SRM Price List

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) ensures accurate and compatible measurements through the development, certification, and distribution of Standard Reference Materials^® (SRMs). Approximately 1300 SRMs are currently available for use in: (1) industrial materials production and analysis; (2) environmental analysis; (3) health measurements; and (4) basic measurements in science and metrology.

Historically, SRMs have been used by NIST as vehicles for transferring measurement science and technology, through channels of industry and commerce, to the nation at large. As such, SRMs are crucial reference points in the establishment of a comprehensive measurement system for the entire nation. This system has met the needs of U.S. industry and commerce for nearly one hundred years and continues to evolve to satisfy more demanding measurement requirements as well as increasing demands on quality and traceability.

The NIST Standard Reference Materials Program (SRMP) implements policies and coordinates priorities for the development, production, and certification of SRMs and serves as the main contact point for all NIST reference materials activities interfacing with similar efforts in the private sector, other federal agencies, and other nations. This includes programs with the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC), and the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).

ORDERING PROCEDURES

Purchase orders (in English) for all NIST SRMs/RMs should be directed to:

National Institute of Standards and Technology
Standard Reference Materials Program
100 Bureau Drive, Stop 2322
Gaithersburg, MD 20899-2322
U.S.

Telephone: (301) 975-6776
Fax: (301) 948-3730
srminfo@nist.gov
http://www.nist.gov/srm

Each purchase order should give the number of units, catalog number, and name of each reference material requested.

Example: 1 each, SRM 79a Fluorspar (Customs Grade).

The following information must be included with each order: a billing address, a shipping address, name of customer, telephone number, fax number, purchase order number, a customer identification number, i.e., a social security number (SSN) for consumer customers, tax identification number (TIN) for commercial customers, or agency code (ALC) for U.S. Government customers.

Note: NIST SRMs/RMs are only distributed in the units of issue listed.

Acceptance of an order does not imply acceptance of any provisions set forth in the order that are contrary to the policy, practice, or regulations of the National Institute of Standards and Technology or the United States Government.

OUT-OF-STOCK MATERIALS - Orders for "out-of-stock" SRMs/RMs are generally filled with the renewal reference materials - if available; otherwise the orders will be canceled. Customers are notified when an order is canceled and their names are placed on a notification list. This list is used to contact customers when a reference material (or its renewal) is again available. Upon notification, customers are given the price of the materials and are asked to submit a new order if they still wish to purchase the SRM.

For some SRMs/RMs, production lots are small and stock outages occur frequently. In these cases, the notification list is used to fill orders on a "first come, first served" basis. Customers are contacted when the reference materials are again available and are asked to confirm their original purchase orders.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS – The SRM/RM prices quoted herein are in U.S. dollars ($), and are subject to change without notice. Orders will be invoiced for the prices in effect at the time of shipment. Shipping and handling charges for regular and special (for SRMs in restricted categories) shipments, are also applied to all orders. These charges will be added to the invoices.

Payment of all invoices is expected within 30 days of receipt for domestic orders - 45 days of receipt for foreign orders, and may be made by any of the following:

* Banker's draft against U.S. bank,
* Bank to bank transfer to U.S. bank,
* Visa, Mastercard, and Discover,
* International money order.

LATE CHARGES - In accordance with U.S. Treasury regulations, late charges will be levied for each 30/45-day period, or portion thereof, that an invoice payment is overdue.

PROFORMA INVOICE (Price Quotation) - Proforma invoice service requires 2 weeks to process and is furnished only to those customers requiring such service.

DOMESTIC SHIPMENTS - SRM/RM shipments within the continental U.S. are shipped F.O.B. Gaithersburg, MD. There are several shipping modes which can be used, including UPS Ground, Federal Express, Air Freight, and Motor Freight (Collect). Unless otherwise instructed by the customer, the mode of shipment will be selected by NIST. Fewer shipping modes are available to SRMs/RMs in restricted categories and NIST reserves the exclusive right to select the proper shipping mode for these types of shipments. For restricted SRM/RM shipments, an additional charge is incurred for each shipping container used. This charge is added to the invoice.

FOREIGN SHIPMENTS (and Shipments to Alaska and Hawaii) - SRM/RM shipments outside the contiguous U.S. are also shipped F.O.B. Gaithersburg, MD by one of the following modes, including UPS International, Federal Express International (subject to size, weight, and category of materials limitations), and Air Freight. Unless otherwise instructed by the customer, the mode of shipment will be selected by NIST. Any other mode of shipment requested by the customer must be paid by the customer. Fewer shipping modes are available to SRMs/RMs in restricted categories. NIST reserves the exclusive right to select the proper shipping mode for these types of shipments.

RESTRICTED SHIPMENTS – Dangerous Goods (Hazardous Materials) - Some SRMs/RM are classified as "Dangerous Goods" by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), or the International Air Transport Association (IATA). These organizations have published regulations and procedures for packaging and shipping dangerous (hazardous) goods that must be followed to safely transport these materials. Such regulations and procedures are very specific and do not allow exceptions. NIST reserves the exclusive right to select the proper packaging and shipping mode to assure the shipments comply with these regulations and procedures.

