We at GREEN8 Japan provide comprehensive support for international transportation of laboratory animals from/to Japan.
Through GREEN8’s specialized transportation services for laboratory animals, we contribute to the advancement of life sciences and the improvement of human well-being as part of the global research and development infrastructure.As a trusted partner in bioscience collaboration, medical research, and pharmaceutical development, GREEN8 Japan ensures a safe, reliable, and hygienic delivery of valuable laboratory animals, backed by a proven track record of excellence and reliability.
GREEN8 Japan handles the international transportation of laboratory animals, such as Specific Pathogen-Free (SPF) animals and Barrier System (BS) animals. Our services cover a wide range of species, including mice, rats, rabbits, cynomolgus monkeys, common marmosets, ferrets, and more.
Key Features of GREEN8 Japan’s laboratory Animal Transportation Services
Comprehensive Door-to-Door Support from/to Japan
We provide end-to-end support for the safe transportation of lab animals—from any location in Japan, packaging, Animal quarantine procedures, tendering to the airline and final delivery. Our expertise ensures precise temperature control and low-vibration transport, tailored to the needs of live animals and flexible to accommodate different weather condition all year around. Backed by extensive experience in Japan , we deliver valuable lab animals to their destination from/to Japan smoothly and under low-stress conditions.
Quarantine Application And Regulatory Support in Japan
You can rely on GREEN8 Japan to handle the essential tasks of animal quarantine procedures and research on import/export regulations for the international transportation of lab animals. At GREEN8 japan, we handle all quarantine applications and customs clearance on your behalf.
Leveraging our proven experience, we offer expert support tailored to the specific conditions and strains of each animal, including germ-free, Barrier System (BS), and Specific Pathogen-Free (SPF) animals—ensuring compliance with the unique requirements of each country.
Packaging Support in Compliance with International Transport Regulations – Animal Transport Containers and Feed Supply from Japan
Transporting laboratory animals requires specific containers, cages, and labels that comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations. At GREEN8 Japan, we provide full packaging support, including the preparation of IATA-compliant animal transport containers. In addition, we can supply lab animal feed and equipment tailored to your needs—regardless of species, size, strain, sex, or quantity.
Japan Pickup and Delivery by Disinfected, Temperature-Controlled Vehicles
To ensure that your valuable laboratory animals are transported in a clean and secure environment, we use disinfected, chartered vehicles with temperature control. Our experienced drivers, trained in live animal transport, handle each delivery with care and precision. Disinfection certificates can be issued upon request.
GREEN8 Japan’s Proposed Solutions
List of laboratory Animals handled by GREEN8 Japan
- Mice (including Meriones unguiculatus, Mus musculus, etc.)
- Rats (including cotton rats, etc.)
- Hamsters (Chinese hamsters, golden hamsters, etc.)
- Rabbits
- Common marmosets
- Scandentia
- Ferrets
- Guinea pigs
- Cynomolgus monkeys
- Zebrafish, medaka, and fish embryos
- GREEN8 also accommodates tranfer of a wide range of specialized models such as genetically modified models, immunodeficient models, diabetic models, closed colonies, inbred strains, and hybrid strains.
If you require transport for laboratory animals not listed here, please feel free to contact us for consultation.
GREEN8 Japan’s Laboratory Animal Transport Track Record
- Research mice (SPF mice) to France: 36–72 hours
- Research mice from Germany to Japan: 36–72 hours
- Research rabbits from the Netherlands to Japan: 36–72 hours
- Research mouse embryos and sperm (frozen embryos ,sperm) to China: 24–48 hours
- Research mice from Japan to USA : 36–72 hours
- Fish embryos (frozen embryos) from Japan to Germany: 36–72 hours
- etc
Laboratory Animal Transport Process
1. Consultation & Cost Quotation
Let us know the type and number of animals, the number of cages, the pickup and delivery locations, and your preferred shipping schedule. Based on this information, we will provide you with a detailed quotation.
2. Shipping order & Transport Arrangements
Once you confirm your shipping order, we will begin by researching import/export regulations for the destination country and preparing the necessary documents for quarantine applications. We will also inform you of the scheduled pickup date.
3. Japan Pickup, Quarantine & Export Customs Clearance
We will prepare the required transport containers and cages, and collect the animals using a chartered vehicle. GREEN8 will handle the entire process, including quarantine procedures and export customs clearance, so you can rest assured.
4. Flight, Import Customs, Quarantine & Delivery
From Japan pickup to quarantine applications and export clearance, we operate on the shortest possible schedule. We book the fastest available flight routes and carry out all transport operations with a strong focus on minimizing stress for the animals, ensuring safe and secure delivery.
Temperature control reports and disinfection certificates can be issued after transport upon request.
GREEN8 Japan can also work in collaboration with the receiving institution’s designated agents to carry out the transport.
From document preparation to pickup, delivery, and packaging support, we provide high-quality animal transportation services.
