Regulates human and veterinary drugs, biological products and other defined product classes in the United States. Its official page links product decisions, laws, recalls and guidance. This broad mandate does not mean that every laboratory chemical, excipient supplier or research product has FDA approval. Geography: United States.

Assesses medicines, coordinates related inspections and monitors safety with national authorities. It also publishes scientific guidance and assessment reports. The European Commission makes the legal decision for centrally authorized medicines; national authorities authorize national products and clinical trials. EMA does not itself grant every European medicine or trial authorization. Geography: European Union; based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Reviews the quality, chemistry and manufacturing evidence for biological drugs through its Biologic and Radiopharmaceutical Drugs Directorate. Its review can include site evaluations and laboratory testing. This evidence concerns the regulated drug and its manufacture; it does not establish approval of every biochemical sold for research. Geography: Canada; directorate in Ottawa, Ontario.

Regulates medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion in the United Kingdom. Its responsibilities include product quality and safe supply, and its page explains the British Pharmacopoeia’s role in pharmaceutical standards. A regulator’s general mandate is not proof that a particular research reagent or supplier has approval. Geography: United Kingdom.

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