The handling charge for reference materials is reviewed annually and any increase applied on 1st April each year.

The handling charge per ampoule or vial is GB £70.00

Working standards (see ‘What are working standards’) are charged at GB £18.00 each in multiples of 5 ampoules or vials total £90.00.

Panels are charged at GB £140.00*

*there are exceptions which will cost more.

Please refer to the order form for Quality Control Reagenst (QCR's) as these vary.

• Order Form for Quality Control Reagents  

All orders outside the UK with a value in excess of £200.00 will be shipped by courier at a minimum charge of GB £58.00.

Please note, from 1st April 2004 NIBSC will issue invoices for biological standards only in sterling pounds (GBP), the national currency of the UK where NIBSC is located.

The alternative prices in Euros and US Dollars will no longer be offered.

Customers who use other currencies for international transactions should consult their banks about the best way to pay sterling invoices at the current exchange rate.

IMPORTANT:

There are additional costs associated with the dispatch of infectious materials, those sent on dry-ice and those requested to be sent by courier - See FAQ ' How are the materials dispatched and how much does this cost?’

For UK customers. VAT is charged on the total charges unless you have a certificate of exemption from the VAT authority.

For non-UK EUcustomers.  If your VAT number is not supplied, NIBSC has to charge UK VAT on the total charge unless you have a certificate of exemption from your VAT authority. You can reclaim UK VAT from your VAT authority.