Importation & Exportation of Live Animals
The information below provides information on importing live animals from or exporting live animals to collaborating institutions or unapproved vendors. This service is provided by DLAR to assist you with your UToledo research.
Form location & instructions
Form Location on the Z Drive: Z:\DeptLabAnimalResearch\UTResearchers\Animal Import-Export
File Name: Import-Export Request (PDF File)
Instructions
- Complete the Animal Import/Export Request Form
- You must notify the IACUC prior to starting the import/export process including creating a PO.
- All imports/exports require an MTA Checklist to be completed through the Technology Transfer Office.
- All imports/exports must be approved by the DLAR Laboratory Animal Manager and Veterinarian.
- Once approved, the shipment of animals will be arranged by DLAR.
- Process times may range from weeks to months for various reasons. Please plan accordingly.
- THIS FORM CANNOT BE PROCESSED UNLESS IT IS FULLY COMPLETED.
- To request the import/export of animals to/from a non-approved vendor source, please
complete the form and email it to:
- Ashley Kurth - Ashley.Kurth@UToledo.edu
Importation of Live animals
- DLAR must receive an Animal Import/Export Request Form before the import process can begin.
- The receiving institution must meet DLAR's animal health requirements. If they do not, the import may be denied.
- When approved, animals are received into quarantine. It is important to note that most animals are quarantined in Wolfe Hall DLAR at the main campus.
- During the quarantine period, these animals are isolated and accessible only by DLAR staff. The animals are tested for common pathogens. Sampling and results may take up to 2 weeks. Once cleared, the animals are released to the appropriate housing room. Quarantine testing fees are allocated in Concur to the Banner index provided on the Animal Import/Export Request Form.
- In most cases, the receiving institution (UToledo) pays for the shipping/courier fees. These charges are allocated in Concur to the Banner index provided on the Animal Import/Export Request Form.
- Any administration or miscellaneous fees that DLAR does not cover will be charged to the PI on the monthly per diems invoice.
Importation Fees
Fees Allocated in Concur to Banner Index Provided
- Shipping/Courier Costs - Range from $500 - $2000+
- Quarantine or Additional Testing - Range from $150 - $700+
- Additional testing, services or accommodations not covered by DLAR.
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Fees Charged on Monthly Per Diems Invoice
- Domestic Administration Fee
$90 up to 2 hours then $45 per hour - International Administration Fee
$150 up to 3.5 hours then $45 per hour
Exportation of live animals
- DLAR must receive an Animal Import/Export Request Form before the export process can begin.
- Animal health and husbandry information is shared with the receiving institution. Any additional health testing required is NOT covered by DLAR and will be allocated in Concur to the Banner index provided on the Animal Import/Export Request Form.
- Once approved by the receiving institution, shipping arrangements are made. Our preferred courier is Validated Delivery Solutions.
- Shipping container costs, administration processing fees, and technical time for packing
up the animals are all charged directly to the UToledo's research lab. In most cases,
the receiving institution pays for the actual shipping.
- In the case where the receiving institution is not paying for shipping/courier fees, they will be allocated in Concur to the Banner index provided on the Animal Import/Export Request Form.
exportation fees
Fees Allocated in Concur to Banner Index Provided
- Additional testing, services or accommodations not covered by DLAR.
Fees Charged on Monthly Per Diems Invoice
- Domestic Administration Fee
$90 up to 2 hours then $45 per hour - International Administration Fee
$150 up to 3.5 hours then $45 per hour - Shipping Supplies - $72 per crate
Includes 1 crate, 1 divider and 1 hydrogel. - Tech Time - $30 per hour
Includes assembling shipping crates and packaging animals - Senior Tech Time - $45 per hour
Includes pre-shipment health check and certificate - Miscellaneous Fees - Varies
Additional dividers - $8 each, Additional hydrogel - $2 each, etc.
UToledo PI's getting reimbursed for the above fees will need to invoice the receiving institution through their department. DLAR does not provide this service.
Fees are subject to change without notice.
for assistance or questions
- Ashley Kurth
Laboratory Animal Manager
Ashley.Kurth@UToledo.edu
Office: 419.383.2066
"All animals must be acquired lawfully, and the receiving institution should ensure that all procedures involving animal procurement are conducted in a lawful manner. Transportation of animals is governed by a number of U.S. regulatory agencies and international bodies. Movement of animals within or between sites or institutions should be planned and coordinated by responsible and well-trained persons at the sending and receiving sites to minimize animal transit time or delays in receipt."