What should the proforma invoice include?
If sending from outside the EU, your proforma invoice (example here) should contain:
- Sender details: Your full name, institution, address, and contact information
- Recipient details: Our complete address as provided in the ""Request Accepted"" email
- Sample description: Brief, accurate description of the contents (e.g., ""Research samples for scientific analysis"")
- Quantity: Number of samples included
- Declared value: To minimize import taxes, declare a minimal value of €1 or $1 per sample
- Shipment reference number: The tracking number provided by your courier
- Total invoice amount: The total declared value of all samples
- Statement of purpose: Indicate "Samples for scientific research - No commercial value"