Transporting hazardous materials for pharma and biotech

Is your provider authorized to transport Hazardous Materials?

At Tobin Scientific, we hold a special permit from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). This permit, DOT-SP 14933, significantly expands our capabilities, authorizing us to transport certain Division 6.2 infectious substances and biological materials under highly regulated conditions.

What Does This Mean for pharma and biotech companies?

With this special permit, Tobin Scientific is now able to offer specialized transportation services for hazardous materials, ensuring the safe and compliant movement of critical substances. Here’s what you need to know:

1. Authorized Materials:
   1. Infectious Substances Affecting Animals (UN2900): We can transport materials classified under this category with the utmost care and safety.
   2. Infectious Substances Affecting Humans (UN2814): This includes substances that require stringent handling due to their hazardous nature.
   3. Biological Substances, Category B (UN3373)**: Our services also cover the transportation of various biological substances critical to medical and research fields.
2. Specialized Packaging:
   To ensure the integrity and safety of the materials during transport, we use:
   • Primary Receptacles: Cryo-vials with secure threaded caps and silicone washers.
   • Secondary Packaging**: Closed boxes that can withstand cryogenic storage.
   • Outer Packaging: Portable cryogenic liquid nitrogen refrigerated shippers (Dewar flasks) or liquid nitrogen-cooled freezers, capable of maintaining temperatures between -80°C and -196°C.
3. Dedicated Vehicles:
   Our specially designed refrigerated trucks are operated by trained Tobin Scientific personnel, ensuring that your hazardous materials are handled by experts. Each vehicle is equipped with emergency equipment and a back-up liquid nitrogen supply to maintain the necessary temperatures throughout the journey.

Why Choose Tobin Scientific?

Choosing Tobin Scientific for the transportation of hazardous materials means choosing a partner committed to safety, compliance, and reliability. Our special permit is valid until July 31, 2025, and we adhere to all regulatory requirements to ensure your materials are transported safely and securely.

Get in Touch

If you require transportation services for hazardous or biological substances, contact us to learn more about how Tobin Scientific can meet your needs. We are here to provide safe, efficient, and compliant solutions for your most critical transportation challenges.

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