CHEMICALS USED IN ILLICIT DRUG PRODUCTION

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Manufacturers: ACETIC ACID
Ethanoic Acid, methanecarboxylic acid, glacial acetic acid.
64-19-7
2915.21
Heroin, amphetamine, methamphetamine.
Manufacture of vinyl acetate, cellulose acetate, acetic anhydride, drugs, dyes, food additives, insecticides.

Colourless corrosive liquid with vinegar-like pungent odour.

CORROSIVE, flammable, vapours are irritating to respiratory system, skin and eyes.

Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Sweden, United States, Mexico, China, Japan, Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Brazil..

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Manufacturers: ACETIC ANHYDRIDE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
Acetic oxide, acetyl oxide.
108-24-7
2915.24
Acetylating agent in the production of heroin, P2P and N-acetylanthranilic acid, methaqualone and mecloqualone.

Acetylating agent used in chemical and pharmaceutical industry. It is used in making plastic, textile, dyes, perfumes, explosives and aspirin.

Colourless liquid with a characteristic sharp odour. Fumes in moist air.

CORROSIVE, vapours are irritating to respiratory system and eyes; liquid may burn eyes and skin severely; ingestion causes irritation, pain and vomiting.
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Switzerland. Japan. United States, Mexico. Brazil.

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Manufacturers: ACETONE (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
Dimethyl ketone, b-ketopropane, pyroacetic ether,
2-propanone.
67-64-1
2914.11
Cocaine, heroin, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), methcathinone, ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamines and methamphetamines

It is used as a solvent in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, used in manufacturing of plastics, also used as a nail polish remover, etc.

Colourless liquid with a sweet odour.

FLAMMABLE, vapour is irritating to eyes and nose in high concentrations; inhalation of vapour may cause dizziness, narcosis and coma; liquid is irritating to eyes and may cause severe damage; ingestion of liquid may cause gastric irritation.

Germany, Spain, Finland, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Mexico, United States, Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Venezuela, Australia

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Hazards: ACETONITRILE

cyanomethane, ethyl nitrile, ethanenitrile, methanecarbonitrile, methyl cyanide

75-05-8

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Used as a solvent and in making pesticides, acrylic fibers, pharmaceuticals, batteries, and rubber products

Coulourless aromatic liquid, with an ether-like odour.

FLAMMABLE

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Manufacturers: N-ACETYLANTHRANILIC ACID (1988 UN Convention, Table I)

Orto-acetamidobenzoic acid, 2-acetamidobenzoic acid.

89-52-1

2924.23

Methaqualone, mecloqualone.

In manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, plastics and fine chemicals.

Fine white or off-white crystalline powder with a sweetish taste.

Harmful if swallowed.

Germany, Belgium, United Kingdom, Switzerland. India.

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ACETYL CHLORIDE

Ethanoyl chloride.

75-36-5

2903.29

Heroin.

Used to make pharmaceuticals and pesticides.

Colourless, fuming liquid with a pungent odour.

FLAMMABLE, REACTIVE and CORROSIVE, vapour is irritating to the respiratory system and eyes; liquid may burn eyes and skin; ingestion of the liquid causes severe internal irritation and damage; its vapour forms explosive mixtures with air and it reacts violently with water.

Germany, United Kingdom, Switzerland, United States, India, Japan.

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Hazards: ALLYLBENZENE

Benzene, 2-propenyl ; Benzene, allyl-; 1-Phenyl-2-propene; 1-Propene, 3-phenyl-; 2-Propenylbenzene; 3-Phenyl-1-propene; 3-Phenylpropenenone

300-57-2

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Used as solvent and in making pesticides, pharmaceuticals, batteries and rubber products.

FLAMMABLE

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Manufacturers: AMMONIA GAS

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7664-41-7

2814.10

Converts morphine bitartrate to morphine base, cocaine. Reagent in methamphetamine synthesis.

It is used in making fertilizer, plastics, dyes, textiles, detergent and pesticides.

Colourless gas with a strong odour.

CORROSIVE and irritant. Reacts with moisture in the mucosal surfaces to produce ammonium hydroxide. Exposure to vapours at high concentrations can result in burns to eyes, nose, pharynx, larynx and skin.

Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, UK, United States, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Argentina, Brasil, Venezuela, Mexico.

