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  "source": "Assay Systems register, https://assay-systems.com/register/",
  "access_notice": "On 15 November 2026, automated access to assay-systems.com closes. After that date, access is available only under a paid annual subscription contract. Contact: contact@assay-systems.com",
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      },
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        "detail": "of 614 suppliers · 0.07%"
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            "label": "new suppliers since 2024 · $105M",
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            "label": "end in March 2027 · $16.6M",
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            "unit": "count"
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            "label": "in departments never served · $16.6M",
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        "Lines the register files it under",
        "Suppliers next to it in the line"
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