USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. Through our standards, advocacy and education, USP helps increase the availability of quality medicines, supplements and food for billions of people worldwide.
To protect and improve their health, many people purchase dietary supplements and herbal medicines over the counter—often assuming they’re regulated like drugs. While the law requires pharmaceuticals to meet specific quality standards set by USP, the same requirements don’t apply to supplements. That’s why we’ve created quality standards and a verification process specifically for these health products, giving manufacturers the tools they need to safeguard the health of their consumers. Brands that display the USP Verified Mark signal to the public that what’s on their label is what’s in the bottle, allowing their vetted product to stand apart from a majority of the competition.
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American Botanical Council (ABC), American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), AOAC International, Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), United Natural Products Association (UNPA)Exporting Status:
YesGeographic Area of Interest:
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1820