Send a sample

For all projects, we request that you first obtain a proposal from our Customer Services team before submitting your samples. This will ensure that both parties are clear on the scope of the project, analysis required, the agreed turnaround time and associated costs.

A proposal will be generated from our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) giving you a unique identifier.

Sample Submission Form

Sterility Sample Submission Form (Pharmaceutical Sterility Testing Only)

To make sure that your sample reaches us safely and securely there are a few things you will need to do before sending off:

• Ensure the samples are adequately packed and labelled according to the nature of any associated hazards and in compliance with current legislation.
• Ensure the package is addressed in accordance with your quotation
• Follow the AEO guidance if sending samples from outside of Great Britain (see below)
• Subsampled as required in accordance with your quotation
• Include the completed sample submission form in the package
• Include the COSHH assessment and Safety Data Sheet (SDS.MSDS) for hazardous or toxic samples

For full details please refer to the sample submission guidelines here.

2024 sample guideline update

• From 1st January 2024, all samples and temperature monitoring devices which require returning will be subject to a minimal charge
• From 1st May 2024, all samples requiring both chemistry and microbiological testing will require separate samples. Charges will apply to those received which require subsampling

For more information, please refer to our sample submission guidelines here or contact us on the form below

Where to send your samples:

Please refer to the address on your quotation, and send to either:

• Reading Scientific Services Ltd, The Reading Science Centre, Whiteknights Campus, Pepper Lane, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG6 6LA
• Reading Scientific Services Ltd, 2-3 Millars Business Centre, Fishponds Close, Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG41 2TZ