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BUSINESS OPERATIONS | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation Of Financial Statements [Abstract] |
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ImmuCell Corporation’s (the Company) 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. The Company was originally incorporated in Maine in 1982 and reincorporated in Delaware in 1987, in conjunction with its initial public offering of common stock. The Company is subject to certain risks associated with its stage of development including dependence on key individuals, competition from other larger companies, the successful sales of existing products and the development and acquisition of additional commercially viable products with appropriate regulatory approvals, where applicable.

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