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Ordering, shipping, storage, testing and returns. Everything labs ask us before and after an order.

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About StarBio

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Where is StarBio based?

StarBio is a United States supplier based in Florida. Every order ships from Florida to addresses in all 50 states; we don’t ship internationally. Shipping details.

Who tests StarBio's compounds?

Independent third-party laboratories: Janoshik Analytical and Medutest. Testing isn’t done by StarBio or by our suppliers. Each report covers a specific batch and is published on the product page and in the COA library, and Janoshik Analytical reports can be checked on janoshik.com by their report number. How we test.

Is everything StarBio sells for research use only?

Yes. Every compound is sold for in vitro laboratory research by qualified researchers aged 21 or older. Nothing we sell is for human or veterinary use, and we don’t give advice on doses, protocols or uses.

Ordering & payment

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How do I place an order?

Browse the catalog, add compounds to your cart and check out. At checkout you confirm that the order is for laboratory research and that you are 21 or older. Ordering while signed in keeps your order history and tracking in one place, and every order earns points.

Which payment methods do you accept?

Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Klarna, plus payment by app or bank transfer (such as Zelle or Cash App). The options available for your order are shown at checkout.

Can I change or cancel an order?

Email support as soon as possible with your order number. If the order hasn’t shipped yet, we’ll see what we can do. Once it has shipped it can’t be changed, and delivered products can’t be returned (see Returns & Refunds).

Who can buy from StarBio?

Qualified researchers and institutions aged 21 or older, buying for in vitro laboratory work. Everything we sell is for research use only: not for human or veterinary use, and not for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. The full conditions are in our Terms of Service.

Do you offer bulk or wholesale pricing?

For larger or recurring orders, send us the compounds and quantities you need and we’ll reply with options.

Shipping & delivery

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Where do you ship, and what does it cost?

We ship within the United States only, to all 50 states. Standard is $4.99, Two Day is $14.99 and Overnight is $39.99, and standard shipping is free on orders over $100. Full details are on the shipping page.

How quickly will my order ship?

Most orders leave within one to two business days (Monday to Friday, excluding US federal holidays). Each product page shows a live countdown to the next dispatch cutoff.

How are orders packed?

Compounds ship as sealed, lyophilized powder, which stays stable at room temperature in transit. Vials are cushioned inside a rigid outer box, and a cold pack is added where a compound calls for one. Every order is photographed at fulfillment.

How do I track my order?

The tracking number is emailed as soon as the label is created. You can also look up any order on the Track My Order page, or sign in to see all of your orders.

What if my package is lost or arrives damaged?

Shipment protection is included on every order at no extra cost. Photograph the vial, packaging and label, then email [email protected] with your order number within 14 days of delivery. A parcel whose tracking shows no movement for 10 business days counts as lost. Approved claims get a replacement with fresh tracking. How claims work.

Products & storage

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How should compounds be stored?

Keep sealed lyophilized powder cold and dark: 2–8°C for shorter periods, or −20°C for long-term storage. Let a cold vial reach room temperature before opening it, or condensation forms on the powder. Once reconstituted, keep it refrigerated and avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Each product page lists its own conditions, and our storage guide covers the details.

What is Recon Water?

Water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol added as a preservative, for reconstituting lyophilized research compounds. It’s listed under research supplies, so you can add it to the same order.

Can you recommend a compound or give usage guidance?

We’re happy to answer questions about specifications, documentation, storage and availability. We don’t advise on protocols, doses or uses, and requests for that kind of guidance are declined.

Quality & testing

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Are your compounds third-party tested?

Yes. Compounds are analysed by independent laboratories (Janoshik Analytical and Medutest), and the report is published on each product page and in the COA library. See our quality standards.

Where do I find the certificate for my order?

Every product page shows its Certificate of Analysis under the description, and all reports are in the COA library. Certificates aren’t printed in the box and our labels don’t carry a lot number, so if you need the certificate for a specific order, send your order number through the COA request form.

What does the purity figure mean?

HPLC purity is a relative area percentage: the main peak measured against every other peak the detector sees. It isn’t the same as peptide content by weight, because lyophilized material also carries water and counter-ions that don’t appear in that calculation. Where a report measures content, it’s shown as milligrams found against the labelled amount. More on purity testing.

Which analytical methods are used?

HPLC measures purity, and mass spectrometry confirms identity by comparing the measured molecular weight with the value expected from the sequence. The two answer different questions, which is why a credible report includes both. Our guide explains how to read a certificate.

Rewards & membership

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How do rewards points work?

Every account earns 2.5 to 10 points per dollar spent on products, depending on tier. Points are credited when the order ships, and 100 points take $1 off a future order. Points don’t expire. You also get 100 points for creating an account, 250 for adding a phone number and 150 for reviewing a compound you bought. Rewards details.

What does a membership include?

Paid plans raise your points rate and add free shipping, with more perks on higher plans. Each plan is billed once for twelve months and doesn’t renew automatically. Compare plans.

Do you have a referral program?

Yes. Approved partners earn commission when researchers they refer place orders. Learn about the partner program.

Returns & support

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What is your return policy?

We don’t accept returns of products, because of possible degradation and the nature of our industry. We accept limited returns only if we accidentally ship the wrong items or additional items, and in those cases we’ll do our best to put it right. Contact [email protected]. Full policy.

How do I reach a person?

Use the contact form or email [email protected]. Every message gets a ticket number by email, and replies normally land within one business day. Having your order number ready speeds things up.

How are payment disputes handled?

Every order is documented at fulfillment, and disputes are answered with the order details, correspondence, packaging photos and tracking history. Our chargeback policy explains the process.

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