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Manufacturers: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE

Ammonium muriate, sal ammoniac, salmiac, Amchlor, Darammon.

12125-02-9

2827.10

Extraction of morphine from opium for conversion to heroin.

Used to make dry batteries, soldering flux, and as a pickling agent in Zinc coating and tinning.

Finely divided, odourless, white particle dispersed in air. Absorbs moisture from the air, giving it a tendency to cake.

Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, United Kingdom, United States, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan.

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Manufacturers: AMMONIUM FORMATE

Formic acid, ammonium salt.

540-69-2

2915.12

Production of amphetamine and methamphetamine.

Chemical analysis, especially to precipitate base metals from salts of metals like gold, platinum, etc.

Crystals have a tendency to become a liquid by absorbing moisture from the air.

Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE

Ammonia solution, ammonium hydrate, aqua ammonia, Spirit of Hartshorn.

1336-21-6

2814.20

Alkaline material used in the production of coca paste and cocaine base.

Used in detergents, stain removers, bleaches, dyes, fibres and resins.

Colourless liquid, with a strong, irritating odour. Commonly found as household ammonia.

CORROSIVE. Severely irritating to eyes, poisonous if ingested and possibly if inhaled.

United Kingdom, Estonia, United States, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, Brazil, Nigeria, Syria.

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Manufacturers: ANTHRANILIC ACID (1988 UN Convention, Table II)

Ortho-aminobenzoic acid, 1-amino-2-carboxybenzene, Vitamin L1, 2-aminobenzoic acid, ortho-carboxyaniline.

118-92-3

2922.43

Methaqualone, mecloqualone.

Manufacturing of dyes, pharmaceutical industry, perfumes and insect repellents.

White to pale yellow crystalline powder with sweetish taste.

Harmful if swallowed

Germany, Denmark, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: BENZALDEHYDE

Benzoic aldehyde, artificial essential oil of almond, benzenecarbonal, roasted/distilled Oil of Cassia.

100-52-7

2912.21

Production of P2P and amphetamine.

Used to make dyes, flavours, and perfumes, and as a solvent.

Colourless to yellowish liquid with a bitter almond odour.

Germany, Spain, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom. United States, Mexico. Japan.

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BENZENE
Benzol, cyclohexatriene, phenyl hydride.

71-43-2

2902.20/2707.10

Solvent used during the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride and in PCP production.

Used in making other chemicals and plastics, as a solvent and is found in trace amounts in gasoline.
Colourless liquid with a pleasant odour.
CARCINOGEN, MUTAGEN and FLAMMABLE.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Finland, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, UK, United States, Mexico, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: BENZYL CHLORIDE
Chloromethylbenzene, a-chlorotoluene.
100-44-7
2903.69
Used to manufacture P2P; a precursor of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used in making other chemicals, dyes, perfumes, herbicides and medicines.
Colourless or slightly brown liquid with a strong odour. It reacts violently with water.
CORROSIVE and REACTIVE. Vapour is irritating to respiratory system, mucous membranes, eyes and skin. Liquid can cause burns. Ingestion causes severe internal irritation and damage.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: BENZYL CYANIDE
Benzeneacetonitrile, phenyl-acetonitrile, a-tolunitrile, cyanotoluene, 2-phenylacetonitrile.
140-29-4
2926.90
Production of P2P.
It is used in making medicines, perfumes and flavourings
Colourless, oily liquid.
Vapour may cause faintness, headache and vomiting. Liquid is irritating to eye and skin. Ingestion may cause irritation and poisoning.
Denmark, France, United Kingdom, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: BROMOBENZENE
Monobromobenzene, phenyl bromide.
108-86-1
2903.69
Starting product for the synthesis of PCP.
Used as solvent in the production of other chemicals an as an additive to motor oils.
Colourless liquid with a pleasant odour.
FLAMMABLE.
France, Italiy, United Kingdom, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: n-BUTYL ACETATE
Acetic acid butyl ester.
123-86-4
2915.33
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Industrial solvent used in making lacquers, artificial leather, photographic films, plastics, safety glasses, and as a flavouring.
Colourless liquid with a fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapours may irritate respiratory system and cause headache and nausea. Liquid irritates the eyes and may cause conjunctivitis. Liquid irritates the skin and causes dermatitis. If ingested may act as a central nervous system depressant.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: n-BUTYL ALCOHOL
Butyl alcohol, 1-butanol, n-butanol, butyl hydroxide, 1-hydroxybutane, n-propylcarbinol.
71-36-3
2905.13
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent for fats, waxes, shellacs, resins, gums, and varnish, in making hydraulic fluids, and in medications for animals.
Colourless liquid with a strong, sweet-alcoholic odour.
FLAMMABLE. Toxic by skin contact, ingestion and subcutaneous routes. Severely irritating to eyes and skin.
Germany, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Sweden, United States, South Korea, Japan.

