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Liquids
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Mineral Material Shipping Guidelines

1. Minimum Volume of Mineral Material

Unless preapproved, each shipment must contain a minimum quantity of 2 – 5-gallon buckets.

2. Maximum Weight of Mineral Material

The weight of each 5-gallon bucket shall not exceed 75 lbs.

3. Approved Shipping Containers

The weight of each 5-gallon bucket shall not exceed 75 lbs.

4. Sample Containment

  • All mineral samples must be placed in sealed geological sample or 6 mil polyethylene plastic bags inside the shipping container.
  • Each sealed sample bag must have a legibly marked sample ID number.

5. Documentation Requirements

A copy of the PTOE Labs Sample Submission Form (SSF) must be placed in a watertight bag and enclosed inside the shipping container before sealing.

6. Container Markings

  • Shipper’s name
  • A valid physical return shipping address
  • Custodian of record
  • PTOE-issued Company ID number that corresponds to the sample owner
  • Handwritten Company ID number using permanent ink

7. Sealing Procedure

After sealing the container, all lids must be wrapped and resealed with clear shipping tape.

8. Prohibition of Hazardous Materials

No hazardous material shall be shipped to or received by PTOE Labs.

9. Shipping Destination & Receiving Hours

  • Address: PTOE LABS, 1024 A U.S. Highway 377, Pilot Point, Texas 76258
  • Receiving Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

10. Approved Bulk Sample Containers

  • New, sealed 1-ton bulk bags/super sacks
  • New, sealed 55-gallon steel drums
  • Used or damaged 55-gallon drums will be rejected
  • Each bulk container must have the same identification labels
By shipping samples to PTOE Labs, the sender acknowledges and agrees to comply with all the above requirements. Non-compliant shipments may be rejected or returned at the sender’s expense.
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Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern the use of the websites owned and operated by PTOE Corporation and its affiliates (“PTOE”, “we”, “us”, “our”), which are accessible via the websites linking to these Terms (“Websites”). By using our Websites, you agree to be bound by these Terms in their entirety. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should refrain from using the Websites. PTOE may update these Terms from time to time without notice, so please review them periodically. Any changes will become effective as soon as they are posted. These Terms supersede all prior notices or agreements regarding the use of our Websites.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms apply to any individual, entity, or organization (“you”) that accesses or uses the Websites. Our Privacy Policy and Cookie Notice are also integral parts of these Terms, so we encourage you to read them before using the Websites. Additional terms may apply to specific services or products provided by PTOE, which will be clearly communicated.

2. Use of the Websites

Your access to and use of the Websites is granted under the condition that you comply with these Terms. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, or distribute any material from the Websites unless explicitly permitted by these Terms.

3. User Age and Access

By submitting information through the Websites, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction to form a binding agreement.

4. License

The content on the Websites, including text, images, and HTML code (“Materials”), is protected by intellectual property laws. Except as otherwise permitted, you may not use the Materials for any commercial purposes without our written consent. We grant you a personal, non-transferable, and non-exclusive license to access and use the Websites and their contents solely for personal, non-commercial use. You may view, download, and print materials for personal purposes, but you may not modify or distribute them for commercial use without obtaining prior permission. By posting any content on the Websites, you grant PTOE a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such content for any lawful purpose.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

The intellectual property rights for all content on the Websites are owned by PTOE or its licensors. Your use of the Websites does not grant you any rights to the intellectual property contained therein. You must not alter, distribute, or create derivative works of any content without the express written permission of PTOE. All trademarks, service marks, and logos on the Websites are proprietary to PTOE or its licensors.

6. International Use and Compliance with Laws

PTOE operates the Websites from the United States, and all data is processed within the U.S. If you access the Websites from outside the U.S., you are responsible for complying with applicable local laws. By using the Websites, you agree to comply with all applicable laws, including those governing data transmission and export controls.

7. Consent to Processing

By providing personal information through the Websites, you consent to its collection and processing in the United States, including users in the European Union.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Websites may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or accuracy of those websites. If you find any link objectionable, please contact us, and we will consider removing it. However, we are not obligated to do so.

9. Hyperlinking to Our Websites

You may link to our home page or other content on the Websites, provided that the link: (a) is legal, (b) does not harm PTOE’s reputation, (c) is not misleading, and (d) does not imply endorsement of your site or its content. We reserve the right to request the removal of any links at our discretion.

10. Content Liability

While we strive to ensure that the information on our Websites is accurate, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the content. We are not responsible for the content on websites that link to our Websites. Additionally, we do not warrant that access to our Websites will be uninterrupted or error-free.

11. Prohibited Activities

You may not use the Websites in any way that may: (a) disrupt or damage the functionality of the Websites or the servers, (b) interfere with other users’ access to the Websites, (c) engage in unauthorized access to our servers, or (d) violate applicable laws. Any attempt to breach these Terms will result in immediate termination of your access to the Websites.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Websites are provided “as is,” without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee the availability, accuracy, or security of the Websites. Your use of the Websites is at your own risk.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, PTOE is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the Websites. Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms will not exceed $100.

14. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PTOE and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

16. Updates to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The revised Terms will be posted on the Websites with an updated Effective Date. By continuing to use the Websites after such updates, you agree to be bound by the updated Terms.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of California. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Websites will be resolved in the courts of California.

18. Limitation on Time to File Claims

Any claims arising from these Terms must be filed within one year of the cause of action accruing, otherwise, they will be barred.

19. General Information

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and PTOE. You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our written consent. These Terms inure to the benefit of PTOE’s successors and assigns.