### Question
How does the law define distributor?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 247d*, **distributor** is defined as:

> a person or entity engaged in the distribution of drugs, biologics, or devices, including but not limited to manufacturers

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 247d*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part B-Federal-State Cooperation**

