Legal & Compliance
Research Use Only
All products sold by Canada Research Labs are intended for laboratory research purposes only. These materials are not intended for human or animal consumption, therapeutic use, or any other purpose not explicitly approved by applicable regulatory bodies. By purchasing from Canada Research Labs, you acknowledge and agree that you are a qualified researcher or affiliated with a licensed research institution.
Purchaser Requirements
To purchase products from Canada Research Labs, you must:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be affiliated with a laboratory, academic institution, or research organization
- Agree that all products are for laboratory research use only
- Accept full responsibility for the proper handling and use of all materials
Disclaimer of Liability
Canada Research Labs makes no claims regarding the safety, efficacy, or suitability of any product for any particular purpose. All products are sold "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Canada Research Labs shall not be held liable for any damages, injuries, or losses resulting from the use, misuse, or inability to use any product purchased from us. The purchaser assumes all risk and liability associated with the use of these materials.
Indemnification
By purchasing products from Canada Research Labs, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Canada Research Labs, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from or related to your use, misuse, or handling of any products purchased from us, or any violation of these terms.
Product Quality & Documentation
Every lot we sell is tested by Freedom Diagnostics, an independent laboratory, using HPLC for purity and mass spectrometry for identity. Certificates for tested lots are published in our COA library, and each can be verified directly with the lab. Results are reported as tested; we do not guarantee a minimum purity beyond what each certificate shows.
Prohibited Uses
The following uses of Canada Research Labs products are strictly prohibited:
- Human or animal consumption
- Therapeutic or diagnostic use in humans or animals
- Use in food, cosmetics, or household products
- Resale to parties who do not meet purchaser requirements
- Any use that violates applicable laws or regulations
Violation of these terms may result in immediate account termination and refusal of future service.
Regulatory Compliance
Canada Research Labs operates in accordance with the Food and Drugs Act (the Act) and its regulations, administered by Health Canada. Our products are offered as substances intended solely for laboratory research purposes and are not approved as drugs, natural health products (NHPs), or any other category under the Act. They are explicitly not intended for therapeutic, diagnostic, preventive, or human/veterinary consumption.
Under section 2 of the Food and Drugs Act, a "drug" is defined as any substance manufactured, sold, or represented for use in the diagnosis, treatment, mitigation, or prevention of a disease or abnormal condition, or for restoring/modifying organic functions. Our vials are labelled "For Research Use Only", and every product page carries the same restriction.
Our products are supplied with lot-specific Certificates of Analysis where available and are restricted to bona fide laboratory or analytical applications. They make no health claims and are not marketed for self-administration or compounding.
Any sale, distribution, or use of these products for unapproved purposes, including human consumption, injection, or therapeutic applications, is strictly prohibited and may violate the Food and Drugs Act.
Users assume all responsibility for compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws. Consult Health Canada or a qualified regulatory expert for case-specific advice. This statement does not constitute legal advice.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from or related to these terms or the purchase of products from Canada Research Labs shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Canada.
Contact Information
For questions regarding legal and compliance matters, please contact us at: info@canadaresearchlabs.ca
Last Updated: May 2026