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Research and Development in Nanotechnology
NAICS 541713 · United States · 2022 edition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting nanotechnology research and experimental development. Nanotechnology research and experimental development involves the study of matter at the nanoscale (i.e., a scale of about 1 to 100 nanometers). This research and development in nanotechnology may result in development of new nanotechnology processes or in prototypes of new or altered materials and/or products that may be reproduced, utilized, or implemented by various industries.
Start with the work promised to the client.
For Research and Development in Nanotechnology, clarify the services, contracts and consequences of an error. Review nanomaterial liability, employee health and safety, specialized equipment and property. Confirm which professional activities and additional services the proposed coverage actually addresses.
Questions to ask
- What specific nanomaterials or nanoparticle types are synthesized or handled on-site, and are any flagged in published safety literature?
- Is the operation primarily basic research, applied R&D under contract, or does it involve any commercial sale or transfer of nanomaterials?
- What are the documented containment, ventilation, and waste disposal protocols for nanomaterial handling?
- What is the total replacement value of specialized laboratory equipment, including electron microscopes, clean-room systems, and nanofabrication tools?
- Are any research outputs licensed to third parties, incorporated into commercial products, or transferred to manufacturing partners?
- Is the entity grant-funded, venture-backed, or operating under commercial R&D contracts — and do any of those contracts include performance guarantees?
- Is the facility owned or leased, and does the lease include any environmental restoration obligations?
- What is the prior loss history, particularly any claims related to employee health, environmental release, or professional services disputes?
Activities described by this code
Other activities to examine
- Conducting research and experimental development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology): 541714 — Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
- Conducting research and experimental development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology): 541715 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Providing veterinary testing services: 541940 — Veterinary Services
- Providing physical, chemical, or other analytical testing services (except medical or veterinary), such as acoustics or vibration testing, calibration testing, electrical and electronic testing, geotechnical testing, mechanical testing, nondestructive testing, or thermal testing: 541380 — Testing Laboratories and Services
- Providing medical laboratory testing for humans: 621511 — Medical Laboratories
- Raising funds for health related research: 813212 — Voluntary Health Organizations;
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Nanotechnology R&D establishments conduct experimental research and development involving materials, processes, and devices at the nanoscale — typically 1 to 100 nanometers. Day-to-day work may include synthesis of nanoparticles or nanomaterials, characterization using specialized microscopy and analytical equipment, prototype development, and documentation of findings for publication, patent filing, or client delivery. Operations range from basic academic-style research to applied development for commercial clients in sectors such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and energy.
Questions to investigate
- What specific nanomaterials or nanoparticle types are synthesized or handled on-site, and are any flagged in published safety literature?
- Is the operation primarily basic research, applied R&D under contract, or does it involve any commercial sale or transfer of nanomaterials?
- What are the documented containment, ventilation, and waste disposal protocols for nanomaterial handling?
- What is the total replacement value of specialized laboratory equipment, including electron microscopes, clean-room systems, and nanofabrication tools?
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