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Manufacturers: sec-BUTYL ALCOHOL
2-Butanol, butylene hydrate, 2-hydroxybutane, methyl ethyl carbinol.
78-92-2
2905.13
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used in manufacture of perfumes, flavours, and dyestuffs, and in paint removers and cleaners.
Colourless liquid with a strong pleasant odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour may irritate the respiratory system and eyes, liquid irritate eyes and may irritate the skin. If ingested may cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness and narcosis.
Germany, France, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: Gamma-BUTYROLACTONE
Butyrolactone, Dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 1,2-Butanolide, gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid lactone, 3-Hydroxybutyric acid lactone, 4-Hydroxybutanoic acid lactone, GBL.
96-48-0
2932.29
Used in the clandestine manufacture of GHB.
Used as a metal cleaner, in industrial coating, paint stripper, printing inks, battery manufacture, fyber dying, etc…
Colourless, water miscible liquid with high boiling point and low odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapours may irritate the respiratory system and eyes.
Spain, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, Switzerland, United States, China, Japan, India.

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Manufacturers: CALCIUM CARBONATE
Carbonic acid calcium salt, Calcichew, Calcidia, Light Carbonate.
471-34-1
2836.50
Alkaline material in the processing of cocaine base and, heroin.
Antacid, calcium supplement; used in manufacture of paint, rubber, plastic, paper, insecticides, inks, adhesives, matches, pencils, crayons, linoleum, insulating compounds and welding rods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, antibiotics and for removing acidity of wines.
Odourless, tasteless powder or crystals. Practically insoluble in water but soluble in dilute acids.
Severely irritating to eyes and moderately irritating to skin.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden, United States, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: CALCIUM CHLORIDE
Calcosan, calcium dichloride, complexometric, Calplus, Caltac, Dowflake, Liquidow, Peladow, Snomelt, Superflake.
10043-52-4
2827.20
Amphetamines and methamphetamines.
Used chiefly for dust control on unpaved roads and as a roadway deicer. Other uses are waste water treatment, brine refrigeration systems, tire weighting, concrete acceleration and as a calcium source in chemical processing.
White to slightly yellowish deliquescent powder which is soluble in water and ethanol.
Non-hazardous, slightly corrosive
Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Spain, Sweden, United States, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE
Calcium hydrate, slaked lime, caustic lime, hydrated lime.
1305-62-0
2825.90
Alkaline material in the production of coca paste, cocaine base, morphine and other substances.
Used in mortar, plaster, cement, and other building and paving materials.
Soft, white, powdery material with a bitter taste.
Mildly toxic by ingestion, severely irritating to eyes, skin, mucous membranes and respiratory system. Causes dermatitis.
Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, Ireland, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Sweden, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, United States.

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Manufacturers: CALCIUM OXIDE
Lime, burnt lime, calx, quicklime.
1305-78-8
2825.90
Alkaline material in the production of coca paste, cocaine base, morphine and other substances.
Used in building materials, metal processing, agriculture and sewage treatment.
White to grey, odourless solid.
CORROSIVE. Dust irritates the skin, eyes and respiratory system.
Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Sweden, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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CALCIUM PERMANGANATE
Acerdol, monol.
10118-76-0
2841.69
Substitute for potassium permanganate in manufacturing of cocain.
Used as an antiseptic, disinfectant and deodorizer.
Violet or dark purple, crystalline (sand-like) solid.

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Identification: CHLOROEPEDRINE

30572-91-9

Production of amphetamines and methamphetamines
Used in the pharmaceutical industry.
Crystalline powder.

