Material Transfer Agreement Template – US

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Please note: This is a sample Material Transfer Agreement (MTA) template for illustrative purposes only. Actual terms may differ based on specific circumstances and applicable regulations.

Material Transfer Agreement (US) Sample

Parties:

Provider: XYZ University
Address: 123 Science Road, City, State, ZIP

Recipient: ABC Biotech Inc.
Address: 456 Innovation Drive, City, State, ZIP

Material Details:

The material involved under this agreement includes the biological samples identified as XYZ-123, stored at XYZ University, to be transferred for research purposes as specified herein.

Transfer Terms:

The provider agrees to transfer the material described above to the recipient under the conditions set forth, for the sole purpose of research and development, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Parties’ Responsibilities:

The provider shall ensure the material is properly characterized and complies with safety standards. The recipient shall handle the material responsibly, comply with all applicable regulations, and use it solely for research purposes.

Governing Law:

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be resolved within the jurisdiction relevant to the provider’s location.

Additional Provisions:

  • The recipient shall not transfer or share the material with third parties without prior written consent from the provider.
  • This agreement is non-exclusive and may be terminated by either party with written notice.
  • The recipient agrees to handle the material in compliance with all applicable safety and environmental regulations.

Date: ______________________

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XYZ University (Provider)
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ABC Biotech Inc. (Recipient)