We understand how convenient it is to pay with a credit card — and we’d love to keep offering that option. But because we sell research-use-only peptides, major processors like Stripe, PayPal, Venmo, Cash App and Square don’t allow businesses like ours to use their platforms, even when products are fully legal.
Over the past year, we’ve continually searched for a sustainable solution. We’ve been approved for credit card (and other methods of payment) processing multiple times, only to have those accounts suddenly shut down — sometimes within days or weeks — leaving both us and our customers in a bind.
After going through this cycle over and over again, we’ve realized that the best way forward is to focus on stable and secure payment methods that won’t disappear without warning.
Many companies in this industry who still accept credit cards are doing one of two things:
- Violating their processor’s Terms of Service, or
- Mislabeling their business
We’re not willing to put our customers — or our business — at that kind of risk. Instead, we’re embracing secure, compliant payment methods that are built to support companies like ours for the long term.
Our current payment options include:
- eCheck / ACH Transfer – Learn how eChecks are Fast, Secure, and Work directly from your bank account.
- Chime – A quick and reliable mobile payment option.
- Vida Magica Wallet – A third party option to Pay with Credit / Debit Card
- Bitcoin – Learn How to Send Bitcoin with Cash App
By offering these payment methods, we can protect our operations, ensure consistent service, and remain transparent — even as other companies face sudden shutdowns.
We will continue exploring additional payment options over time so we can expand convenience without compromising stability or integrity.
We truly appreciate your understanding and support as we focus on integrity, legality, and long-term stability. Your trust means everything to us.
— AMC Essentials
