Research Use Only

Product Designation

All products manufactured, distributed, and sold by Valeo Labs LLC are classified and labeled as "For Research Use Only — Not for Human Consumption." This designation applies to every product listed on our website, including but not limited to peptides, research compounds, reference standards, and ancillary supplies.

Products are intended exclusively for use as:

• In-vitro research reagents and reference materials.
• Analytical standards for laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, LC-MS, etc.).
• Experimental compounds for legitimate scientific investigation.
• Educational materials for accredited academic institutions.

Valeo Labs products are not drugs, pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, food additives, cosmetics, or therapeutic agents. They have not been evaluated, approved, or cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or any equivalent regulatory body for safety, efficacy, or any specific use.

Prohibited Uses

The following uses of Valeo Labs products are strictly prohibited:

• Human consumption, injection, ingestion, inhalation, or any form of self-administration.
• Administration to animals (veterinary use) outside of an approved research protocol.
• Use in clinical trials, diagnostic procedures, or therapeutic applications unless conducted under proper regulatory approval (e.g., FDA IND).
• Formulation into finished products intended for human or animal use, including supplements, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals.
• Resale or redistribution as consumer-facing health products, dietary supplements, or over-the-counter remedies.
• Marketing, advertising, or promoting any Valeo Labs product for human use, performance enhancement, weight loss, anti-aging, or any therapeutic claim.
• Any use that violates applicable local, state, federal, or international laws.

Purchaser Acknowledgment

By placing an order on the Valeo Labs website, you explicitly acknowledge and agree to the following:

• You are at least 18 years of age.
• You are purchasing products solely for lawful in-vitro research, laboratory experimentation, or educational purposes.
• You will not use, administer, or enable the administration of any Valeo Labs product on humans or animals outside of an approved research setting.
• You will not resell, relabel, repackage, or redistribute any product as a consumer good, supplement, or pharmaceutical.
• You understand that Valeo Labs products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.
• You accept full legal responsibility for the handling, storage, and use of all products after delivery.
• You have verified that the purchase, possession, and intended use of the products comply with all laws and regulations applicable to your jurisdiction.

This acknowledgment constitutes a binding agreement between you and Valeo Labs LLC. Completing checkout serves as your electronic signature confirming acceptance of these terms.

Labeling & Packaging

Every Valeo Labs product is clearly labeled with the following information:

• Product name and quantity.
• CAS number (where applicable).
• Lot/batch number for traceability.
• "For Research Use Only — Not for Human Consumption" designation.
• Storage and handling instructions.

Removing, altering, obscuring, or defacing the "Research Use Only" labeling on any Valeo Labs product is strictly prohibited and constitutes a violation of these terms.

Quality Assurance & Documentation

Valeo Labs is committed to providing the highest-quality research compounds available. Our quality assurance program includes:

• Independent third-party testing of every product batch via HPLC, LC-MS, and/or other validated analytical methods.
• Certificates of Analysis (COAs) published for every product and accessible at valeolabs.com/coas.
• Strict chain-of-custody documentation from synthesis through fulfillment.
• Temperature-controlled storage and handling prior to shipment.
• Ongoing supplier qualification and raw material verification.

Quality specifications provided on COAs and product pages are for informational purposes related to research use. No warranty of fitness for any particular research application, therapeutic use, or clinical outcome is expressed or implied.

Our Commitment to Responsible Supply

Inquiries We Cannot Respond To

To maintain compliance with our research-use-only policy, Valeo Labs will not respond to inquiries regarding:

• Dosage, dosing protocols, or administration guidelines for humans or animals.
• Expected effects, outcomes, or benefits of any product when used on humans or animals.
• Reconstitution instructions intended for injection, ingestion, or any form of self-administration.
• Comparisons to pharmaceutical drugs or branded medications.
• Medical advice, diagnosis guidance, or treatment recommendations.
• Requests to remove or modify the "Research Use Only" designation from products or documentation.

FDA Disclaimer

The products sold on this website have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.

Statements made on this website, on product labels, in marketing materials, or in any associated documentation have not been evaluated by the FDA and are provided solely for informational purposes related to in-vitro research. No claims regarding human health outcomes are made or implied.

Valeo Labs is not a pharmacy, medical provider, or pharmaceutical manufacturer. We are a supplier of research-grade materials for scientific and educational use.

Liability & Indemnification

By purchasing products from Valeo Labs, you agree that:

• Valeo Labs LLC shall not be held liable for any injury, illness, death, property damage, regulatory action, or other harm resulting from the misuse, improper handling, or unauthorized use of any product.
• You will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Valeo Labs LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use or misuse of any product.
• All risk associated with the possession, handling, storage, and use of products purchased from Valeo Labs transfers to you upon delivery to the shipping carrier.

This limitation of liability applies to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based.

Regulatory Compliance

Valeo Labs operates in compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state laws governing the manufacture, sale, and distribution of research-use-only compounds. We cooperate with regulatory authorities and law enforcement when required by law.

It is the sole responsibility of each purchaser to ensure that the purchase, importation, possession, and use of any Valeo Labs product complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies in their jurisdiction. Laws regarding research compounds vary significantly by country, state, and locality. Valeo Labs makes no representation that products available on the Site are legal to purchase, possess, or use in all jurisdictions.

Reporting Misuse

If you become aware of any misuse of Valeo Labs products, including illegal distribution, counterfeit labeling, or use on humans or animals, we encourage you to report it confidentially:

Related Policies

This Research Use Only policy is part of Valeo Labs' broader legal framework. For complete details on your rights and obligations, please also review:

• Terms of Service — general website usage terms.
• Terms of Sale — purchase and transaction terms.
• Privacy Policy — how we collect and protect your data.
• Shipping & Returns — delivery options and return process.

In the event of any conflict between this Research Use Only policy and other Valeo Labs policies, this policy shall take precedence with respect to permitted and prohibited uses of products.