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SPECIMEN TRANSPORT

Category A Infectious Substance Packaging Solutions

Protect Your Workplace with Certified Infectious Substance Packaging

Safely transport hazardous specimens with Category A packaging solutions engineered to exceed the strictest international standards. Designed for organizations that demand uncompromising safety and compliance, our products help protect your workforce and workplace from exposure to infectious substances capable of causing permanent disability, life-threatening, or fatal diseases.

Each solution is rigorously tested for durability and pressure resistance, ensuring reliable performance in even the most extreme conditions. With global certifications and user-friendly designs, our packaging delivers confidence and efficiency for every critical shipment.

Guaranteed Compliance & Expert Partnership

Transporting sensitive specimens demands packaging that is both fully compliant and engineered for peace of mind. Our solutions deliver essential features trusted for your logistics and regulatory needs:

  • Certified for Global Transport: Enjoy peace of mind with UN-certified packaging, tested under extreme conditions to ensure safe shipment worldwide.

  • Clear Regulatory Labeling: All packages feature necessary Class 6.2 Infectious Substance labels, markings, and documentation as required by law. This helps minimize risks and delays during transit.

  • Tailored Packaging Solutions: Our consultants will help you choose the right packaging materials, sizes, and thermal controls specific to your application, guaranteeing compliance and performance.

  • Worldwide Supply Network: With fulfillment centers and offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we ensure fast, reliable support wherever you operate.

  • Expert Support for Specimen Logistics: From product selection to regulatory paperwork, our expert team steers you through complex compliance requirements so you can focus on safe, efficient specimen transportation.

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Industry-Leading Compliance and Safety

Industry-Leading Compliance and Safety

Fully certified to meet IATA, UN, ADR, and DOT regulations for Category A infectious substances (UN2814 for humans, UN2900 for animals). Our packaging ensures global regulatory compliance at every stage of transport.

Triple-Layer Specimen Protection

Each solution features leakproof primary and secondary containers, absorbent material, and a rigid UN-approved outer packaging. This multilayer design provides the highest level of safety during specimen transport.

Reliable Temperature Control Options

Choose from ambient and dry ice-compatible packaging validated under rigorous laboratory testing for guaranteed specimen integrity across all environmental conditions.

Flexible Packaging for Diverse Shipments

Whether you ship blood tubes, swabs, specimen containers, or devices, our packaging comes in versatile sizes to meet your needs, available as both stock and custom solutions.

Training & Regulatory Expertise Included

Leverage customized Dangerous Goods training programs led by global authorities and receive ongoing expert guidance on regulations specific to infectious substance transport.

Always Available, Worldwide

Always Available, Worldwide: With direct distribution and technical support in North America, Europe, and Asia, you receive consistent excellence wherever business takes you.

Partner with the Experts in Safe Specimen Transport

Organizations shipping Category A infectious substances need more than just packaging, they need a partner dedicated to safety, compliance, and service. With proven solutions tested against the toughest standards, our commitment helps ensure every shipment arrives securely and meets all regulatory requirements.

Trust our globally certified, expertly supported packaging to safeguard your workforce, maintain specimen integrity, and simplify compliance every step of the way.

Ready to streamline your specimen transport process? Contact us today to speak with an expert consultant and discover the most reliable, compliant packaging solutions for your needs.

FAQS

Popular Questions

What makes Category A packaging unique?

Category A infectious substance packaging is held to stricter standards than Category B, including mandatory UN certification and robust multi-layer containment

Can Category B specimens be shipped in Category A packaging?

Yes, Category B specimens may be shipped in Category A packaging, but Category A specimens cannot be shipped in Category B packaging.

Are permits needed for international shipping?

Permitting requirements depend on the all countries involved; our compliance experts can guide you through the necessary documentation and approvals.

What labeling is required on Category A packages?

Category A shipments require clear identification with infectious substance labels, UN numbers, sender and recipient information, and emergency contact details.

How much Category A infectious substance can be shipped at once?

The maximum quantity allowed by air per package is typically 4 liters or 4 kilograms; lower limits may apply on certain aircraft.

What are the packaging components for Category A substances?

Triple packaging is required: a leakproof primary container, leakproof secondary packaging with absorbent material, and a rigid UN-certified outer package.