale to non-research end users
🚫 Export to restricted or prohibited jurisdictions

Regulatory status

Research chemicals fall within a specialized regulatory category.

While legal to sell for research purposes in many jurisdictions, legality varies by country and intended use.

You are solely responsible for understanding and complying with the laws that apply to your location.

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Safety and Handling

Laboratory Safety

Research chemicals must be handled according to strict laboratory protocols:

🔬 Use only in well-equipped laboratories
🧪 Follow established chemical hygiene and biosecurity practices
🥽 Wear personal protective equipment as specified in the SDS
🌡️ Store according to temperature, light and humidity guidelines
🔒 Secure materials to prevent unauthorized access

Included documentation

Each shipment contains complete safety documentation:

📋 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with hazard classifications
📝 Handling and storage instructions
🚑 First aid measures in case of accidental exposure
🧹 Spill Cleanup Procedures
♻️ Disposal recommendations

Training responsibility

You confirm that all personnel handling these materials have been properly trained in laboratory safety and chemical handling procedures.

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Consequences of Abuse

Account termination

We will immediately terminate accounts and permanently limit future purchases upon detection of:

⛔ Attempts to buy for personal or consumer use
⛔ False or misleading institutional information
⛔ Resale to non-survey buyers
⛔ Human consumption or administration
⛔ Violations of applicable laws or regulations

Legal Reporting

We fully cooperate with regulatory authorities and law enforcement.

Suspicious activity or abuse can be reported, and customer information can be released where required by law or when illegal activity is suspected.

Liability

You assume full legal and financial responsibility for any misuse of products purchased from Retalabs.

We are not liable for injuries, damages, research results or legal consequences resulting from improper use.

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Ethical Research Standards

Supporting Legitimate Science

We believe that responsible access to research chemicals supports scientific progress :

🧬 Advances in Biomedical and Biochemical Research
🔍 Understanding of disease mechanisms
💊 Development of new therapeutic approaches
🎓 Education and training of scientists and researchers

Animal testing

Where products are used in animal studies, we expect strict adherence to:

✓ Approval from the Animal Welfare Body (IvD) or IACUC
✓ Applicable local and international animal welfare laws
✓ The 3Rs principle: replacement, reduction and refinement

Research integrity

We support reproducible and ethical science.

Our quality checks, batch numbers, Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and purity data are designed to support transparent, verifiable study results .

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Reporting of Concerns

Report abuse or compliance issues

If you suspect abuse or have compliance concerns, please contact us at info@retalabs.nl, including cases where you:

⚠️ Receive unsolicited or suspicious product requests
⚠️ Suspect improper or illegal use of products
⚠️ Has safety or labeling concerns
⚠️ Needs clarification on regulatory status

Whistleblower protection

We protect the confidentiality of individuals who report concerns in good faith and do not tolerate retaliation.

Continuous improvement

We regularly review and update our customer verification, screening, and shipping procedures to prevent derivatives of products to non-research use.

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Declaration of responsibility

By ordering from Retalabs, you acknowledge:

“I understand that these products are intended solely for scientific research in controlled laboratory environments. I will not use these materials for human consumption, self-medication, or any other non-research purpose. I take full responsibility for compliance with all applicable laws and safety protocols.”

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Contact

Compliance questions

📧 Email: info@retalabs.nl

General Questions

📧 Email: info@retalabs.nl
📱 WhatsApp: +31 6 26116908

Legal Department

📧 Email: info@retalabs.nl

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Our Promise

Retalabs is dedicated to:

🔬 Supporting legitimate scientific research
🛡️ Maintaining strict ethical standards
📚 Promoting educational excellence
⚖️ Full compliance with all applicable laws
🤝 Transparent cooperation with regulatory authorities

Together, we are building a safer, more responsible future for scientific research.

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This statement may be updated periodically to reflect changing regulations and best practices. Last update: February 2026