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Manufacturers: CHLOROFORM
Trichloromethane.
67-66-3
2903.13
Solvent used in the production of cocaine, heroin and other clandestine drug syntheses.
Used as a solvent and to make refrigerants, resins and plastics.
Clear, colourless liquid with a pleasant, sweet odour.
CARCINOGEN. Vapour has anesthetic properties causing drowsiness, giddiness, headache, nausea, vomiting and unconsciousness. Vapour and liquid irritate the eyes causing conjunctivitis. Liquid is poisonous if ingested.
Germany, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Japan.

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Legitimate Uses: CHLOROHYDROGEN

Production of amphetamines and methamphetamines

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Manufacturers: CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE
Chromium lV oxide, chromic acid, chromium anhydride, chromic anhydride.
1333-82-0
2819.10
Used as oxydising agent in the synthese of methcathinone.
Used in chrome plating, aluminium anodizing, dye, ink and paint manufacturing, tanning, engraving and photography.
Red odourless powder.
CARCINOGEN.
Germany, Spain, Italy, United Kingdom, United States, Brasil, Argentina, Mexico, Japan.

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Manufacturers: CYCLOHEXANE
Hexahydrobenzene, hexamethylene, hexanaphthene.
110-82-7
2902.11
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a paint remover, as a solvent for lacquer and resins, and in making organic materials like nylon.
Colourless liquid with a sweet odour.
FLAMMABLE. May irritate the eyes, skin and respiratory system. Inhalation of high concentrations may cause narcosis. Assumed to be an irritant and narcosis if ingested.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, United States, Mexico, Brazil.

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Manufacturers: CYCLOHEXANONE
Ketohexamethylene, pimelic ketone, Hytrol O, Anone, Nadone.
108-94-1
2914.22
Clandestine manufacture of PCP.
Solvent for cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, natural resins, vinyl resins, crude rubber, waxes, fats, shellac, and DDT. Production of adipic acid for nylon.
Clear to pale yellow liquid with odor reminiscent of peppermint and acetone.
Vapour is harmful.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, The Netherlands, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: DIACETONE ALCOHOL
Pyranton, 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone, 4-hydroxy-2-keto-4-methylpentane.
123-42-2
2914.40
Solvent used to produce acetone for cocaine production.
Used as a solvent for cellulose, waxes, pigments, fats and oils, and as an intermediate in making other chemicals.
Clear colourless liquid with a pleasant odour.
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Vapour and liquid irritates
Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil.

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Manufacturers: DIETHYLAMINE
N-Ethylethanamine.
109-89-7
2921.12
Manufacture of diethyltryptamine (DET) and LSD.
Used in making rubber, pharmaceuticals and other chemicals.
Colourless liquid with an ammonia-like odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour irritates eyes and respiratory system. Liquid irritates skin and eyes; may be poisonous if ingested.
France, United Kingdom, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: DIMETHYL SULFONE
Sulfonylbismethane, methyl sulfone, methylsulfonylmethane, DMSO2, MSM.
67-71-0
2904.10
Used in the manufacture of amphetamines.
Used as a high temperature solvent for both organic and non-organic reactions. Nutritional supplement.
Colourless to white crystals.
United States.

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Manufacturers: EPHEDRINE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
a-[1-(Methylamino)ethyl]-benzene-methanol, a[1-(methylamino)ethyl]benzyl alcohol, 2-methylmino-1-phenyl-1-propanol, 1-phenyl-1-hydroxy-2-methylaminopropane, 1-phenyl-2-methylaminopropanol, a-hydroxy-B-methylaminopropyl-benzene.
299-42-3 90-81-3
2939.41
Production of methamphetamine/N-methylcathinone.
Used in manufacturing of bronchodilatators.
White crystals
Harmful is swallowed in large quantities. Do not breathe dust; avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Germany, Czech Republic, CIS States, India, Japan, China.

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Manufacturers: ERGOMETRINE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
Ergonovine, dextrolysergic acid, levo-2-propanolamide.
60-79-7
2939.61
Production of LSD.
Medical use such as the treatment of migraine.
White crystalline material which darkens and decomposes on exposure to light.
Highly toxic in large quantities and may cause vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, and unconsciousness.
Switzerland, India.

