Minnesota Statutes Trade Regulations, Consumer Protection (Ch. 324-341) § 325E.041. Sensory testing research

(1) “sensory testing firm” means a business that tests consumer reaction to physical aspects of products for a third-party client;

(2) “trained sensory assessors” means members of the public at least 21 years of age selected by sensory testing firms and trained for a minimum of one hour to test products;

(3) “sensory testing facility” means a facility specifically designed as a controlled environment for testing; and

(4) “department” means the Department of Public Safety.

(1) the firm must comply withsection 340A.409and all other state laws that do not conflict with this section;

(2) firms choosing to serve alcohol must be licensed by the department, which may assess a fee sufficient to cover costs; and

(3) records of testing protocols must be retained by the firm for at least one year.