# Research Use Only (RUO) Policy
Effective Date: [01.06.2026]
## Research Use Only Notice
All products sold by H.I.W. Labs are intended solely for laboratory research and analytical purposes. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, products offered by H.I.W. Labs are designated as Research Use Only (RUO) materials.
By purchasing products from [Company Name], the customer acknowledges and agrees to the following terms:
### 1. Intended Use
Products sold by H.I.W. Labs
* Are intended exclusively for laboratory research conducted by qualified professionals.
* Are not intended for human consumption, veterinary use, therapeutic use, diagnostic use, or clinical applications.
* Are not intended for use in the manufacture of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, or household products.
### 2. Customer Qualifications
Customers purchasing RUO products represent and warrant that they:
* Are at least 18 years of age or the legal age required in their jurisdiction.
* Possess the necessary knowledge, training, and expertise to safely handle research chemicals and laboratory materials.
* Will use the products only in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and accepted laboratory practices.
### 3. Prohibited Uses
Customers agree not to:
* Use products for human administration, ingestion, injection, inhalation, topical application, or any other form of personal use.
* Use products for veterinary applications.
* Resell products for any prohibited purpose.
* Misrepresent the intended use of the products.
### 4. Regulatory Compliance
The customer is solely responsible for:
* Determining whether products may be lawfully purchased, possessed, imported, exported, or used within their jurisdiction.
* Complying with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
H.I.W. Labs reserves the right to refuse or cancel any order if it believes the products may be used in violation of this policy or applicable law.
### 5. Assumption of Risk
Research chemicals and peptides may present hazards if improperly handled. The customer assumes all responsibility and risk associated with:
* Storage;
* Handling;
* Transportation;
* Disposal; and
* Use of purchased products.
Customers should follow all applicable safety procedures and consult relevant technical documentation before use.
### 6. No Medical Claims
H.I.W. Labs does not make any representations regarding the safety, effectiveness, suitability, or performance of its products for any medical, therapeutic, diagnostic, or veterinary purpose.
Any information provided on our website, product labels, marketing materials, or by customer support is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice or as a recommendation for any prohibited use.
### 7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, H.I.W. Labs shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from the purchase, possession, handling, storage, or use of its products.
### 8. Acceptance of Policy
By accessing this website, placing an order, or purchasing any product from H.I.W. Labs, the customer acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to this Research Use Only Policy.