Payment Policies

Last Updated: January 2026

BioRebind is committed to providing research institutions, laboratories, and qualified scientific professionals with a secure, transparent, and efficient purchasing experience. This Payment Policy outlines all accepted payment methods, processing standards, compliance requirements, fraud-prevention systems, settlement timelines, and customer responsibilities. It is designed to support regulatory compliance, reinforce trust, and help researchers complete time-sensitive purchases with confidence.

This document is part of our broader commitment to Evidence-Based Information, Quality Assurance, Ethical Practices, and Transparency (EEAT) across the entire lifecycle of research-grade chemical procurement.

Purpose of This Policy

This Payment Policy ensures that all orders for research chemicals—including high-purity reference standards—are handled in complete alignment with:

Standard laboratory procurement expectations
Financial compliance and anti-fraud requirements
U.S. federal guidelines for B2B scientific commerce
Global security requirements for digital transactions
TRACE, AML, and OFAC screening standards

By using our website and completing a purchase, customers acknowledge that they are placing an order strictly for legitimate laboratory or institutional research and agree to all terms outlined on this page.

Accepted Payment Methods

We offer multiple payment options to accommodate research institutions, universities, private labs, and international scientific teams. Payment selection does not affect product purity, processing priority, or shipping timelines.

Credit & Debit Cards

We accept major credit and debit cards via secure, PCI-DSS Level 1-compliant processors.

Visa
Mastercard
American Express (where available)
Discover

These transactions are encrypted end-to-end and undergo 3D Secure authentication where required.

Processing Time: Immediate
Fees: Displayed at checkout (if applicable)

Cryptocurrency Payments (Digital Assets)

If you’d like to know more about crypto payments in 2025, go read our nuanced guide on crypto payments to learn about the pros and cons and our article about the mainstream adoption of crypto payments in legitimate businesses

We support cryptocurrency payments for labs seeking faster settlement, reduced international friction, and an immutable audit trail.

Accepted cryptocurrencies include:

Bitcoin (BTC)
Ethereum (ETH)
USD Coin (USDC)
Other stablecoins subject to network support

Processing Time: Typically under 1–10 minutes
Exchange Rate: Locked for approximately 15 minutes at checkout
Volatility Protection: Stablecoin conversions are finalized at the displayed USD value

Cryptocurrency payments eliminate chargebacks and can expedite order fulfillment for time-critical research projects. Customers are responsible for network fees and ensuring the correct deposit address is used.

Bank Wire Transfers (Domestic & International)

Institutional purchasers may remit payment via wire transfer.

Available to accredited universities, biotech firms, and commercial R&D teams
Transfers must match the invoiced amount exactly
Orders ship once funds are fully cleared

Processing Time: 1–3 business days (domestic), 3–7 days (international)
Note: Wire transfer fees must be paid by the sender

Purchase Orders (POs) – Approved Institutions Only

Select authorized institutions may be eligible for pre-approved Purchase Order accounts.

Eligibility criteria include:

Recognized research laboratory or academic institution
Previous successful order history
Accounts in good standing
Documented chain-of-custody procedures

All PO requests undergo manual review. Terms may vary and may require additional verification.

Secure Payment Processing

We maintain robust, enterprise-grade security measures to safeguard payment information:

SSL/TLS encrypted website transactions
PCI-DSS Level 1-compliant payment processors
AI-driven fraud screening for card payments
Anti-money-laundering (AML) and OFAC compliance checks
Escrow-style monitoring for cryptocurrency deposits
No storage of full card numbers on our servers

Suspicious or mismatched orders may require identity or institutional verification to protect both the buyer and our supply chain integrity.

Order Verification Requirements

Because we supply research-only reference materials, some orders may undergo additional verification. This may include:

Lab affiliation confirmation
Institutional email validation
Purpose-of-use affirmation
Additional identity/document checks for high-value orders

Orders will not be processed until all required verification is completed.

Pricing, Fees, and Exchange Rates

Displayed Pricing

All pricing is listed in USD unless otherwise noted.
Prices may fluctuate based on:

Raw material availability
Lab reference standard production batch cost
Market conditions for certain payment methods (e.g., blockchain fees)

Fees

Some payment methods may incur modest service fees charged by the processor. These are disclosed during checkout.

Cryptocurrency Exchange Rates

Rates are determined automatically at the moment of invoice creation.

Taxes

Applicable local, state, or federal taxes are calculated and applied at checkout when required.

Fraud Prevention and Anti-Abuse Protections

To maintain supply chain integrity and protect legitimate scientific buyers, we use:

IP reputation filtering
Velocity checks for repeat failed transactions
Address mismatch verification
Automated and manual fraud screening
AML and sanctions-list checks for crypto payments

We reserve the right to cancel any order that appears suspicious, unverifiable, fraudulent, or inconsistent with legitimate research use.

Payment Confirmation & Receipts

Upon successful payment, customers receive:

An automated payment confirmation email
An official receipt for institutional accounting
A copy of the transaction hash (for crypto payments)
An order reference number for tracking and support

Receipts include product details, batch identification numbers, and any reference materials required for audit purposes.

Payment Disputes & Chargebacks

If an unexpected issue arises, we encourage customers to contact our support team first. Most concerns can be resolved quickly without formal disputes.

Chargebacks

Unauthorized or fraudulent chargebacks may result in:

Immediate order cancellation
Suspension of purchasing privileges
Assignment to collections for invalid disputes
Reporting to the appropriate payment network

Our goal is to resolve concerns professionally and efficiently.

Refunds Related to Payment

Refunds follow our Refund & Returns Policy and operate based on the payment method used:

Card Payments

Refunds typically return to the original card within 3–7 business days after approval.

Cryptocurrency Payments

Refunds are issued in the equivalent USD amount at the time of refund and may include:

Network fees deducted by the blockchain
Processing fees applied by crypto gateways

Refunds can only be sent to the originating wallet address.

Wire Transfers

Refunds are sent via bank wire to the original sending account. Transfer fees may apply.

Compliance With Research-Only Sales

All payments constitute confirmation that:

Products are being purchased exclusively for lawful research
Products will not be used on humans or animals
The buyer is qualified to handle research chemicals safely
The facility complies with all local and federal guidelines

Any attempt to circumvent these requirements may result in order cancellation.

International Payments

International labs may purchase using:

Cryptocurrency
International credit/debit cards
SWIFT bank wires

Customers are responsible for:

Currency conversion fees
Import duties and taxes
Ensuring legality of import within their jurisdiction

We do not alter documents to bypass customs.

Customer Responsibilities

By placing an order, customers agree to:

Provide accurate billing information
Ensure sufficient funds or confirmation for selected payments
Comply with scientific procurement regulations
Use products only for laboratory research
Maintain safe storage and handling procedures

Updates to This Payment Policy

We may update this Payment Policy from time to time to reflect:

Regulatory changes
Improvements to fraud prevention systems
New payment methods or discontinued services
Operational or security enhancements

The updated date will always appear at the top of the page.

Contact Information

For questions about payments, verification, or account support, please contact our support team through the information provided on our Contact Page.

Our team is available to assist labs and institutions with compliant, secure procurement and documentation requirements.