# Chemical and Sample Procedures for MAX IV Beamtime
To ensure safety and logistical efficiency, all users must follow these steps when preparing chemicals or samples for their experiment:

## 1. Safety Declaration and Lab Access
All chemicals and samples must be officially declared via the Experimental Safety Risk Assessment (ESRA) form. This is a mandatory step to ensure site safety and regulatory compliance.<br>
You can submit your declaration via the ESRA Portal. https://domni.maxiv.lu.se/risk-assessment/

If your work requires use of the chemical laboratory, ensure you request access within this same form. <br>
In addition to lab access. it is also reqired to book working space in the lab. https://lab-booking.maxiv.lu.se/login/

## 2. Ordering Chemicals via MAX IV
If you prefer for MAX IV to handle the procurement of your necessary chemicals, the Chemical Safety Team can facilitate the order for you.

How to order: Send an email to ChemSafety@maxiv.lu.se.

Required Details: Clearly specify the quantity and quality (e.g., analytical grade, hydrate, etc.) required.

The Process: Once the request is received, ChemSafety will manage the ordering, storage, and notify you once your materials have arrived and are ready for use.

Please note that 
Cost threshold is for commodities per user experiment is 10k SEK. The cost that exceeds 10 kSEK will be invoiced to the user group.  see user policies in detail, https://www.maxiv.lu.se/user-access/practical-information/user-policies/


## 3. Shipping Personal Chemicals/Samples
If you are providing your own chemicals, they must be shipped directly to the facility with specific labeling to ensure they reach your beamline without delay.

Shipping Address:

MAX IV Laboratory
Attn: [Your Name]
Fotongatan 8
224 84 LUND, Sweden

Required Information on Package:
To avoid logistical "black holes," please ensure the following details are clearly marked on the shipment:

User Name

Beamtime dates

Proposal Number

Local Contact Name + Phone Number