When purchasing CO2RE Intima external handpieces, clinics need a clear description of the component and package being supplied.

A listing may call the product a tip, applicator or handpiece. Those words should not replace exact references, compatibility documentation and packaging information.

This guide explains how to compare five-pack offers, calculate delivered cost and plan replacement stock. For reference identification, read our [AS90245 and KT76685 product guide](/blogs/news/co2re-intima-external-tips-as90245-kt76685).

Specify the Exact External Component

Start the inquiry with the required product rather than a broad description such as “Candela laser tips.”

For the references covered here, public records identify AS90245 as the external component and KT76685 as the five-pack. gs1

Include:

• Exact component reference.
• Five-pack reference where applicable.
• Console and Intima configuration.
• Required individual quantity.
• Minimum remaining shelf life.
• Delivery destination.
• Required delivery date.

State explicitly that external components are required. Do not leave the supplier to infer external versus internal from a general Intima inquiry.

Confirm What the Five-Pack Contains

The quotation should distinguish one five-pack from five packs.

An offer for “five units” should be clarified if the unit is ambiguous.

Also establish whether the supplier is supplying a manufacturer pack or assembling individual items into a seller bundle. These should be described accurately.

Calculate Price Per Handpiece

For an equivalent product comparison:

Product cost per handpiece = pack price ÷ individual handpieces included

A hypothetical five-pack priced at $250 has a product cost of $50 per handpiece.

Next, include the transaction’s additional costs.

Delivered cost per handpiece = total purchasing cost ÷ total handpieces ordered

These calculations help compare quantities. They do not establish authenticity, compatibility or clinical suitability.

An Illustrative Delivered-Cost Comparison

These are hypothetical figures, not current quotations.

Offer A has the lower product price, while Offer B has the lower cost after shipping. Applicable taxes and import charges must still be considered.

Compare Equivalent Products

Before selecting an offer, confirm that the goods match in:

• Exact reference.
• External component category.
• Manufacturer identity.
• Product origin.
• Supported equipment.
• Pack contents.
• Remaining shelf life.
• Packaging condition.
• Support terms.

Do not compare an internal component against an external component solely because both are described as CO2RE Intima accessories.

A lower price for expired or inadequately documented goods does not establish equivalent purchasing value.

Evaluate the Supplier

A supplier should provide clear business details and accurate product information.

Manufacturer Identity

Request evidence supporting any manufacturer-original claim. Familiar branding or a database-matching reference alone does not authenticate the supplied goods.

Compatibility Documentation

Ask for the exact supported equipment configuration. “Compatible with Candela” is too broad.

Stock Availability

Confirm whether the quoted quantity is available and whether the order will ship together.

Support Terms

Establish how the supplier handles shortages, incorrect references, damaged packages and reported defects before payment.

What a Written Quotation Should Include

Request:

• Seller identity.
• Individual component reference.
• Pack reference.
• Total quantity.
• Manufacturer and stated origin.
• Product condition.
• Expiry information.
• Stock status.
• Shipping origin.
• Dispatch estimate.
• Shipping charge.
• Import-charge responsibility.
• Return and defect terms.

If batch information is unavailable at quotation stage, establish when it will be confirmed.

A sample photograph should not be treated as confirmation of all expiry dates in a bulk shipment.

Shelf Life and Bulk Purchasing

Order quantities should match documented consumption and remaining shelf life.

Estimate:

Months of stock = individual components ordered ÷ average monthly usage

An order of thirty components for a clinic using five per month represents approximately six months of inventory.

Compare that coverage with actual expiry dates at the expected delivery date. Allow a suitable buffer for booking changes and delivery delays.

Do not base stock planning on reuse of components labeled single-use.

Plan Replenishment Using Full Lead Time

Lead time includes supplier processing, dispatch, transport and customs clearance where relevant.

A practical calculation is:

Reorder point = expected usage during replenishment + reserve stock

Use actual usage and delivery records to refine the estimate. Track external and internal components separately so that surplus stock of one category does not conceal a shortage of another.

Confirm Shipping Origin

The seller’s business address does not necessarily identify the stock location.

Ask where the goods will ship from, which carrier will be used and when dispatch is expected.

For international purchases, establish responsibility for import documentation and charges. If delivery is needed before a particular date, communicate that requirement before payment.

“Express shipping” is not a complete delivery commitment without a dispatch estimate.

Inspect the Delivery Before Use

Compare the shipment with the purchase order and record:

1. Product references.
2. Pack and individual quantities.
3. Batch information.
4. Expiry dates.
5. Protective-package condition.
6. Any discrepancies.

Keep expired, damaged or unidentified items separate. Report issues promptly with photographs and the invoice number.

Follow the applicable instructions for handling and storage rather than selecting conditions from a general laser-system specification.

Returns and Defect Support

Read the policy before opening packages.

Ask about incorrect components, shortages, delivery damage, unopened returns and operational complaints.

Confirm the reporting deadline, required evidence, return-shipping responsibility and available remedies.

For a reported problem, record the exact equipment configuration and component reference. Do not modify the component or force its connection while investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a CO2RE Intima five-pack cost?

Prices vary by exact product, supplier terms, quantity and destination. Request a current quotation.

Is buying several packs always better value?

Compare delivered unit cost, shelf life and expected consumption. Quantity alone does not establish better value.

Does “tip” mean a separate attachment for KT76685?

The reviewed records identify KT76685 as the five-pack reference. Ask the supplier to clarify any wording suggesting otherwise.

Does the pack include internal handpieces?

Do not assume this. The referenced pack is described as external.

Does a reference establish universal compatibility?

No. Verify the actual equipment configuration.

Does independent supply include manufacturer warranty?

Do not assume this. Confirm manufacturer coverage and seller support separately.

Where can I identify AS90245 and KT76685?

Read our [CO2RE Intima external component reference guide](/blogs/news/co2re-intima-external-tips-as90245-kt76685).

Request a Complete Five-Pack Quote

Provide the exact external component, package reference, quantity and equipment details. Ask the supplier to confirm origin, compatibility, expiry, delivered cost and support.

A complete quotation makes offers easier to compare and delivered goods easier to verify.