Research Use and Compliance Disclaimer

Effective Date: June 20, 2026

Last Updated: June 20, 2026

Important Legal Notice

PLEASE READ THIS DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY BEFORE ACCESSING OR USING THIS WEBSITE.

By accessing, browsing, or using this website ("Site"), you acknowledge, understand, and agree to be bound by the following terms, conditions, and disclaimers. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, you must immediately exit and refrain from using this Site.

Your use of this Site constitutes your acceptance of and consent to be bound by this disclaimer.

1. Intended Use Only

1.1 Research Purpose Statement

ALL PRODUCTS SOLD ON THIS WEBSITE ARE INTENDED EXCLUSIVELY FOR LABORATORY RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY.

The products listed on this website are:

Research Use Only (RUO) products
NOT approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
NOT approved by any equivalent regulatory authority
NOT intended for human or animal consumption, ingestion, or injection

1.2 Prohibited Uses

The products sold on this website are explicitly NOT intended for:

Prohibited Use	Explanation
Human Consumption	Products must not be ingested, injected, or used internally by humans in any manner
Animal Consumption	Products must not be used as animal food, supplements, or veterinary treatments
Food or Beverages	Products do not meet food safety regulations and are not food items
Dietary Supplements	Products are not dietary supplements as defined by applicable law
Drugs or Pharmaceuticals	Products are not approved as drugs or pharmaceutical products
Cosmetics	Products are not formulated, tested, or approved for cosmetic applications
Medical Devices	Products are not classified as medical devices
Household Use	Products must only be used in controlled laboratory environments
Self-Administration	Products must not be self-administered or used by non-qualified individuals
Diagnosis or Treatment	Products must not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition

1.3 Regulatory Status

IMPORTANT: The regulatory status of peptides and related compounds varies by jurisdiction. It is your sole responsibility to:

Determine the regulatory classification of any product in your jurisdiction
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and international laws
Obtain any required licenses, permits, or authorizations
Comply with all import and export regulations

2. Product Information Disclaimer

2.1 Product Descriptions

The information provided on this website regarding products, including:

Descriptions
Specifications
Purity levels
Applications
Research areas
Storage requirements

IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.

2.2 No Guarantees

We make no representations or warranties regarding:

Accuracy: Product descriptions are believed to be accurate but may contain errors or inaccuracies
Completeness: Information may not be comprehensive or complete
Currency: Information may be outdated or superseded
Fitness for Purpose: We do not warrant that any product is suitable for any specific research purpose
Results: We do not guarantee any research outcomes or results

2.3 Changes to Information

Product information, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice:

We reserve the right to modify product descriptions
We reserve the right to discontinue products
We reserve the right to change pricing
Images are for illustration purposes only

2.4 Third-Party Information

Any third-party information, including:

Research citations
Scientific publications
Testimonials
Case studies

IS PROVIDED FOR REFERENCE ONLY. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy of third-party information.

3. No Medical or Health Claims

3.1 Health-Related Information Prohibited

THE PRODUCTS LISTED ON THIS WEBSITE ARE NOT INTENDED TO:

Diagnose any disease, illness, or medical condition
Treat any disease, illness, or medical condition
Cure any disease, illness, or medical condition
Prevent any disease, illness, or medical condition
Mitigate any disease, illness, or medical condition
Affect any structure or function of the human body

3.2 No Medical Advice

Nothing on this website should be interpreted, construed, or implied as:

Medical advice or healthcare recommendations
Professional medical or clinical guidance
Diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional
Safety or efficacy data for medical applications
Substitute for professional medical consultation

3.3 Consult Healthcare Professionals

If you have or suspect you have a medical condition:

Consult a qualified healthcare professional
Do not use products purchased from this website for medical purposes
Follow the advice of qualified medical professionals

3.4 Adverse Events

We do not claim any therapeutic, medicinal, or health benefits from our products.

