### Question
How is the "customs territory of the United States" defined?


### Answer
The term **customs territory of the United States** is defined in *21 CFR § 1300.02* as follows -

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

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

