Packaging instructions
Asbestos sample packaging - how to pack it correctly
A correctly packed sample survives the post intact and gives a reliable analysis. Please read these instructions before you send your sample.
Supplies
What packaging materials do you need?
Inner packaging (mandatory)
- A sealable minigrip bag for each sample
- Permanent marker pen for marking
- Bubble wrap or tissue paper if needed
Outer packaging
- A small cardboard box or a sturdy envelope
- Packing tape for closing
- Shipping labels or a handwritten address
Step by step
Packing step by step
Put the sample in a minigrip bag
Put on gloves and place the sample straight into a sealable minigrip bag. Make sure the bag closes properly.
Label the bag
Write the sample material and location clearly on the bag (e.g. "bathroom wall, mortar").
Make a separate bag for each sample
If you have several samples, each one must have its own separate bag with its own markings.
Pack in outer packaging
Wrap the bags in bubble wrap or tissue paper, then put them in a cardboard box or a sturdy envelope. Tape it shut.
Mark the outer packaging
Write or attach the address. Mark the package: "Asbestos sample - laboratory".
When the package is ready, see the shipping instructions: sending an asbestos sample | send by post
Frequently asked questions
Questions about sample packaging
Pack the sample and order the analysis
Follow our instructions for packing and shipping the sample. The results will be emailed on the day of arrival.