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Pricing & Sales

Is your pricing negotiable?

Nearly all of our inventory is negotiable!  That said, some inventory cost us more money than others, so negotiations will vary.  The best option is to send an email to bick@misterscientific.com with your best price.  

Why are your prices lower than other suppliers?

This is a question we get all of the time!  Some resellers want to purchase a small amount of items and hold onto them until the sell.  We purchase a massive amount of items and are willing to sell them quickly at a lower margin to continue growing our inventory!

Can you hold equipment while we process a PO?

We can hold inventory upon request.  We usually set an automated deadline so that it will automatically be relisted if a PO is not provided within the agreed upon time.  Email bick@misterscientific.com for any inventory related requests!

How long do items stay available?

The majority of our inventory we carry sells in under 60 days.  That varies based on many factors such as brand, version, demand, and cost.  

Quality of Lab Equipment

Is the equipment from Mr. Scientific tested before it ships?

Unless denoted otherwise, all equipment for sale on mrscientific.com has been tested for functionality.  Please refer to the “Description” section of our product pages to view the tested condition of each piece of inventory

What kind of condition are your items in — are they ready to use or will I need to service it?

Our inventory’s condition may vary depending on the condition the unit was in when we received it.  Please refer to the “cosmetic condition” section, the “description” and “photos” to get a full picture of the cosmetic condition before you purchase.

Does this unit come with everything I need, or am I going to be missing parts or accessories?

Please refer to the description area for each product that we have for sale.  There you will find all included accessories.  If unsure, please send us an email!  We’re usually very quick to respond!

Can you confirm whether an item will work with my existing setup before I buy it?

We’re happy to confirm compatibility before you purchase, simply send us an email using our contact form and we’ll get a reply back to you right away!

Shipping & Logistics

Can you ship this faster if I’m on a deadline?

We’re always happy to ship express or expedited!  Shoot us an email or give us a call and we can get a shipping quote.  Sometimes, eBay and Shopify’s calculated express pricing is much higher than we can get, so it’s always worth contacting us.

Do you ship large lab equipment or freight items?

Yes! We ship Less-Than-Truckload freight daily and get extremely competitive pricing.  Your item will be padded and strapped to a pallet.  

Please contact us directly for a quote if you would like white glove delivery service or prefer the item professionally crated

How good is your packaging— especially heavier equipment?

We take pride in our high quality packaging!  We use only the highest quality self filling nylon bubble wrap.  For heavier and more fragile items, we also utilize foam-in-place/Instapak to ensure that all products arrive in the exact condition we ship it or your money back!

Can you ship centrifuges, freezers, and large instruments safely?

Yes!  Centrifuges, Freezers, Incubators, Ovens, and other heavy equipment requiring a heavy duty pallet or crate will be meticulously wrapped and strapped before shipping.  If you prefer a crate or white glove service, contact us for a direct quote!

Do you offer international shipping for lab equipment?

Yes!  Regardless of the size or cost, we offer shipping worldwide with no country restrictions.  Whether the item ships in a padded envelope or on a pallet, we can get it to you safely!

What happens if equipment is damaged during shipping?

You will always be protected against shipping damage when ordering from Mr. Scientific.  We will never let you take a loss for an item you paid for!  Whether insurance will cover the damage or not, Mr. Scientific will always take care of you!

Do you insure shipments?

Yes!  We insure all products being shipped over $500.  For domestic purchases, that is included in the free shipping price.  For international shipments, you do not pay for the insurance portion of the shipping cost!

Where to sell used lab equipment near me

If you are looking to sell used lab equipment near you, Mr. Scientific offers nationwide pickup and purchasing services! We’re located in Fairfield California and can utilize white glove moving services or set up shipping carriers to pick up from your location.  We are also located in Fairfield, CA and allow local drop off. We’re open 9am-6pm Monday through Friday.  Just shoot us an email to schedule a time!  rob@mrscientific.com

Do you avoid sending inventory to a landfill?

