Yes. Food used in research and development or as product samples is “food” for purposes of the
food facility registration requirements of section 415 of the FD&C Act. Accordingly, a facility
that manufactures/processes, packs, or holds food used in research and development or as product
samples is required to register with FDA. However, if the food is not for consumption in the
United States by humans or animals, the facility is not required to register.
