### Question
How is the "standards-related activity" defined?


### Answer
The term **standards-related activity** is defined in *19 U.S.C. § 2571* as follows -

> the development, adoption, or application of any standard, technical regulation, or conformity assessment procedure

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 2571*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-TRADE AGREEMENTS ACT OF 1979 > SUBCHAPTER II-TECHNICAL BARRIERS TO TRADE (STANDARDS) > Part D-Definitions and Miscellaneous Provisions**

