Nelson Labs

Nelson Laboratories, LLC
★★★★★ 3.2 / 5
11 reviews

Nelson Labs is a leading global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services for MedTech and pharmaceutical companies. They offer comprehensive microbiological and analytical testing to ensure product safety and compliance.

Nelson Labs is a premier global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services, specializing in supporting MedTech and pharmaceutical companies. With a strong commitment to safeguarding global health, they offer comprehensive microbiological and analytical testing solutions. Their services are crucial for ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and successful market entry. The company emphasizes building strong customer partnerships, driven by a shared goal of improving and saving lives. Nelson Labs' expertise is recognized globally, with a track record of quality and reliability that sets them apart. They provide personalized service through a worldwide network of labs and facilities, ensuring timely turnaround and superb quality. A significant 99.4% of their sales orders come from repeat customers, highlighting their dedication to client satisfaction and long-standing partnerships. Nelson Labs' experts actively contribute to industry standards and can guide clients through the entire product development lifecycle. They offer a wide array of over 800 microbiological and analytical laboratory tests, including specialized services like accelerated aging package testing. Their Salt Lake City, Utah headquarters is an FDA-registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility, underscoring their commitment to the highest standards.

About

**Who they are**
Nelson Labs is a global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services for MedTech and pharmaceutical companies. They are headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, which is an FDA registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility.

**Expertise & scope**
* Comprehensive microbiological and analytical testing to ensure product safety and compliance.
* Specializes in packaging and shelf-life testing, including accelerated aging and real-time aging.
* Offers testing to meet FDA requirements for product integrity and sterility over time.
* Expert advisory services covering regulatory and quality aspects.
* European Center of Excellence located in Belgium.

**Reputation / proof points**
* ISO 17025 accredited facility in Salt Lake City.
* FDA registered facility in Salt Lake City.
* Global headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah.
* European Center of Excellence in Belgium.

Additional information

Nelson Labs provides accelerated aging testing as a method to simulate product and package deterioration over time, based on the Arrhenius equation. This testing is crucial for manufacturers needing to establish expiry dates and comply with FDA requirements without the extensive timelines of real-time aging. While accelerated aging meets regulatory testing requirements, it does not replace real-time aging. Test temperatures should not exceed 60°C, with 55°C being a commonly recommended temperature by Nelson Labs. They also offer services for sample submission, customer portal access, and advisory services for regulatory and quality matters.

Key Highlights

  • Global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services for MedTech and pharmaceutical companies. Source
    “Nelson Labs is a leading global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services for MedTech and pharmaceutical companies.”
  • Salt Lake City, Utah location is an FDA registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility. Source
    “The Salt Lake City, Utah location is the global headquarters of Nelson Labs. It is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility.”
  • Offers comprehensive microbiological and analytical testing. Source
    “They offer comprehensive microbiological and analytical testing to ensure product safety and compliance.”
  • Provides accelerated aging testing to simulate product deterioration and establish expiry dates. Source
    “The concept behind accelerated aging testing: Increasing the temperature escalates the chemical reaction rate of the samples and results in deterioration of materials which simulates artificial aging.”

Certifications & Trust Signals

  • ISO 17025 accredited facility. Source
    “It is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility.”
  • FDA registered facility. Source
    “It is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and ISO 17025 accredited facility.”

Buyer Snapshot

Best for
  • MedTech and pharmaceutical companies
  • Manufacturers requiring packaging and shelf-life validation
How engagement typically works
  • Direct contact for testing inquiries
  • Customer portal for sample submission and status updates
Typical deliverables
  • Microbiological and analytical test reports
  • Accelerated aging study reports
  • Real-time aging study reports
  • Expert advisory services
Good to know
  • Best when requiring FDA-compliant packaging and shelf-life testing.
HQ: Salt Lake City, US
Languages: English
Timezones: America/Denver
Claim status: Listed

Services & Capabilities

Packaging + Shelf-life + Distribution Testing

Countries: United States, Mexico, Europe, Asia
Industries: Medical Devices
Packaging Tests Offered: Package integrity, Seal strength
Shelf Life Methods Offered: Accelerated aging, Real-time aging, Both
Distribution Tests Offered: Vibration, Drop, Other
Standards Supported: FDA Guidance
Is Accredited: Yes
Accreditation Body: ISO 17025
Regions Served: Global, Europe
Lead Time Band: Start in 0-2 weeks
Quote SLA: < 24 hours
Minimum Project Size: No minimum

Additional packaging_shelf_life_testing Details

Packaging Tests Offered
Package integrity, Seal strength, Accelerated aging, Real-time aging
Standards Supported
ASTM F1980 Standard Guide for Accelerated Aging of Sterile Barrier System for Medical Devices, FDA Guidance
Shelf Life Methods Offered
Real-time aging, Accelerated aging
Distribution Tests Offered
Package distribution testing
Lead Time Band
Start in 0-2 weeks
Quote SLA
< 24 hours
Sample Return Policy
Return, Dispose, Both options
Minimum Project Size
No minimum
Pricing Model
Per project, Fixed package, Tiered, Custom
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