Research Use Only Policy

What “Research Use Only” Means

Research Use Only (RUO) is a designation indicating that a product is intended solely for use in laboratory research. RUO products:

• Have not been approved or evaluated by the FDA for human use
• Must not be administered to humans or animals outside of approved research protocols
• Are intended for qualified scientists and researchers in laboratory settings
• Are not dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, or therapeutic agents

Supplier Status

Lemon Labs is a chemical supplier. Lemon Labs is not a compounding pharmacy under section 503A of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and is not an outsourcing facility under section 503B. Products are sold for research, laboratory, or analytical purposes only, and not for human or animal consumption.

Our Compliance Standards

• Labeling.Every product is labeled “For Research Use Only — Not for Human Consumption.”
• Marketing. All site content and communications strictly avoid human-use language, dosing advice, and medical claims.
• Purchaser verification. Purchasers must agree to RUO terms and certify eligibility at checkout.
• Documentation. Each batch is independently tested, with Certificates of Analysis available in our COA library.

Prohibited Uses

The following uses are strictly prohibited and violate our Terms of Service:

• Self-administration or administration to other humans
• Use in animals outside of formal, approved research protocols
• Resale for human-use purposes
• Making medical or therapeutic claims about these products
• Providing dosing recommendations for human use

Purchaser Responsibility

It is the purchaser's responsibility to ensure that acquiring, possessing, handling, and using these compounds complies with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations.

Questions

For compliance questions, contact support@lemonlabsresearch.com.