Biotech & life sciences
Research samples, cell lines and diagnostics are often irreplaceable. We ship them with the right packaging, coolant and permits, and keep transit times short.
- Goods
- Biological samples, cell lines, reagents, diagnostics
- Dangerous goods
- UN3373 biological substances, UN1845 dry ice
- Temperatures
- Ambient, chilled, frozen, cryogenic (dry shippers)
- Permits
- Import permits for biological materials at destination
Life science shipments without surprises
Biological materials often need import permits, for example for animal-origin products or infectious substances, and many shipments travel on dry ice or in cryogenic dry shippers with limited hold time. We check permits and dangerous goods requirements first, then book routings that fit the coolant's hold time.
- Biological substancesPacking and documentation for UN3373 and other classes.
- Dry ice and cryogenicShipments on dry ice and in liquid nitrogen dry shippers.
- Import permitsCoordination of permits for biological materials.
- Time-critical samplesNext Flight Out and on-board courier where permitted.
- Customs clearanceIn-house or via the Ziem network in 21 markets.
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Biotech & life sciences: FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280.
Do you ship biological samples on dry ice?
Yes. We ship biological substances (UN3373) on dry ice (UN1845) and in cryogenic dry shippers, with the required import permits.
What is UN3373?
UN3373 is the dangerous goods classification for "Biological Substance, Category B", for example diagnostic specimens. It requires triple packaging and specific labelling.
How long does dry ice last?
It depends on the amount of dry ice, the packaging and the ambient temperature. We plan routing and transit time around the hold time and arrange re-icing where needed.
What is a dry shipper?
A dry shipper is a cryogenic container in which liquid nitrogen is absorbed, so it can travel by air while keeping samples at very low temperatures.
Do biological materials need import permits?
Many do, especially animal-origin materials and infectious substances. Requirements differ by country, and we check them before shipping.
Tell us about your shipment
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