The Jackson Laboratory

Original JAX® Shipping Containers

We perform extensive testing and evaluation to ensure the health and welfare of JAX® Mice in transit. Our custom-designed JAX shipping containers have proven effective in maintaining the health and comfort of mice during shipping within the United States and overseas. Our shipping containers are reusable, recyclable and the ideal choice for transporting mice.

Shipping Labels

Our shipping labels were designed with you in mind.

Order Details:

JAX® Mice Shipping Container - Shipping Labels - Quantity & Sex Listed

  • Quantity listed on label by compartment
  • Sex labels utilized and placed in highly visible locations
  • Peel and stick labels that identify animals in each compartment of the container; labels can be reused on cage cards

JAX® Mice Shipping Container - Shipping Labels - Consolidated Packing List & Shipping Container ID

  • Consolidated packing list per order
  • Shipping container ID listed with contents on packing list

JAX® Mice Shipping Container - Premium material type - varnished, chemical resistant

  • Premium material type - varnished, chemical resistant

JAX® Mice Shipping Container - Removable, tear-resistant label material

  • Removable, tear-resistant label material

Benefits And Details

Key benefits:
  • Designed for maximum mouse comfort and health
  • Ideal for transporting mice between facilities
  • Autoclavable, reusable and recyclable
Details:
  • User-friendly lid with clear windows for easy inspection during transit
  • Airflow through openings on two sides and lid
  • Sonic-welded filter
  • Partition insert for dividing container into two compartments as needed
  • Ideal size for packing and unpacking mice within a laminar flow hood or biosafety cabinet.
  • Capability to interlock when stacked
  • Meets International Air Transport Association (IATA) specifications
Dimensions:
  • Outside: 17.875" long x 11.670" wide x 7.5" deep
  • Inside floor space: 121.28 square inches

Contact JAX Customer Support

If you have questions about our new or previous shipping containers, our Customer Service team is happy to help. Customer service is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM ET.

[email protected]
1.800.422.6423 (USA, Canada & Puerto Rico)
1.207.288.5845 (International)

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