Shipping & Delivery

Shipping is calculated in the Shopping Cart.

When will Nasco ship my order?
PLEASE NOTE: COVID-19 has impacted the worldwide supply chain. As a result, some orders may be temporarily delayed. Rest assured, we are doing everything we can to deliver your order as quickly as possible. If you'd like to explore substitute products or other alternatives, please call us at 1.800.558.9595 or email us at [email protected]. 

Generally, orders received on a business day by 11 am (CT) will ship within 48 hours (excluding "non-stock" items and dissection/preserved materials).

What are business days?
Business days are Monday through Friday (Items shipped Next Day Air on Friday will be delivered on Monday; items shipped Second Day Air on Friday will be delivered on Tuesday, etc.)

Order Total — Some exclusions apply
Shipping Charge*
$199 or More
FREE
$0–$198.99‡
$14.95

*Charge applies to each separate order. Valid on domestic shipments only.

‡An additional small order handling fee of $5.00 will be applied to orders under $50.00.

Next and 2nd day shipping available, please call 1.800.558.9595 for rates.

Alaska & Hawaii shipping: Please call 1.800.558.9595 for rates.

Product Exclusions

Truck logo items, dissection/preserved materials, Whirl-Pak® products, and Healthcare products are excluded from shipping rates listed above. Please call 1.800.558.9595 for a shipping quote.

Puerto Rico, U.S. Territory, and Distributor Orders

Are excluded from shipping rates listed above. Please call 1.800.558.9595 for a shipping quote.

International Orders

Actual shipping charges will apply. Prepayment is required. Please call 1.800.558.9595 for a shipping quote.

PLEASE NOTE: COVID-19 has impacted the worldwide supply chain. As a result, some orders may be temporarily delayed. Rest assured, we are doing everything we can to deliver your order as quickly as possible. If you'd like to explore substitute products or other alternatives, please call us at 1.800.558.9595 or email us at [email protected]. 

We will ship your order the most secure and economical way, unless you request a particular method of shipment. Most orders within the continental United States arrive within 5-7 business days.

Regular or Small Parcels

Most orders will be shipped using FedEx® or Priority Mail.

This icon indicates that additional freight charges may apply. Items with this designation require higher shipping charges than typical parcel rates due to size and special handling requirements by the shipping company. Call Nasco at 1.800.558.9595 for more information.

Nasco strictly adheres to the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations regarding products classified as “hazardous materials.” In following these regulations, you may be assessed a $45.00 per carton special handling surcharge for items defined within this category. For your convenience, these products are designated in the catalog by a ♦ or D.O.T. classification next to the catalog number.

Ground Service & Priority Mail

HOLIDAY SHIPPING for Ground Service: Place your order by noon (CDT) December 17 to ensure delivery by December 24. (Applies to in-stock items only)

This is your least expensive choice and the default choice on the shopping cart.

Next Day Air

HOLIDAY SHIPPING for Next Day Air: Place your order by noon (CDT) December 21 for delivery December 24.* (Applies to in-stock items only)

Next business day after shipment, at additional cost compared to Ground. Saturday delivery may be available in some areas at extra cost. Call 1.800.558.9595 for details and pricing.

Second Day Air

HOLIDAY SHIPPING for Second Day Air: Place your order by noon (CDT) December 20 for delivery December 24.* (Applies to in-stock items only)

Second business day after shipment, at additional cost over Ground, but less than Next Day Air.

Three Day Select

HOLIDAY SHIPPING for Three Day Select: Place your order by noon (CDT) December 18 – 19 for delivery December 23. (Applies to in-stock items only)

Third business day after shipment, at additional cost compared to Ground, but less than Second Day Air. No Saturday deliveries.

Truck Freight

Used for large shipments and heavy items. Since this shipping cost varies depending upon location being shipped to, the final shipping costs cannot be calculated precisely. To obtain an estimate, please call Customer Care at 1.800.558.9595.

If you have at least one item in your cart that requires special shipping, after submitting your order, you will be contacted within 2 business days by Customer Care with a shipping estimate. Your payment will not be processed until the shipping amount is approved by you.

Call for Availability

For products that are seasonal, please call our toll-free number 1.800.558.9595 before ordering to verify availability of product.

In Stock

Usually ships in 24–48 hours.

Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks

Usually ships in 1–2 weeks.

Ships from Factory

Ships direct from the factory, and is generally specified in the product description. (usually in 4–6 weeks).

Temporarily Out of Stock

Out of stock (you may order if you choose to wait 2 weeks or more).

Special Order

For products that are custom made, including Nasco custom kits.

Filing Claims for Damaged Merchandise

Unfortunately, there are occasions when merchandise is damaged during shipment. If delivery was via truck, Nasco Customer Care MUST be notified within 15 business days of delivery to file freight claim with the trucking company. If delivery was via FedEx® or Priority Mail, please contact Nasco Customer Care immediately. IMPORTANT! In all cases, retain original carton and packing materials.

Questions About an Order?

Our Customer Care Representatives are experts at resolving any issues you may have with your order.

Please follow these 3 easy steps:

  • Please review your packing slip carefully. You may find that changes or substitutions are fully detailed.
  • If you need to contact Nasco Customer Care, make sure you have one or more of the following available: Nasco order number, invoice number, purchase order number, and billing and shipping addresses.
  • Authorized returns are permitted only by request on stock merchandise within 30 days of the date of invoice.

Restocking fees may apply.