RESTRICTED SHIPMENTS - Temperature Sensitive Materials - Some SRMs/RMs are extremely temperature-sensitive (perishable) and will perish unless shipped by the most expedient mode available. To ensure the stability of these materials, they must be packaged with cool packs or dry ice which will maintain the necessary low temperatures for a short period of time. However, several SRMs/RMs are so temperature-sensitive that they are restricted to domestic sales only, and must be shipped according to a set schedule. Please contact the SRMP Sales Office for schedules.

DOCUMENTATION – NIST furnishes the following documents, printed in English:

* Commercial invoice(s),
* Packing slip(s),
* Airway bill (provided upon request only),
* NAFTA Certificate(s) (when applicable),
* SRM/RM Certificate(s) - one (1) for each unit ordered,
* Material Safety Data Sheet(s) - one (1) for each type or ordered material requiring it.

IMPORTANT - Customers are required to inspect all packages and documentation immediately upon receipt of shipment. Any damage, shortages or defects must be reported to the SRM Program Sales Office at (301) 975-6776, within five (5) days of receipt of shipment.

RUSH SHIPMENTS - Requests for rush shipments will be accommodated when possible. However, they will be made in compliance with existing regulations pertaining to the SRMs/RMs being shipped. When hazardous materials are involved, all regulations governing their transportation will take precedence. The following types of rush shipments are available:

* Same day shipping - Orders must be placed by 10:00 am Eastern Standard Time (EST). In addition to the normal shipping fees, a processing fee of $50.00 will be added to the customer's invoice. (Note: Hazardous materials will not be shipped the same day.)

* Next day shipping - In addition to the normal shipping fees, a processing fee of $25.00 will be added to the customer's invoice.

RETURNED GOODS - NIST SRMs/RMs are generally not returnable - with the exception of defective goods or shipments made in error by NIST. However, normal transaction of business inevitably requires the occasional return of merchandise for exchange or credit. NIST has therefore instituted the following returned goods policy:

* Return shipments are accepted by NIST only after specific arrangements to do so have been made. To return a SRM/RM, the SRM Program Sales Office must be contacted to obtain a Return Authorization Number and shipping instructions. Requests for return authorization must be made WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS of receipt of shipment.

* Return shipments of hazardous SRMs/RMs authorized by SRM Program Sales Office, must be packed, marked, labeled, and shipped in accordance with national and international regulations governing their transportation. Opened, leaking, or damaged hazardous SRM/RM units and/or their containers CANNOT BE RETURNED TO NIST but should be disposed of in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

The following materials will not be authorized or accepted for return UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES:

* Perishable SRM/RMs,
* Unsealed, partially used, modified or mutilated SRMs/RMs.

SRM/RM CERTIFICATES AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS - Each SRM/RM shipment contains sufficient copies of Certificates and MSDS (if applicable) for the number of units ordered. However, if these documents are misplaced, customers may check the SRMP website, or call, fax, or use the following e-mail addresses to request replacement copies.

for Certificates - srmcert@nist.gov
for MSDS - srmmsds@nist.gov

NIST will provide additional copies free of charge upon request and when proof of purchase has been provided. Requests will usually be processed within twenty-four (24) hours. Documents under or equaling ten (10) pages will be faxed; documents exceeding ten (10) pages will be mailed. If the documentation is urgently needed, the customer must provide a Federal Express account number.

NIST also provides copies of misplaced 'Archive certificates' free of charge to customers who possess NIST SRMs/RMs that are no longer for sale. This service is available on a one-time-only basis.

SRM/RM Prices - Prices are adjusted on an annual basis. However, throughout the year new and renewal lots of material are added to inventory, and obsolete materials are dropped from inventory. Therefore, price and availability are subject to change without notice. Please contact the NIST SRMP Sales Office for current price and availability.

Current certificates, MSDS, prices, and other information are also available through our electronic catalog. To view and print certificates or MSDS, go to http:/www.nist.gov/srm. Select ‘catalog’ from the Standard Reference Material Program home page. Type in the name or SRM number of the material of interest into the search engine. The search results will give links to the detail pages for each material. Each detail page gives information on that SRM including price, availability, certificate and MSDS.

SRM Quarterly Newsletter - The NIST SRMP issues a quarterly newsletter with articles on timely subjects such as; new releases, certificate updates, and exhibit schedules. Please contact the SRMP Sales Office to be placed on the mailing list.

Address all questions and correspondence to:

National Institute of Standards and Technology
Standard Reference Materials Program
100 Bureau Drive, Stop 2322
Gaithersburg, MD 20899-2322
U.S.A.

For sales and information, please contact:

Telephone: (301) 975-6776
Fax: (301) 948-3730
srminfo@nist.gov
http://www.nist.gov/srm

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