Any person experiencing adverse effects from any product should:

Immediately discontinue use
Seek medical attention if appropriate
Report the adverse event to us at [safety@pepsmarts.com]

4. Research Use Requirements

4.1 Eligible Users

By purchasing products from this website, you represent and warrant that you are:

At least 21 years of age
A qualified researcher, scientist, or laboratory professional
Affiliated with an accredited research institution, licensed laboratory, or registered business entity
Using products solely for legitimate laboratory research purposes
In compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

4.2 Laboratory Use Only

Products must be:

Handled only by trained laboratory professionals
Used only in appropriate laboratory settings
Stored according to specified conditions
Disposed of properly per hazardous waste regulations
Used with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

4.3 Research Documentation

You should:

Maintain proper research protocols
Document all product usage
Follow institutional safety guidelines
Comply with laboratory safety standards
Keep accurate records of product handling

4.4 Certificate of Analysis

Certificates of Analysis (COA), when provided:

Represent manufacturer test results at time of release
Do not constitute ongoing stability guarantees
Are provided for verification purposes only
Do not certify compliance with any regulatory standard

5. Regulatory Compliance Disclaimer

5.1 Sole Responsibility

YOU BEAR SOLE AND COMPLETE RESPONSIBILITY FOR:

Your Responsibility	Description
Legal Compliance	Ensuring purchase, possession, and use complies with all applicable federal, state, local, and international laws and regulations
Licenses and Permits	Obtaining any required licenses, permits, certifications, or authorizations
Import/Export	Complying with all import and export regulations
Age Verification	Ensuring you meet minimum age requirements
Research Credentials	Maintaining appropriate research qualifications and affiliations
Safety Protocols	Implementing proper research protocols and safety standards
Product Disposal	Disposing of products in accordance with hazardous waste regulations
Adverse Event Reporting	Reporting adverse events per applicable regulations

5.2 No Compliance Guarantee

We make NO representations or warranties:

Regarding the legality of any product in your specific jurisdiction
That any product complies with specific regulatory requirements
That you are authorized to purchase or possess any product
Regarding any permits, licenses, or authorizations you may need

IT IS YOUR SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY COMPLIANCE BEFORE MAKING ANY PURCHASE.

5.3 Restricted Jurisdictions

Products may not be shipped to jurisdictions where possession or use is prohibited
We reserve the right to refuse shipment to any location at our discretion
You are responsible for determining the legality of products in your jurisdiction
Failed deliveries due to legal restrictions are your responsibility

5.4 International Orders

If ordering internationally:

You must comply with all import regulations
You are responsible for all import duties, taxes, and fees
We are not responsible for customs delays or seizures
Some products may be prohibited in your country

6. Product Handling and Safety

6.1 Safety Warnings

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:

Handle all products with appropriate care
Use proper laboratory safety equipment
Follow all safety data sheets (SDS) and instructions
Be aware of potential hazards and risks
Products may pose health risks if mishandled

6.2 Storage Requirements

Products must be stored:

According to specified conditions on labels and documentation
In appropriate environmental conditions
Away from unauthorized access
In properly labeled containers
In designated hazardous materials storage (if applicable)

6.3 Disposal Requirements

Products must be disposed of:

In accordance with local hazardous waste regulations
Per institutional waste disposal guidelines
Using appropriate waste containers
Through licensed hazardous waste disposal services

6.4 Emergency Procedures

In case of:

Exposure: Follow emergency procedures, seek medical attention
Spill: Follow spill response procedures, notify appropriate personnel
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms occur

Call emergency services (911 in the US) for serious incidents.

7. Liability Disclaimer

7.1 "As Is" Basis

ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

7.2 Express Warranties Disclaimed

WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Warranty	Disclaimer
Merchantability	No warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Fitness for Use	No warranty that products are fit for any specific use
Non-Infringement	No warranty that products do not infringe third-party rights
Title	No warranty that you receive clear title to products
Quality	No warranty regarding product quality, purity, or stability
Accuracy	No warranty that product descriptions or information are accurate
Continuous Supply	No warranty that products will remain available
Error-Free	No warranty that the website or services are error-free

7.3 Implied Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF:

Merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Title
Non-infringement
Usage
Course of dealing
Trade custom

ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.

