Selected Business Sectors – Laws, Regulations, Documents, Licenses

TECHNOLOGY SECTOR

Companies developing software, digital platforms, IT hardware, cloud solutions, AI, cybersecurity tools.

Regulations and requirements:

• Data privacy and personal information laws (state privacy laws, CCPA, COPPA)

• Cybersecurity requirements – protections, breach notification

• In certain areas – export control for technology (ITAR / EAR)

• Software licensing, IP rights, NDAs, copyright agreements

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Producers, importers, or distributors of food, drinks, supplements.

Regulations and requirements:

• FDA – facility registration, quality control, inspections

• Mandatory labeling (ingredients, allergens, nutrition facts, warnings)

• Prohibition on adulterated or unsafe products

• Imports are subject to USDA / CBP – border inspections, certificates

AEROSPACE & SPACE INDUSTRY

Companies developing satellite, aviation, drone, aerospace components, or software.

Regulations and requirements:

• ITAR / EAR – strict export control of technology

• FAA – for aviation systems, aircraft, and drones

• Safety testing, equipment certifications, licenses

• Restrictions on cooperation with certain countries or contractors

COSMETICS & PHARMACEUTICALS

Producers, importers, or sellers of cosmetics, dermocosmetics, medications, supplements.

Regulations and requirements:

• FDA oversight of production, ingredients, and safety

• Mandatory labeling and warnings (ingredients, allergens, side effects)

• Products must be safe and lawful to sell

• For medications – FDA approval, clinical testing, documentation

• Prohibition of false or misleading medical claims

STARTUPS

New technology companies, SaaS, fintech, marketplace, AI, e-commerce.

Regulations and requirements:

• Industry-specific compliance: fintech (banking), healthtech (HIPAA), education (COPPA)

• Data protection, IP, software licensing

• Investment contracts, equity, SEC compliance during fundraising

• For e-commerce – online sales regulations and state tax rules

ENGINEERING

Companies developing technical designs, constructions, industrial equipment, mechanical systems.

Regulations and requirements:

• In some activities – licensed engineer (PE)

• Product safety certifications (UL, OSHA)

• Environmental regulations and controlled materials

• If exporting – ITAR / EAR compliance

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