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Manufacturers: ERGOTAMINE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
12-Hydroxy-2-methyl-5-a-(phenylmethyl)-ergotaman-3,6,8-trione.
113-15-5
2939.62
Production of LSD.
Medical use such as the treatment of migraine.
White hygroscopic crystalline material which darkens and decomposes on exposure to air and light.
Highly toxic in large quantities and may cause vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, and unconsciousness.
Switzerland, India.

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Manufacturers: ETHYL ACETATE
Acetic ether, acetic acid ethyl ester, vinegar naphtha, ethyl acetic ester, ethyl ethanoate, acetidin.
141-78-6
2915.31
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent, a synthetic flavouring substance, and in making perfumes and dyes.
Colourless liquid with a fragrant, fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour may irritate the eyes and respiratory system, liquid irritates the eyes and mucous surfaces. Prolonged inhalation may cause kidney and liver damage.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, United States, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Peru.

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Manufacturers: ETHYL ALCOHOL
Ethanol, anhydrous alcohol, ethyl hydroxide, methyl carbinol.
64-17-5
2208.90 2207.10
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride. Used in the manufacturing of heroin and amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used as a solvent and is present in alcoholic beverages.
Clear, colourless liquid with a strong odour and a bitter taste.
FLAMMABLE, in high concentrations causes impaired perception and incoordination.
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, United States, Argentina, Brazil, Chile.

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Manufacturers: ETHYLAMINE
Ethanamine, monoethylamine, aminoethane.
75-04-7
2921.19
Used with P2P, to synthesize N-ethylanphetamine and with the 3,4-methylendioxyphenyl-2-propanone to synthesize MDE. Also used to make diethyltryptamine (DET).
Used in making rubber, dyes, and other chemicals.
Colourless liquid or gas with a strong ammonia-like odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour irritates the mucous membranes, respiratory system and eyes. In high concentrations it may affect the central nervous system. Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. If ingested may be irritating and poisonous.
Germany, Belgium, France, United Kingdom. Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: N-ETHYLEPHEDRINE
Etafedrine, 1-ethylephedrine.
7681-79-0
2939.40
Production of N-ethyl-N-methylmethamphetamine
Germany.

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Manufacturers: ETHYL ETHER (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
1,1’-Oxybisethane, ethyl oxide, diethyl oxide, ethoxyethane, sulphuric ether, diethyl ether.
60-29-7
2909.11
Heroin, cocaine, amphetamine, methamphetamine, lysergide (LSD), methaqualone, mecloqualone.
Widely used as a solvent in the extraction of waxes, fats, oils, perfumes and dyes, and to manufacture other chemicals. It has also been used as an anaesthetic.
Colourless liquid, very volatile, with a sweet odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour may cause drowsiness, dizziness, mental confusion, faintness, and in high concentrations, unconsciousness. Ingestion may also produce these effects.
Germany, Spain, France, Norway, United States, Japan, Taiwan

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1,1-Ethanediol diacetate, 1,1-diacetoxyethane.
542-10-9
2915.39
Acetylation of morphine to produce heroin.
Agricultural fungicide, intermediate in the production of vinyl acetate.
Liquid with a pleasant fruity odour.
United Kingdom, India.

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None
2939.40
Production of N-ethyl,N-methylmethamphetamine.
Production of amphetamines and methamphetamines.
Crystalline material

