Terms Of Use

Pricing and Payment

  • Quotes: Unless otherwise stated, any price quote we provide is valid for 30 days.
  • Taxes: Our prices do not include taxes or duties. You are responsible for any applicable sales or value-added taxes unless you provide a valid tax exemption certificate.
  • Payment Terms: Unless explicitly stated otherwise, payments are due within 30 days from the invoice date.
  • Late Payments: We kindly ask that you pay on time. Overdue balances are subject to a 1.5% monthly interest rate (or the maximum allowed by law).

Shipping and Delivery

  • We ship our products FCA (Free Carrier) from our facility.
  • We will always do our best to meet delivery schedules, but we cannot be held responsible for delays caused by circumstances beyond our control (such as severe weather or carrier issues).
  • We may occasionally make partial shipments to get products to you faster, which will be invoiced separately.

Cancellations and Returns

We want you to be satisfied with your purchase. If you need to return an item, our customer service team is here to help.

  • Return Window: Eligible items can be returned within 60 days of receipt.
  • Return Authorization (RMA): Please contact us to get an RMA number before sending anything back. Returns without an RMA will be returned to you at your expense.
  • Our Mistakes or Defective Items: If we shipped the wrong item or if it arrived defective, we will issue a full credit.
  • Ordering Errors: If you ordered the wrong item by mistake, we will issue a partial credit minus a 15% restocking fee.
  • Non-Returnable Items: For safety and quality control, we cannot accept returns on opened chemicals, personalized products, discontinued items, or goods valued over $1,000.

Product Warranty

We stand behind the quality of our products. We warrant that our items will conform to our published specifications when used properly by trained professionals.

  • Coverage Period: Unless specified otherwise, our warranty covers equipment for 1 year from shipment, and all other products for 90 days or until their stated expiration date (whichever comes first).
  • Remedy: If a product is defective during the warranty period, we will gladly replace it to you.
  • Note: This warranty does not cover consumables, normal wear and tear, or damage caused by misuse, accidents, or improper storage. We do not warrant that products will achieve any specific experimental result.

Authorized Use (Strictly for R&D)

Safety is our top priority. Our products are supplied strictly to qualified professionals for Research and Development (R&D) use only.

  • They are not to be used in humans, animals, diagnostics, or therapeutic applications.
  • It is your responsibility to test, handle, and use these products safely and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Liability and Indemnification

  • Liability Cap: To keep our pricing competitive, our total liability for any claim related to a product is limited to the purchase price you paid for that specific product, or $10,000, whichever is less. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (such as lost profits or lost data).
  • Indemnification: You agree to protect and indemnify Aladdin Scientific from any claims, damages, or legal fees that arise if you misuse our products, modify them, or use them in environments for which they were not intended.

Global Trade and Export Compliance

Because we supply products globally from our facilities in the United States, Germany, and Ireland, our products and technical information are subject to international trade and export control laws.

Depending on the product and its origin, this includes U.S. export control laws (such as the EAR), European Union export regulations, and UK trade laws. By purchasing from us, you agree to comply with all applicable local and international export laws. You also confirm that you will not distribute, re-export, or supply our products to restricted countries, embargoed regions, or prohibited entities without the proper government authorizations.

Accepted Payment Methods

We offer a variety of flexible ways to pay:

  • Credit/Debit Card: Secure payments via Stripe.
  • PayPal: Fast and secure.
  • Purchase Order (PO): For authorized B2B purchases.
  • Bank Transfer / Check: Processing begins once funds are received.
  • Account Credit: Available for approved customers with a designated credit limit. (Credit lines can be reviewed or adjusted based on payment history).