### Question
How is the term agent defined?


### Answer
The term **agent** is defined in *21 U.S.C. § 802* as the following:

> an authorized person who acts on behalf of or at the direction of a manufacturer, distributor, or dispenser

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND CONTROL > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part A-Introductory Provisions**