7.4 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

Liability Type	Limitation
Direct Damages	Limited to the amount paid for the specific product
Indirect Damages	Excluded (including loss of profits, revenue, business, or goodwill)
Consequential Damages	Excluded
Incidental Damages	Excluded
Punitive Damages	Excluded
Personal Injury	Excluded
Property Damage	Excluded
Death	Excluded

OUR TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SPECIFIC PRODUCTS GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

7.5 Exclusions of Liability

WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Any damages arising from your misuse of products
Any damages arising from improper storage or handling
Any damages arising from failure to follow safety procedures
Any damages arising from unauthorized modifications to products
Any damages arising from use by unqualified individuals
Any damages arising from violations of applicable laws
Any personal injury, death, or property damage resulting from product use
Any loss of data, information, or business opportunities
Any third-party claims arising from your activities
Any adverse events or reactions to products
Any legal or regulatory violations by you

8. Indemnification

8.1 Indemnity Obligation

BY ACCESSING THIS WEBSITE, YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS:

PepSmarts, its parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, partners, successors, and assigns (collectively, "Indemnified Parties")

FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL:

Claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs), fines, penalties, judgments, settlements, and demands

8.2 Covered Claims

This indemnification obligation covers claims arising from:

Category	Examples
Terms Violations	Your breach of any provision of this disclaimer or Terms of Service
Legal Violations	Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party rights
Product Misuse	Your misuse, improper handling, or unauthorized use of products
Fraudulent Information	Your provision of false, misleading, or fraudulent information
Negligence	Your negligent or wrongful acts or omissions
Infringement Claims	Claims that your use of products infringes third-party intellectual property rights
Adverse Events	Any adverse events, injuries, damages, or harm resulting from product use
Regulatory Violations	Your violations of FDA, DEA, or other regulatory requirements
Third-Party Claims	Any third-party claims arising from your activities
Death or Injury	Any death, personal injury, or property damage caused by products

8.3 Indemnification Procedure

You shall:

Prompt Notice: Provide written notice within 10 days of any claim
Cooperation: Cooperate fully in the defense of any claim
Control: Grant us control over defense and settlement negotiations
No Admission: Not settle any claim without our prior written consent
Costs: Be responsible for your own legal costs regardless of outcome

8.4 Additional Remedies

Indemnification is in addition to any other remedies available at law or equity and shall survive termination of this disclaimer and your use of the Site.

9. Age and Eligibility Verification

9.1 Minimum Age Requirement

YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO ACCESS THIS WEBSITE OR PURCHASE PRODUCTS.

By accessing this website, you represent and warrant that you:

Are at least 21 years of age
Meet the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements

9.2 Research Qualification

You represent and warrant that you are:

A qualified researcher, scientist, or laboratory professional
Affiliated with an accredited research institution, licensed laboratory, or registered business entity
Using products solely for legitimate laboratory research purposes

9.3 Verification Rights

We reserve the right to:

Verify your identity before processing orders
Verify your research credentials and affiliations
Request additional documentation
Refuse service to anyone who cannot verify eligibility
Cancel orders from ineligible individuals

9.4 False Information

Providing false information regarding age, qualifications, or eligibility:

May result in immediate account termination
May result in cancellation of pending orders
May result in forfeiture of payments
May result in legal action
May be reported to law enforcement authorities

10. Acceptance of Terms

10.1 Agreement to Terms

BY ACCESSING OR USING THIS WEBSITE, OR BY PLACING ANY ORDER, YOU:

Confirm that you have read and understood this disclaimer
Acknowledge that you agree to be bound by all terms
Accept that this agreement is legally binding
Confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements
Accept sole responsibility for compliance with applicable laws

10.2 Binding Agreement

This disclaimer, together with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes a legally binding agreement between you and PepSmarts.

10.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of this website after any modification to this disclaimer constitutes:

Acceptance of the modified disclaimer
Agreement to be bound by modified terms
Acknowledgment of review responsibility

10.4 Exit Instructions

If you do not agree to these terms:

Do not access or use this website
Do not create an account
Do not place any orders
Close your browser and exit this website
Delete any downloaded materials

11. Severability

11.1 Partial Invalidity

If any provision of this disclaimer is found to be:

Invalid
Illegal
Unenforceable

The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

11.2 Modified Enforcement

The invalid provision shall be:

Modified to the minimum extent necessary
Made valid and enforceable
Interpreted to reflect the original intent of the parties

11.3 Good Faith Negotiation

The parties shall negotiate in good faith to replace any invalid provision with a valid provision that achieves the same or similar effect.

