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Independent testing guide · 3 test types · 27 labs

How to test your peptides.

Independent peptide testing verifies what's actually inside the vial you purchased. This guide explains three types of analytical tests — HPLC purity, endotoxin screening, and quantity verification — how to submit samples to accredited testing laboratories, and what to expect in cost and turnaround time. For published results, browse the lab tests database.

Test types covered
3
Accredited labs
27
Avg cost (full panel)
$80–150
Turnaround
3–21 days

Why test your peptides?

4 quality risks
01
Purity variance
HPLC purity results across brands range from 85% to 99.5% for the same peptide. Without testing, actual purity is unknown.
02
Underdosing
Quantity verification reveals whether the vial contains the amount stated on the label. Many products contain less than 90% of labeled quantity.
03
Bacterial contamination
Endotoxin screening detects bacterial lipopolysaccharides that cause fever and inflammatory reactions. FDA limit: 5 EU/kg body weight.
04
Identity confirmation
Mass spectrometry verifies the molecular identity — confirming the vial contains the correct compound, not a substitute.

What tests should you request?

3 analytical tests
Test type
What it measures
Cost / sample
Turnaround
HPLC Purity Analysis
Most commonly requested
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography separates and quantifies components of a peptide sample. The result is a purity percentage representing the proportion that consists of the target compound.
$50–100USD
5–10 daysbusiness
Endotoxin Screening (LAL)
Recommended for injectables
The Limulus Amebocyte Lysate test measures bacterial endotoxin levels in EU/mL. Critical for injectable peptides to ensure safety against fever and inflammatory reactions.
$30–60USD
3–7 daysbusiness
Quantity Verification
Often bundled with HPLC
Measures actual peptide content in milligrams and compares to labeled amount. Reveals underdosing or overdosing. Often included with HPLC at no additional cost.
$0–50USD
5–10 daysbusiness

How to get your peptides tested

5-step process
01
Choose a testing laboratory
Browse the testing laboratories directory to find an accredited lab. Consider location, turnaround time, and cost. Labs are listed below sorted by published test volume so you can prioritize labs with proven throughput.
02
Contact the laboratory
Reach out directly via their website or email. Specify which tests you want and the peptide compound name. Most labs respond within 1–2 business days with sample preparation instructions.
03
Prepare and ship your sample
Most labs require 1–5 mg of peptide material. Ship in the original sealed vial when possible. Cold-chain shipping may be recommended for heat-sensitive peptides — check with the lab.
04
Receive your Certificate of Analysis
The lab delivers a CoA with results, typically via email in PDF format. Turnaround ranges from 3–21 business days depending on test type and lab workload.
05
Submit your results to the database
Upload your CoA through the lab test submission form. Published results help the community compare brands and shops, and contribute to verified trust scores.

How much does peptide testing cost?

USD ranges by test type
Test typeCost / sampleTurnaround
HPLC Purity Analysis$50–1005–10 days
Endotoxin Screening (LAL)$30–603–7 days
Quantity Verification$0–505–10 days
Mass Spectrometry (Identity)$40–805–10 days
Full panel (all tests)$80–1507–14 days

Volume discounts available at most laboratories. Contact labs directly for current pricing — these ranges reflect typical published rates and may vary by region and sample preparation requirements.

Where to get tested

12 labs · sorted by volume
Laboratory
Location
Tests processed
Profile
F
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
2031tests
J
Turnaround: 5-10 business days
Europe, Czech Republic
1684tests
C
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
475tests
V
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
445tests
B
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
345tests
T
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
171tests
M
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
153tests
E
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
116tests
M
Turnaround: Contact lab
USA
99tests
B
Turnaround: Contact lab
TX, USA
89tests
A
Turnaround: Contact lab
Poland, Europe
81tests
H
Turnaround: Contact lab
Location not provided
75tests

What to do with your results

After receiving your Certificate of Analysis, submit the results to the lab tests database. Published test results contribute to trust scores for peptide shops, help other buyers compare brands, and build a transparent quality record for the peptide market. Currently 6,168 tests are on file from 27 verified labs.

Each submission requires four pieces of information: the peptide name, the brand name, the purity percentage, and the testing laboratory name. Endotoxin levels, batch numbers, and container descriptions are optional but recommended.

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We can't test peptides on your behalf, but we can point you to a lab and explain what each report covers. Typical response within 72 hours.