Sales restrictions only for "qualified users".
Sales restrictions only
for "qualified users".
We strictly restrict the sale of Plastinates of human origin to "qualified users".
Qualifed users
Qualifed users are defined as institutions or individuals who use specimens
exclusively for research and educational purposes or for medical, diagnostic
and therapeutic education.
Qualified users include universities, hospitals, schools and museums or
individuals such as medical scientists, professors, lecturers and others who
work on medical and educational research projects.
Lay people can acquire true color prints in original size and resolution
from sheet plastinates.
Blood vessel configuration specimens that do not contain any human tissue,
as well as plastinates from plant and animal origin can be purchased by
non-professionals.
Qualified users verify their accreditation by completing a statement that
will be issued by email.
In case of direct delivery and billing to a public institution (eg a
university) generally no further evidence is necessary. In a few instances,
we may require further documentation.
Usage of Specimens
Specimens of human origin, obtained through von Hagens Plastination may only
be used for the intended purpose stated before purchase (typically for
teaching and research).
Specimens may not be sold may not be sold to nonqualified users. or
distributed free of charge. Details for transfer of specimens are specified
in the respective purchase or lease agreement.
Plastinates are intended to last multiple lifetimes, therefore it is crucial
that specimens are properly kept and used for the intended purposes
throughout the years.