12. No Waiver

12.1 Failure to Enforce

Our failure to enforce any provision of this disclaimer shall not:

Constitute a waiver of that provision
Limit our right to enforce that provision in the future
Affect any other provision of this disclaimer

12.2 Cumulative Rights

Our rights under this disclaimer are cumulative and:

May be exercised concurrently
Are not exclusive of any other rights
May be exercised in any order

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

13.1 Governing Law

This disclaimer and any disputes shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States of America, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising from or related to:

This disclaimer
Your use of this website
Any products purchased
Any dispute

SHALL BE BROUGHT EXCLUSIVELY IN THE FEDERAL OR STATE COURTS LOCATED IN DELAWARE, AND YOU HEREBY CONSENT TO PERSONAL JURISDICTION IN SUCH COURTS.

13.3 Venue

You agree that:

The courts in Delaware shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction
You waive any objection to venue in Delaware
You waive any claim that Delaware is an inconvenient forum

13.4 International Users

If you are accessing this website from outside the United States:

You do so at your own initiative
You are responsible for compliance with local laws
You consent to transfer of your data to the United States

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating any legal action:

Contact us at legal@pepsmarts.com
Attempt to resolve the dispute informally
Provide detailed information about your concerns

14.2 Time Limit for Claims

YOU AGREE THAT ANY CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION MUST BE FILED WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER SUCH CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION ARISES, OR SUCH CLAIM SHALL BE PERMANENTLY BARRED.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE THAT:

Any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis
You will not participate in any class, consolidated, or representative action
You will not act as a class representative or private attorney general

14.4 Arbitration

Notwithstanding the above, either party may elect binding arbitration as permitted by applicable law for smaller claims.

15. Changes to This Disclaimer

15.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change this disclaimer at any time without prior notice.

15.2 Notification of Changes

For material changes:

Updated disclaimer will be posted on this website
The "Last Updated" date will be revised
Continued use constitutes acceptance

15.3 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

Reviewing this disclaimer periodically
Checking for updates before making purchases
Contacting us with questions

16. Entire Agreement

16.1 Complete Agreement

This disclaimer, together with our:

Terms of Service
Privacy Policy
Cookie Policy
Any order confirmations
Any other policies referenced herein

CONSTITUTES THE ENTIRE AGREEMENT between you and PepSmarts regarding your use of this website and purchase of products.

16.2 No Other Agreements

No prior:

Representations
Warranties
Agreements
Understandings

Not expressly included in this disclaimer shall be binding unless in writing and signed by both parties.

17. Contact Information

For questions about this disclaimer, please contact us:

18. Acknowledgment

BY ACCESSING OR USING THIS WEBSITE, OR BY PLACING ANY ORDER, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

You have read and understood this disclaimer
You agree to be bound by all terms and conditions
You are at least 21 years of age
You are a qualified researcher or laboratory professional
You accept sole responsibility for legal compliance
You understand products are for research use only
You understand the disclaimers and limitations of liability
You agree to indemnify PepSmarts as described
You consent to jurisdiction in Delaware courts
You accept this as a legally binding agreement

19. Summary for Quick Reference

Category	Key Points
Intended Use	Laboratory research ONLY
Not For	Human/animal consumption, food, drugs, cosmetics, medical use
User Requirements	Age 21+, qualified researcher, compliance with laws
Your Responsibility	Legal compliance, proper handling, safety
Our Liability	Limited to purchase price
Your Indemnity	You indemnify us for misuse
Governing Law	Delaware, USA
Time Limit	Claims within 1 year

20. Effective Date

Effective Date: June 20, 2026

Version: 1.0

For research purposes only. Not for human consumption.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS DISCLAIMER, PLEASE EXIT THIS WEBSITE IMMEDIATELY.

Research Use Disclaimer