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Manufacturers: FORMAMIDE
Methanamide, carbamaldehyde.
75-12-7
2924.10
Precursor in the production of methamphetamine and MDA.
Used in making paper, animal glues, and as a solvent.
Clear, colourless, thick liquid.
Poisonous by skin contact and/or if injected; irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Germany, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: FORMIC ACID
Aminic acid, methanoic acid.
64-18-6
2915.11
Production of methamphetamine and MDA.
Used in making textiles, paper, leather, fumigants, pesticides and solvents, in electroplating, and in blowing and silvering glass.
Colourless liquid with a strong odour.
CORROSIVE. Vapour is irritating. Caustic to skin.
Germany, Finland, Italy, Norway, United Kingdom, United States, Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: FREON 11
Chlorofluorocarbon 11, CFC 11, FCC 11, trichlorofluoromethane, algofrene type 1, arcton 9, electro-cf 11, eskimon 11, frigen 11, genetron 11, halocarbon 11, isceon 131, isotron 11, ledon 11, refrigerant 11.
75-69-4
2903.41
Used as a solvent in the manufacturing of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Cryogenic gas.
Colourless liquid.
May emit lethal gases when heated.
Germany, Italy, United States, Brasil, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: FREON 113
Chlorofluorocarbon 113, CFC 113, FCC 113, trichlorotrifluoroethane.
26523-64-8
2903.43
Used as a solvent in the manufacturing of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Refrigerant in low capacity centrifugal chiller packaged units (low pressure, high volume systems).
Colourless liquid or gas.
Corrosive if ingested. Inhalation can cause cardiac death, severe lung damage.
Germany, Italy, United States, Brasil, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: FREON 141B
Chlorofluorocarbon 141B, HCFC 141, FCC 141B, 1,1-dichloro-1-fluoroethane, dichlorofluoroethane.
1717-00-6
2903.45
Used as a solvent in the manufacturing of amphetamine and methamphetamine
Refrigerant in air conditioning.
Colourless liquid.
Corrosive if ingested. Inhalation can cause cardiac death, severe lung damage.
Germany, Italy, United States, Brasil, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: HEXANE
n-Hexane, caproyl Hydride, hexyl hydride.
110-54-3
2901.10
Solvent used in the production of cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine.
Solvent used in refractive indices, as a thinner for glue, and for thermometer filling.
Colourless liquid with a mild gasoline-like odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapours may irritate respiratory system and in high concentrations have a narcotic effect
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Portugal. South Korea, Japan, Taiwan. United States.

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Manufacturers: HYDRIODIC ACID
Hydrogen iodide (aqueous solution).
10034-85-2
2811.19
Reducing agent in the production of methamphetamine.
Used as a disinfectant, a chemical reagent and to make iodine salts.
Colourless to pale yellow liquid.
CORROSIVE Vapour is irritating to respiratory system, skin and eyes. Liquid causes severe burns to eyes and skin. Ingestion may cause severe internal damage.
Germany, United States, Japan.

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See Hydrogen Chloride Gas
Muriatic acid, hydrogen chloride.
7647-01-0
2806.10
Heroin, cocaine, amphetamine, methamphetamine, lysergide (LSD), methaqualone, mecloqualone.
Used in manufacturing of chlorides and hydrochlorides. Metal products cleaning, etc.
Colourless to slightly yellow gas, with a strong odour, which is often used in solution.
CORROSIVE.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, South Korea, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United States, Mexico, Bolivia, Colombia.

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Manufacturers: HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
Hydrogen dioxide, hydroperoxide, Albone, Hioxyl.
7722-84-1
2847.00
Oxidizing agent in the production of cocaine, ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Common oxidizing and bleaching agent. Used in deodorants, water and sewage treatment, rocket fuels and disinfectant.
Colourless liquid or crystalline solid below –11°C.
CORROSIVE, REACTIVE and MUTAGEN. Irritating and caustic in high concentrations to mucous membranes, eyes and skin.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Finland, France, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: HYPOPHOSPHOROUS ACID
Phosphinic acid, orthophosphorous acid.
6303-21-5
2811-19
Methamphetamine.
Used in fine chemistry, pharmaceutical industry and water treatment.
Colourless to yellowish odourless liquid.
Irritating to mucous membranes, eyes and skin. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and internal bleeding.
Germany, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Japan, United States, Mexico.

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Manufacturers: IODINE
None.
7553-56-2
2801.20
Production of methamphetamine and PCP.
Used in making dyes, antiseptics, germicides, special soaps and in the manufacture of iodine compounds. Used to reduce friction on hard surfaces.
Violet solid or shiny grey chip with a characteristic odour.
Vapours are irritating to respiratory system and eyes; solid irritates the eyes and may burn the skin. If ingested there may be severe internal irritation and damage.
The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Japan, Indonesia, United States.

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Manufacturers: ISOBUTYL ACETATE
2-Methyl-1-propanol, isopropyl carbinol, fermentation butyl alcohol.
110-19-0
2915.34
Cocain processing.
Used as a solvent and in perfumes and artificial fruit-flavouring agents.
Clear, colourless liquid with a pleasant, fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE.
United States.Japan, Taiwan Mexico, Argentina, Brasil

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Manufacturers: ISOBUTYL ALCOHOL
2-Methyl-1-propanol, 1hydroxymethylpropane, isobutanol, isopropylcarbinol.
78-83-1
2905.14
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent, in making other chemicals, and as flavouring.
Colourless liquid, with a mild, sweet, and musty odour.
FLAMMABLE. Vapour irritates respiratory system, and in high concentrations produces narcotic-like effects; liquid irritates eyes and is harmful if ingested.
Germany, Spain, France, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Japan.

