### Question
How does the law define customs territory of the United States?


### Answer
Under *21 CFR § 1300.02*, **customs territory of the United States** is defined as:

> the several States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.

#### Citation:
  - *21 CFR § 1300.02*
  - Heading: **Title 21-Food and Drugs > PART 1300—DEFINITIONS**

