Import of Virus Standards | NIBSC Import Service Examples

Viruses play a key role in life science research as important samples for studying biological mechanisms, disease prevention and treatment. They not only help scientists uncover the mysteries of cell function and gene expression, but also provide valuable experimental data for the development of new drugs and vaccines.

Therefore, the study of virus samples has irreplaceable value in promoting medical progress and public health protection.

About NIBSC (National Institute of Biological Standards)

Full name: The National Institute for Biological Standards and Control

Website: https://nibsc.org/

Introduction: NIBSC (National Institute for Biological Standards) is the hub and executive body of the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, the UK Biopharmaceutical Testing Laboratory, the main WHO International Biological Products Standards Laboratory and the WHO Collaborating Center for Polio, Influenza and HIV Research, the UK Stem Cell Bank, and also a supplier of biological drug identification and standard reference material production and supply.

Import channels for NIBSC virus standards

NIBSC plays a vital role in ensuring the quality of biological medicines: developing standards and reference materials, conducting product control tests, conducting applied research, etc. It also provides scientific advice and knowledge to many organizations, including: biological medicine/formulation manufacturers, national regulatory agencies, UK government and European agencies, the World Health Organization, UN agencies, etc.

As a member of European and international decision-making bodies, the contributions of NIBSC scientists help shape national and international policy to ensure the safety and efficacy of biological medicines. We also serve clients and stakeholders in the UK and abroad and have a reputation for independence, integrity and scientific excellence.

Therefore, NIBSC's virus standards are also biological samples frequently used in life science research.

So, how to import virus standards in compliance with regulations?

The main difficulties in importing such products are as follows:

1. Be aware of customs documentation requirements for the import of such products.

2. Understand the correct departments and processes for relevant imports.

3. Ensure compliance with customs qualifications and regulatory requirements for the import of such products.

For first-time importers of such products, the process can be very difficult. This difficulty is not only reflected in the lack of understanding of policies and documentation requirements, but also in the cumbersome and time-consuming nature of the process. Virus standards are usually classified as special items of category A/B, which require a complex and time-consuming risk assessment process.

A thick book of risk assessment application materials after binding

Risk assessment is a key step for China Customs to ensure that imported goods meet national safety, health and environmental standards. Our company helps clients complete hundreds of risk assessments every year, and has accumulated rich practical experience, and is well versed in process pain points, policy interpretation, document preparation and compliance requirements.

Our company has successfully opened up the import channel for virus standards.

However, in actual operation, we found that many users do not understand the necessary qualification requirements. The most critical qualifications are:

1) Biosafety Level 2 Laboratory (BSL-2), referred to as P2 laboratory.

2) Open a health inspection account.

These two points can be said to be the first step of risk assessment. Once the user meets these qualification requirements, Chengtian will guide you step by step to complete the subsequent risk assessment steps and finally import the required products in compliance with regulations.

Therefore, as long as you pass Chengtian, it is actually not that difficult.

Leave it to Chengtian, you just need to wait for the goods~

In the future, teachers who are interested in importing virus standards can call or send private messages to communicate the specific import ordering process.

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