The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) is a nonprofit trade organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health of companion animals and horses throughout the United States. Founded in 2001, NASC is an all-industry association of stakeholders concerned with the issues surrounding the supply of health supplements for animals not intended for human consumption, such as dogs, cats and horses. The NASC promotes the health and well-being of non-human food chain animals that are given animal health supplements, by establishing federal and state regulations that are fair, reasonable, responsible and nationally consistent.
When consumers see the NASC Quality seal, they can trust they are buying a product from a reputable company who has successfully completed an independent quality audit. NASC member companies must comply with rigorous requirements before they are granted permission to display the seal.
When a product is NASC Certified, it means they have gone through the below list to ensure the product is 100% in compliance:
- Contract Manufacturers: The NASC requires independent verification that all production processes follow current Good Manufacturing Practice Standards (cGMPs) to help ensure consistent high-quality products.
- Testing Laboratories: The NASC verifies that the tests and methodologies used to certify raw materials and finished products, are the most reliable and current in the industry.
- Quality Service Providers: The NASC also partners with service providers including the FDA, USDA, AAFCO, product liability insurance, packaging, legal services, credit card processing, etc.
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