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ACCESSION NUMBER:		0001102624-13-000823
CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE:	8-K
PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT:		2
CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT:	20130718
ITEM INFORMATION:		Other Events
ITEM INFORMATION:		Financial Statements and Exhibits
FILED AS OF DATE:		20130718
DATE AS OF CHANGE:		20130718

FILER:

	COMPANY DATA:	
		COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:			IMMUCELL CORP /DE/
		CENTRAL INDEX KEY:			0000811641
		STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:	IN VITRO & IN VIVO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES [2835]
		IRS NUMBER:				010382980
		STATE OF INCORPORATION:			DE
		FISCAL YEAR END:			1231

	FILING VALUES:
		FORM TYPE:		8-K
		SEC ACT:		1934 Act
		SEC FILE NUMBER:	001-12934
		FILM NUMBER:		13973918

	BUSINESS ADDRESS:	
		STREET 1:		56 EVERGREEN DR
		CITY:			PORTLAND
		STATE:			ME
		ZIP:			04103
		BUSINESS PHONE:		2078782770

	MAIL ADDRESS:	
		STREET 1:		56 EVERGREEN DRIVE
		CITY:			PORTLAND
		STATE:			ME
		ZIP:			04103
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<DESCRIPTION>IMMUCELL CORPORATION 8-K
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<B>UNITED STATES</B><br>
<B>SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION</B><br>
Washington, D.C. 20549<p>
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<p><b>FORM 8-K<p>
CURRENT REPORT
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Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the<br>Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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<b>Date of Report: July      18, 2013</b><br>
(Date of earliest event reported)<br><br>
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<b>ImmuCell Corporation</b><br>
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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<b>ME</b><br>
(State or other jurisdiction <br>of incorporation)
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<b>001-12934</b><br>
(Commission File Number)
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<b>01-0382980</b><br>
(IRS Employer <br>Identification Number)
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<b>56 Evergreen Drive</b><br>
(Address of principal executive offices)
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<b>04103</b><br>
(Zip Code)
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<b>207-878-2770</b><br>(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
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<b>Not Applicable</b><br>(Former Name or Former Address, if changed since last report)<br>
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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:<br>
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 <dd><font face="wingdings">o</font> Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)<br>
 <dd><font face="wingdings">o</font> Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

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 <dd><font face="wingdings">o</font> Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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<b>Item 8.01. Other Events</b></b><br>
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IMMUCELL SUSPENDS MAST OUT(R) PARTNERING EFFORT; PURSUIT OF FDA PRODUCT APPROVAL TO CONTINUE
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<b>Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits</b></b><br />
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<b>(d) Exhibits</b><br>
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;  99.1 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="immucellcorporation.htm">Press Release of ImmuCell Corporation dated July      18, 2013</a></b>
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<b><center>SIGNATURE</center></b>
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&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be
              signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.<p>
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Dated: July      18, 2013<br>
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<b>IMMUCELL CORPORATION</b>
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By: <u>&nbsp;/s/ Michael F. Brigham &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; </u> <br>
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael F. Brigham<br>
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<i>President and CEO</i><br>
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<td align=center>99.1</td>
<td align=center>Press Release of ImmuCell Corporation dated July      18, 2013</td>
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<TYPE>EX-99
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<FILENAME>immucellcorporation.htm
<DESCRIPTION>IMMUCELL CORPORATION PRESS RELEASE
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<b>ImmuCell Suspends Mast Out(R) Partnering Effort; Pursuit of FDA Product Approval to Continue </b>
<p>PORTLAND, ME -- (Marketwired - July      18, 2013) -  <b>ImmuCell Corporation </b>(NASDAQ: ICCC) today announced that it has suspended its active pursuit of a partner for <b>Mast Out</b>&#174;, its Nisin-based intramammary mastitis treatment product under development for dairy cows.
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ImmuCell has presented this product opportunity to a variety of large and small animal health companies. During the second quarter of 2013, ImmuCell received a $250,000 exclusive option payment from one prospective partner who decided not to execute a license after its final due diligence, which was conducted during the option period. This revenue will be recognized during the third quarter of 2013. Approximately $50,000 in related capitalized expenses will be written off during the third quarter of 2013.
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ImmuCell was informed by the prospective partner that it "...could not cost effectively commercialize the product." During the protracted due diligence and negotiation process (which lasted more than 18 months), ImmuCell continued to move toward approval by the Center for Veterinary Medicine, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), gaining acceptance of the Effectiveness and Target Animal Safety Technical Sections. FDA acceptance of the Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls Technical Section represents the rate limiting step to final marketing approval.
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"We are encouraged by the feedback from all prospective partners that our novel mastitis treatment can achieve FDA approval and have a significant, positive impact on the dairy industry," commented Michael F. Brigham, President and CEO. "Having been unable to establish terms which we consider to be fair and reasonable to both parties, we have decided to complete the final stages of the FDA approval process on our own in order to realize the optimal value for our stockholders."
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Commercial sales of <b>Mast Out</b>&#174; cannot begin until the New Animal Drug Application (NADA) is approved by the FDA. Previously, the FDA confirmed that the regulatory requirements to demonstrate effectiveness and safety had been met, as well as taking the unprecedented step of granting <b>Mast Out</b>&#174; both zero milk discard and zero meat withhold claims. This novel regulatory clearance creates a significant economic benefit to dairy producers by allowing them to sell milk while a cow is being treated. No other intramammary mastitis treatment can claim this "no-discard" status.
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ImmuCell's plan is to re-focus its efforts on obtaining NADA approval of <b>Mast Out</b>&#174;. Brigham further commented, "While recognizing the commercial and near-term financial advantages which could have been realized via a partnering agreement, the greatest long-term value for ImmuCell stockholders could be achieved through a more independent strategy at this stage. We remain confident that making this novel treatment option available to dairy producers in order to reduce their reliance on penicillin and cephalosporin-based products for the treatment of disease in dairy cattle is in the public interest, and we intend to take all appropriate steps to assure a successful commercialization of <b>Mast Out</b>&#174;."
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About ImmuCell:<br>
ImmuCell Corporation's (NASDAQ: ICCC) purpose is to create scientifically-proven and practical products that result in a measurable economic impact on animal health and productivity in the dairy and beef industries. Press releases and other information about the Company are available at our web-site, (http&#58;//www.immucell.com).
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<b>Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer<br>
</b>The foregoing press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Factors that could cause the Company's future results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, together with other risk factors, are detailed from time to time in filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements are based on our current information and expectations. Actual results may differ materially due to various factors, including those risks.

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<b>Contact:
</b>Michael F. Brigham
President and CEO
(207) 878-2770 Ext. 3106


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