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Instructions for ordering reagents from the Centre for AIDS Reagents:

Scientists wishing to obtain reagents form CFAR must complete the current version of the CFAR Reagent Reagent Release Agreement (RRA):

 

 

 

 

Note: Some reagents require a special RRA see below before order can be approved.

 

Reagent Specific RRA's

 

 

 

 

 

Completed forms can be submitted by FAX, scanned and sent by email but the original signed copies must also be sent via post.

 

Incomplete relevant sections of the above forms may result in the delay of reagents being dispatched.

 

Completed forms must contain:

 

  • Scientific justification for request.

 

  • Signature of countersignatory.

(Principle Investigator or Head of Department)

 

  • Telephone number, fax number and email address.

 

  • Copy of Purchase Order or Purchase Order number.

(Not required for collaborating consortia members)

 

  • If known, VAT* exemption number or certificate.

(*VAT is relevant to EU customers only)

 

We aim to dispatch all orders within 10 working days of receipt of the required complete paperwork, provided reagents are available for dispatch.

 

 

Import Permit

 

  • Where necessary, a valid importation permit must be included. Contact your local customs authority if you are unsure about import regulations. The sites below may be of some help for importation restrictions and requirements:

 

The IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations:                www.iata.org/cargo/dg

 

Etiological Agent Import Permit Program (USA):       www.cdc.gov/od/eaipp

 

Disclaimer

 

Although materials provided through the repository are presented on good faith, the Centre for AIDS Reagents (CFAR) at the National Institute of Biological Standards and Control (NIBSC) makes no representations or warranties as to the safety, accuracy, usefulness or completeness of information and products disclosed. Materials provided to repository users are for research purposes only and customers must validate these products for their own research use.