What type of testing is done by the U.S. Pharmacopeia to assure the quality and safety of certain vitamin and mineral supplements?
What will be an ideal response?
Supplements with a USP verification logo have been tested by the US Pharmacopeia (USP) to ensure that the supplement:
Contains the declared ingredients and amounts listed on the label
Does not contain harmful levels of contaminants
Will disintegrate and release ingredients in the body
Was made under safe and sanitary conditions
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