Yes!  We do not send lab equipment to landfills!  All overflow inventory that we do not sell, gets donated to universities or bulk sold in large lots via auction.  When we rarely have leftover items, they will go to e-waste or metal recycling facilities!

How to dispose of old lab equipment

If you would like to dispose of old lab equipment, find a local e-waste facility.  Some will charge you a fee.  If your item is mixed metal and plastic, many metal recycling facilities will accept it for free as mixed metal.  If you are close to our facility in Fairfield, CA, we will gladly accept your laboratory e-waste and send it to a recycler for you.  Free of charge!

Returns & Warranty

Do you offer returns on used lab equipment?

We provide you with a 30 day hassle free return policy on all products sold on mrscientific.com.  If anything does not live up to your expectations within the first 30 days after you receive it, we’ll provide you with a shipping label to ship it back to us for a full refund.  If it has been over 30 days, no biggie!  We’ll usually still work with you to make it right!

What if the equipment doesn’t work when it arrives?

You will always be protected against malfunctioning inventory!  When ordering from Mr. Scientific, we will never let you take a loss for an item you paid for!  Whether the item was damage during shipment, or we missed something during our tests, Mr. Scientific will always take care of you!

How do returns work for large or freight shipments?

We offer the same return policy for all items, large or small!  If you need to return a freight item, just make sure the item is secured properly to the pallet and we will schedule an LTL pickup to return the item to us, free of charge!

Selling to Us

If I have extra equipment, can I sell it directly to Mr. Scientific?

We’re always looking to purchase new equipment!  Email rob@mrscientific.com with all of your products details!

Do you handle full lab cleanouts or just individual items?

We can clearout anywhere from a single item all the way up to a large warehouse or facility.  Most laboratories are surprised by the amount we are willing to offer.

We can also offer auction services to allow you to focus on your day to day while we photograph, test, and list the products for auction buyers.

How do I sell my lab equipment?

Simply contact rob@mrscientific.com or use our “Sell To Us” landing page and fill out the form to sell your items to us!

What types of lab equipment do you purchase?

We purchase all categories of laboratory equipment ranging from small parts and consumables all the way up to large pieces of valuable equipment!

How quickly could you make an offer if we’re trying to clear space?

All offers are made within 48 hours.  Often, in under 24 hours!

How quickly can I get paid for my equipment?

Although we are open to your preferred payment option, payment will typically be made by check and in person during the physical clear-out phase.  

Do you handle lab equipment removal and logistics?

You will never have to worry about clear-out logistics. Once an agreement has been made, we handle equipment removal and logistics.

Universities & Institutional Buyers

Have you worked with government labs or universities?

Nearly every one of our buyers order from major laboratories or universities. We’re happy to provide you with any legal and financial information that you may need to be able to receive your equipment quickly!

Do you provide a formal quote or accept purchase orders?

We realize that universities, public companies, and other establishments require a formal process to make a purchase.  We are happy to provide you with quotes, Proformas, invoices, and paid in full invoices.  We are happy to provide you with any information that you may need to get us onboarded into your system quickly!

Do you accept purchase orders (POs)?

Yes!  We actually prefer a Purchase Order!  It helps us to fully understand the shipping address, billing address, purchase price, and terms of sale.

Can you complete federal vendor onboarding or compliance forms (e.g., 889)?

Yes!  We are very familiar with 889 forms. Just send the request and we’ll complete the form promptly.

Do you offer Net terms?

We offer net terms for the following:

  • Universities
  • Publicly traded companies
  • Laboratories that have successfully purchased from us in the past

Can you help with asset liquidation for universities?

Yes!  We offer asset liquidation for universities.  We realize asset liquidation can be complicated for universities.  Some universities require products to be donated to 501c3.  Other universities need the equipment to be recycled through an authorized E-Waste facility.  Other universities want payment for their inventory and others require store credit.  Regardless of your needs, we can work with you!

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