For laboratory research use only — not for human or veterinary consumption

Compliance · RYCO / PS

Research-use policy & terms of sale

These terms govern every order placed through Ryco Research. Please read them carefully before purchasing.

For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not for ingestion, injection, or any diagnostic or therapeutic application.

1. Research use only

All materials supplied by Ryco Research — Peptide Sciences are chemical reference standards intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory research conducted by qualified personnel.

They are not drugs, food, cosmetics, dietary supplements, or medical devices. No product on this site has been evaluated or approved by the FDA, EMA, MHRA, or any other regulatory authority for any purpose.

2. Prohibited uses

Products must not be administered to humans or animals by any route, including ingestion, injection, inhalation, or topical application.

Products must not be used in food, beverages, cosmetics, supplements, or any consumer product, nor in any diagnostic, therapeutic, or clinical procedure.

Resale, relabelling, or redistribution for human consumption is strictly prohibited and may constitute a criminal offence in your jurisdiction.

3. Buyer eligibility

Purchasers must be at least 21 years of age and must be a qualified researcher, or purchasing on behalf of a research institution, university, or commercial laboratory.

By placing an order you represent that you have the training, facilities, and authority required to handle laboratory chemicals safely and lawfully.

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order, and to request institutional verification before dispatch.

4. Handling, storage, and disposal

Treat all materials as potentially hazardous substances of unknown toxicity. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and engineering controls.

Store lyophilised material as stated on the product page, typically at -20 °C, desiccated and protected from light.

Disposal must follow your institution's chemical waste procedures and all applicable local, national, and international regulations.

5. No medical claims

Nothing on this website constitutes medical advice or a claim that any product can diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent any disease or condition.

References to published literature are provided for scientific context only and do not imply any use beyond in vitro research.

6. Regulatory and export responsibility

Some materials are controlled, restricted, or prohibited in certain jurisdictions. It is the purchaser's sole responsibility to confirm that importation and possession are lawful where they are located.

Orders may be refused where supply would breach applicable export controls or local law.

7. Limitation of liability

Products are supplied without warranty of any kind beyond conformity with the accompanying certificate of analysis.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ryco Research accepts no liability for any loss, injury, or damage arising from the use, misuse, or handling of its products. The purchaser assumes full responsibility upon receipt.

8. Acceptance

Acknowledging the research-use confirmation on entry, and placing an order, constitutes acceptance of these terms in full.