CRITICAL LEGAL NOTICE

All products sold by Circus Peptides are designated as Research Use Only (RUO) and are NOT approved by the FDA for human or veterinary use. Any misuse of these products is strictly prohibited and may result in serious legal consequences.

Legal Policy Document

Research Use Only (RUO) Policy

Comprehensive policy governing the sale, distribution, and lawful use of research compounds

Last Updated: January 2025 | Effective Date: Immediately upon purchase

1. Research Use Only (RUO) Definition & Scope

Research Use Only (RUO) is a regulatory designation indicating that products are intended solely for scientific investigation in controlled laboratory settings and are explicitly NOT intended for:

Explicitly Prohibited Applications:

  • Human consumption, administration, or use in any form
  • Veterinary use or animal treatment of any kind
  • Diagnostic procedures or medical testing
  • Therapeutic or clinical applications of any nature
  • Food, supplement, or cosmetic product formulation
  • Any use not compliant with institutional research protocols

All Circus Peptides products are clearly labeled with RUO designations and include appropriate warning statements on all packaging, documentation, and marketing materials.

2. Intended Use

Circus Peptides products are intended exclusively for the following lawful purposes:

Permitted Research Applications:

  • In vitro laboratory research conducted in controlled environments
  • Cellular and molecular biology studies by qualified researchers
  • Biochemical pathway investigation in academic or professional settings
  • Protein and peptide structure analysis for scientific purposes
  • Pharmacological research in non-clinical laboratory contexts
  • Educational research purposes in accredited institutions

All research use must comply with applicable institutional review board (IRB) guidelines, laboratory safety protocols, and federal, state, and local regulations governing research chemicals.

3. Prohibited Uses

The following uses are STRICTLY PROHIBITED and constitute a material breach of purchase terms:

Human Use Prohibition

  • • Self-administration or consumption
  • • Administration to other persons
  • • Clinical or therapeutic use
  • • Performance enhancement
  • • Cosmetic applications
  • • Bodybuilding or athletic use

Other Prohibited Uses

  • • Veterinary treatment or animal use
  • • Resale to unqualified parties
  • • Food or supplement formulation
  • • Unregulated clinical trials
  • • Any non-research purposes
  • • Unlawful activities

LEGAL WARNING: Misuse of RUO products may result in serious legal consequences including criminal prosecution, civil liability, regulatory enforcement actions, and permanent prohibition from purchasing research compounds. Circus Peptides reserves the right to report suspected misuse to appropriate authorities.

4. Purchaser Requirements & Qualifications

To purchase RUO research compounds from Circus Peptides, customers must meet the following qualification requirements:

Mandatory Purchaser Qualifications:

Valid Institutional Affiliation or Business License

Documentation of legitimate research institution, university, or registered business entity

Documented Research Credentials

Professional scientific credentials, academic appointment, or research certification

Appropriate Laboratory Facilities

Access to proper research laboratory equipment and controlled environments

Compliance with Local Regulations

Adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing research chemicals

RUO Acknowledgment Agreement

Signed acknowledgment of RUO restrictions and agreement to comply with all policy terms

Verification Process: Circus Peptides reserves the right to request and verify documentation of purchaser qualifications before processing orders. Orders may be denied if qualifications cannot be adequately verified or if there is reasonable suspicion of non-compliant use.

5. Regulatory Compliance Framework

Circus Peptides operates in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing the sale and distribution of research chemicals:

Federal Regulations

Products are not FDA-approved drugs or medical devices. All labeling, marketing, and distribution practices comply with FDA regulations for research chemicals under 21 CFR guidelines. Products are not subject to FDA pre-market approval or post-market surveillance requirements applicable to drugs and medical devices.

State & Local Laws

Customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with state and local laws governing possession, use, and handling of research chemicals in their jurisdiction. Some states or localities may have additional restrictions, licensing requirements, or reporting obligations beyond federal regulations.

International Compliance

International orders must comply with customs regulations, import laws, and research chemical regulations of the destination country. Customers are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable international laws, obtaining necessary import permits, and paying all duties, taxes, and fees.

6. Liability Limitations & Indemnification

By purchasing products from Circus Peptides, customers agree to the following liability terms:

Legal Agreement Terms:

No Liability for Misuse

Circus Peptides assumes NO LIABILITY for any harm, injury, adverse effects, property damage, or legal consequences resulting from improper use, misuse, abuse, or non-compliant use of products. This includes but is not limited to human consumption, veterinary use, or any use outside of appropriate research contexts.

Customer Indemnification

Customers agree to INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS Circus Peptides, its owners, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from their use, misuse, or handling of products.

No Medical Claims or Warranties

Circus Peptides makes NO CLAIMS, REPRESENTATIONS, OR WARRANTIES regarding efficacy, safety, suitability, or appropriateness for any human or veterinary application. Products are provided "AS IS" for research purposes only.

Research Context Only

All product information, specifications, and documentation are provided solely for research reference and scientific information. Nothing on this website or in product documentation constitutes medical advice, treatment recommendations, or endorsement of any particular use.

Assumption of Risk

Purchasers acknowledge and assume all risks associated with possession, storage, handling, and use of research compounds. Customers are solely responsible for ensuring appropriate safety protocols, proper training, and compliance with all applicable regulations.

7. Product Labeling & Documentation

All Circus Peptides products include appropriate RUO labeling and documentation:

Product Labels Include:

  • • "Research Use Only" designation
  • • "Not for Human or Veterinary Use" warning
  • • "Not FDA Approved" statement
  • • Product name and specifications
  • • Batch number and expiration date
  • • Storage requirements
  • • Safety warnings

Documentation Provided:

  • • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • • Product specification sheet
  • • RUO policy acknowledgment
  • • Storage and handling guidelines
  • • Safety data sheet (when applicable)
  • • Batch testing results
  • • Regulatory compliance statements

Customers are responsible for maintaining all product labels and documentation for compliance purposes and must not remove or alter RUO warnings.

8. Purchaser Acknowledgment & Agreement

By purchasing from Circus Peptides, you explicitly acknowledge and agree to the following:

Binding Agreement Statement

✓ I acknowledge that all products are designated Research Use Only (RUO) and are NOT approved for human or veterinary use.

✓ I understand that products are NOT FDA-approved and make no medical claims.

✓ I confirm I am a qualified research professional with appropriate credentials and facilities.

✓ I agree to use products strictly for lawful laboratory research purposes only.

✓ I will NOT use products for human consumption, self-administration, medical treatment, veterinary use, or any prohibited application.

✓ I accept full responsibility for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

✓ I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Circus Peptides from any claims arising from my use of products.

✓ I understand that violation of RUO restrictions may result in legal consequences and permanent prohibition from purchasing.

✓ I have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this RUO Policy and all Terms and Conditions.

LEGAL NOTICE: This agreement is legally binding. By completing a purchase, you electronically sign and agree to all terms of this RUO Policy. If you do not agree with any term, you must NOT purchase products from Circus Peptides.

Questions About This Policy?

If you have questions about our RUO Policy, compliance requirements, or regulatory framework, contact our compliance team