U.S. Pharmacopeia

A healthier world needs a strong foundation – one that establishes quality, sets the bar for scientific rigor and technological progress, and epitomizes collaboration between industry, nonprofits, government, and academia.

At USP everything we do is in service of our mission to help protect and improve the health of people around the world. From the standards we create to the partnerships we foster, we continually work to build and reinforce a foundation that draws us closer to a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.

Our Mission

To improve global health through public standards and related programs that help ensure the quality, safety, and benefit of medicines and foods.

Our Vision

USP envisions a world in which all have access to high quality, safe, and beneficial medicines and foods. USP approaches this vision with a sense of urgency and purpose, strengthened by its cadre of dedicated expert volunteers, members, and staff, and by working collaboratively with key stakeholders across the globe.

Our Core Values

USP employees, volunteers, and representatives work to promote our Core Values in all we do.  These values guide our decision making and interactions with internal and external partners:

• Fostering Stewardship
• Acting Courageously
• Passion for Quality
• Commitment to Others

USP Staff Responses to survey question “What do you like best about working at USP?”