Sections to include
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Research use only | Products are for laboratory research, not human or veterinary use |
| Eligibility | Minimum age and that the buyer purchases for lawful research |
| Orders and refusal | Your right to refuse or cancel any order, including suspected misuse |
| Pricing and payment | Accepted methods, payment windows and cancellation of unpaid orders |
| Shipping | Handling time, carriers, risk of loss and where you do not ship |
| Returns and refunds | Your refund policy, or a link to it |
| Handling and storage | The buyer's responsibility once delivered |
| Liability | Limits of your liability, as your lawyer advises |
| Privacy | A link to your privacy policy |
| Governing law | Which state's law applies |
Making the agreement real
- Link the terms from every page footer.
- Require a checkbox at checkout that references the terms and the research use condition.
- Save the confirmation with the order.
- Link the terms again in the order email.
- Date each version, and keep old versions.
Terms hidden behind a small footer link, never agreed to, are weak evidence. A recorded checkbox is strong evidence.
How Purity handles it
Purity stores link your terms and policies from every page and from order emails, and checkout requires the buyer to confirm research use before the order can be placed.
Common questions
- Can I copy another store's terms?
- No. Their terms are protected writing and may not fit your business. Use a checklist like this with a lawyer.