Shipping - International
Below is a brief summary of the requirements for shipping a forage sample into the USA for CVAS laboratory analysis. “Complete, detailed shipping instructions and requirements will be forwarded by request. New international accounts should contact our foreign shipping specialist prior to shipping samples by contacting Sharon at sweav@foragelab.com. Please note that only Feeds and Forages can be shipped. We cannot accept any animal products or by-products as they are not included in the import permit.
Sample Preparation
Shipments may arrive at CVAS within two days to two weeks, depending on the schedule of U.S. Customs and Plant Inspection. Regrettably, CVAS can not speed up this process. Taking any of the following steps to help preserve the characteristics of the sample is beneficial due to the possible delays that can occur during the U.S. Government import and inspection process.
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1. Dry the sample if possible.
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2. If sending wet samples, vacuum seal the sample, if possible.
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3. Mark the package "Perishable Samples - Keep Refrigerated".
Information provided by the Shipper
Specific information is needed to obtain clearance from the United States Food and Drug administration (USFDA) prior to sending material into the USA. The shipper must be registered with the USFDA (at web site: www.access.fda.gov) by obtaining a Food Facility Registration number.
All shipments must have the FDA Food Facility Registration number and the Prior Notice information included with the shipment.
Information Provided by CVAS
The new-account information package will contain the following information which must be provided when shipping each forage sample:
1. CVAS Departmental Import Permit
2. Import Label
3. CVAS Facility Registration Number
We look forward to providing you with the services that will meet your forage evaluation needs. Please contact CVAS by phone at 800-282-7522 or email us at mail@foragelab.com with any questions, issues, or concerns before shipping a sample.
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