STAT+: As U.S. officials move to reduce animal testing in research, focus may shift to restrictions on imports

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Source: STAT News

Original: https://www.statnews.com/pharmalot/2026/02/03/animal-lab-research-imports-kenned...

Published: Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The Trump administration is trying to limit animal testing in research. US officials are reducing the use of animals in experiments. Attention may shift to import restrictions. Some activists are pressuring the administration. They are asking for a complete suspension of primate imports. These primates are intended for research purposes.