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Terms and Conditions
Kulture Scientific, LLC  |  Loveland, Colorado  |  kulturesci.com
Effective Date: January 1, 2025  |  Last Updated: April 1, 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before placing an order or using the Kulture Scientific website located at kulturesci.com ("Site"). These Terms govern your access to and use of our Site and your purchase of products from Kulture Scientific, LLC ("Kulture Scientific," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing the Site or placing an order, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

01Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this Site, creating an account, or placing an order, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Return & Refund Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use this Site or place an order.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, customers, and others who access or use the Site. Your continued use of the Site following any updates to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

02Eligibility

Kulture Scientific sells primarily to businesses, research institutions, universities, and other professional organizations ("B2B customers"). By placing an order, you represent that:

  • You are purchasing on behalf of a legitimate business, research institution, university, or professional organization, and have the authority to enter into these Terms on behalf of that entity
  • You have a legitimate scientific, research, or manufacturing purpose for the products you are purchasing
  • You will use products only for lawful purposes consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Kulture Scientific reserves the right to refuse service to any individual or entity at our sole discretion.

03Products & Research Use Only
⚠ All products sold by Kulture Scientific are intended FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY (RUO) or FURTHER MANUFACTURING USE. They are NOT intended for use in diagnostic procedures, therapeutic applications, clinical trials, or any other application in humans or animals unless otherwise explicitly stated in writing.

By purchasing any product from Kulture Scientific, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Products are sold for research, laboratory, and further manufacturing purposes only
  • Products are not approved, cleared, or intended for human or veterinary diagnostic or therapeutic use
  • You are solely responsible for determining the suitability of any product for your specific application
  • You will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and institutional guidelines governing the use, storage, handling, and disposal of purchased products
  • Kulture Scientific makes no representation that any product is suitable for any particular application beyond its labeled intended use

Product descriptions, specifications, and technical information on our Site are provided for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, Kulture Scientific does not warrant that product descriptions or other Site content is accurate, complete, current, or error-free.

04Orders & Order Acceptance

Submitting an order through our Site constitutes an offer to purchase products subject to these Terms. All orders are subject to acceptance by Kulture Scientific. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at any time for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Product unavailability or inventory limitations
  • Errors in product descriptions or pricing on the Site
  • Suspected fraudulent, unauthorized, or unlawful activity
  • Failure to meet eligibility requirements
  • Inability to verify payment or shipping information

Order confirmation via email does not constitute final acceptance. Kulture Scientific reserves the right to cancel a confirmed order if the product becomes unavailable or if an error in pricing or description is identified after confirmation. In such cases, you will be notified promptly and any payment collected will be fully refunded.

Please review your order carefully before submitting. Product selection, quantity, shipping address, and any special instructions are your responsibility. Kulture Scientific is not liable for errors resulting from incorrect information provided at the time of ordering.
05Pricing & Payment

All prices listed on the Site are in U.S. dollars and are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include applicable taxes or shipping charges, which will be calculated and displayed at checkout.

  • Taxes — applicable sales tax will be collected where required by law. Tax-exempt customers must provide valid exemption documentation prior to order placement.
  • Payment — payment is due at the time of order. We accept major credit cards and other payment methods as listed at checkout. All transactions are processed securely.
  • Pricing errors — in the event of a pricing error on the Site, Kulture Scientific reserves the right to cancel the order and issue a full refund, or to contact you with the corrected price and allow you to confirm or cancel your order.
  • Quotes — written price quotes are valid for 30 days from the date of issuance unless otherwise stated.
06Shipping & Delivery

Orders are fulfilled and shipped by Kulture Scientific or directly by our suppliers on our behalf. We use third-party carriers for all shipments. Estimated delivery times are provided as a courtesy and are not guaranteed.

  • Risk of loss — title and risk of loss for products pass to the customer upon delivery to the carrier. Kulture Scientific is not responsible for delays, damage, or loss occurring after handoff to the carrier.
  • Cold chain products — cell culture media and temperature-sensitive products are shipped with appropriate cold packs or refrigerants. Kulture Scientific is not liable for temperature excursions caused by carrier delays, failed delivery attempts, or improper handling by the carrier after pickup.
  • Shipping address — you are responsible for providing a complete and accurate shipping address. Kulture Scientific is not liable for delays or non-delivery resulting from an incorrect address provided at checkout.
  • Delivery issues — if a shipment is lost, significantly delayed, or arrives visibly damaged, contact us within 5 business days of the expected delivery date at info@kulturesci.com.
07Returns & Refunds

Returns and refunds are governed by our Return & Refund Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Key points are summarized below:

  • Non-returnable items — cell culture media, sera, serum products, opened consumables, and special-order items are non-returnable. All sales on these items are final.
  • Eligible returns — unopened standard consumables may be returned within 30 days of delivery, subject to a 15% restocking fee. Damaged, defective, or incorrectly shipped items must be reported within 5 business days of delivery.
  • RMA required — all returns require a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number issued by Kulture Scientific prior to shipment. Returns received without an RMA will be refused.

See our full Return & Refund Policy for complete details and the return request process.

08Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including but not limited to text, product descriptions, technical documentation, images, logos, graphics, the Kulture Scientific name and mark, and the overall design and layout of the Site — is the property of Kulture Scientific, LLC or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or exploit any Site content without prior written permission from Kulture Scientific
  • You may not use the Kulture Scientific name, logo, or trademarks in any manner without express written authorization
  • Limited, personal, non-commercial use of Site content for the purpose of evaluating products for potential purchase is permitted
09Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS SITE AND ALL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Kulture Scientific does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Kulture Scientific does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any product descriptions, technical data, or other content on the Site.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

10Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, KULTURE SCIENTIFIC, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND SUPPLIERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES — INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, RESEARCH, OR BUSINESS — ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, ANY PRODUCTS PURCHASED, OR THESE TERMS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL KULTURE SCIENTIFIC'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO A PRODUCT PURCHASE EXCEED THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THAT SPECIFIC PRODUCT ORDER.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

11Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kulture Scientific, LLC and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

  • Your use of the Site or any products purchased from Kulture Scientific
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your use of products outside of their labeled intended use, including any diagnostic or therapeutic application
  • Any misrepresentation made by you in connection with your order or account
  • Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
12Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your purchase of products from Kulture Scientific shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Boulder County, Colorado.

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us directly at info@kulturesci.com to attempt to resolve any dispute informally. Most issues can be resolved quickly through direct communication with our team.

13Changes to These Terms

Kulture Scientific reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the date of the most recent revision.

Your continued use of the Site or placement of an order after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

14Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us: