Legal status by country
Is PQQ legal?
Written by Aaron CuhaReviewed Sep 2026
How PQQ is classified in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and Canada, side by side. Each country has its own page with a direct answer, the regulator's approval status and what the classification means in practice.
All four countries, side by side
| Attribute | United States · FDA | United Kingdom · MHRA | Australia · TGA | Canada · Health Canada |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Status | Not approved | Not approved | Not approved | Not approved |
| Classification | Sold as a supplement | Sold as a supplement | Available as a supplement / complementary medicine | Sold as a supplement |
| Note | Marketed as a dietary supplement. No approved medical use; structure and function claims only. | Sold as a food supplement. | Available as a complementary medicine. | Sold as a natural health product. |
US FDA status: Sold as a dietary supplement in the United States. Not an approved drug for any indication anywhere.. Reviewed Sep 2026.
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General information current as of Sep 2026, not legal advice. Classifications change; confirm with the regulator or a lawyer for a specific situation. Educational use only. This database summarizes published research. It is not medical advice and contains no dosing protocols or recommendations for personal use. The Longevity Archive has no vendor relationships.