Research Use Only. Products are not for human consumption, clinical use, or veterinary administration. RUO policy

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Research Use Only (RUO)

Clear legal language governing intended use of all products sold by VialVibes.

Mandatory use restriction

All products offered by VialVibes, operated by APEX Research, LLC, are sold strictly for in vitro laboratory research purposes only.

These materials are not for human use. They are not for consumption, injection, implantation, inhalation, topical application, or any other form of introduction into a human body. They are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as drugs, and they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

What “Research Use Only” means

“Research Use Only” (RUO) means products are intended for laboratory research applications by qualified individuals and institutions—for example, in vitro assays, analytical method development, and other controlled experimental work consistent with applicable law and institutional policy.

RUO products are not medical devices cleared or approved for clinical diagnostic use, and they are not marketed for therapeutic or diagnostic decision-making in patients.

Prohibited uses

Without limitation, purchasers may not use, promote, or divert products for:

Buyer certification

By accessing this website, requesting quotes, or purchasing products, you certify that:

  1. You are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, if higher);
  2. You are a qualified researcher, laboratory professional, academic institution, or other authorized research entity;
  3. You will use products solely for legitimate laboratory research in a controlled setting;
  4. You have the knowledge, facilities, and legal authority to handle research materials safely and lawfully;
  5. You understand that products are not for human use and are not FDA-approved drugs;
  6. All information you provide is true and complete.

False certification or misuse may result in order cancellation, refusal of future sales, and, where appropriate, reporting to authorities. See our full Terms of Sale.

No medical or dosing advice

Website content—including product descriptions, educational text, reconstitution calculators, and research combination tools—is provided for research and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, a prescription, or guidance for human dosing or self-administration.

All sales final

Unless required by applicable law or expressly authorized by us in writing, all sales are final. Misuse of products or violation of this RUO policy is a material breach of our Terms of Sale.

Legal entity

VialVibes is operated by APEX Research, LLC. Questions regarding this policy: research@vialvibes.com. Order questions: orders@vialvibes.com. United States.

Summary disclaimer: All products sold by VialVibes (operated by APEX Research, LLC) are intended strictly for in vitro laboratory research purposes only. They are not approved by the FDA for human use, are not drugs, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. These products are not for human consumption, injection, or any form of bodily introduction. By purchasing you certify that you are a qualified researcher, institution, or laboratory professional and will use products solely for legitimate laboratory research. Misuse may be illegal. All sales are final.