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Manufacturers: ISOPROPYL ACETATE
2-Propylacetate, acetic acid isopropyl ester.
108-21-4
2915.39
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent for cellulose, plastics, oils and fats, and in printing ink and perfume.
Colourless liquid with a fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE.
France, United Kingdom, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
2-Propanol, isopropanol, dimethyl carbinol, petrohol, secondary propyl alcohol, IPA.
67-63-0
2905.12
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent, a dehydration agent, a defrosting agent and as an antiseptic.
Colourless liquid.
FLAMMABLE. Inhalation of the vapour in high concentrations is noxious. Liquid may damage eyes
Germany, Spain, France, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan.

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1.2-(methylenedioxy)-4-propenyl-benzene, 5-(1-propenyl)-1,3-benzodioxole.
120-58-1
2932.91
Ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used in manufacturing of Piperonal and Heliotropin, to modify perfumes, as flavouring, and also as a pesticide.
Colourless liquid with an anise colour.
CARCINOGEN. Poison by intravenous routes, moderately toxic by ingestion and subcutaneous routes. Irritates skin. When heated to decomposition, it emits acrid smoke and fumes.

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Manufacturers: KEROSENE
Kerosine, Deobase.
8008-20-6
2710.00
Extraction of cocaine from coca leaves.
Used as a rocket fuel, a home heating fuel, and a solvent. Solvent in cosmetics and insecticides.
Pale yellowish liquid with a fuel oil odour.
FLAMMABLE. Inhalation of high concentrations causes headache, drowsiness and coma. Ingestion causes irritation with vomiting and diarrhea. Induction of vomiting following ingestion is contraindicated.
Petroleum processors.

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Manufacturers: LEAD ACETATE
Lead (11) acetate, natural lead acetate, normal lead acetate, sugar of lead, salt of Saturn.
301-04-2
2915.29
Used in the manufacturing of P2P.
Used in dyeing of textiles, waterproofing, varnishes and insecticides.
White, flaky, crystalline substance with a slight odour of Acetic Acid.
CARCINOGEN and TERATOGEN.
Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Japan.

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Manufacturers: LITHIUM ALUMINUM HYDRIDE
Lithium tetrahydroaluminate, lithium alanate, lithium aluminohydride, aluminum lithium hyride.
16853-85-3
2850.00
Used as a reducing agent in the production of amphetamine, methamphetamine, MDA, mescaline, psilocin, etc.
Used in making drugs, polymers, and other chemicals.
White to grey powder.
REACTIVE.
Germany, United States, Japan

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Manufacturers: LITHIUM METAL
Lithium.
7439-93-2
2805.198506.50
Methamphetamine.
Used in the manufacture of storage batteries, heat transfer liquids, and metal alloys. Also used as a medication.
Silver to grayish-white metal
CORROSIVE and REACTIVE.
United Kingdom, United States.

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Identification: LYSERGIC ACID (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
9,10-Didehydro-6-methyl-ergoline-8-carboxylic acid.
82-58-6
2939.63
Lysergide (LSD).
Used in organic synthesis and medical investigations.
Crystalline material which is only sparingly soluble in water and neutral organic solvents.

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Manufacturers: MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Mercury bichloride, mercury perchloride, corrosive mercury chloride, mercury (11) chloride, mercury dichloride.
7487-94-7
2827.39
Ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used in making other chemicals, disinfectants, as an insecticide, fungicide and wood preservative, and in dry batteries and textile printing.
White powder or crystalline (sand-like) solid.
Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, Argentina, Japan,

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Manufacturers: METHYL ALCOHOL
Methanol, carbinol, wood spirit, wood alcohol, methyl hydroxide, mono-hydroxy methane.
67-56-1
2905.11
Recrystallization of hydrochloride salts of some clandestinely produced controlled substances (eg methaqualone); solvent in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent and a cleaner.
Colourless liquid with a strong odour.
TERATOGEN and FLAMMABLE. Inhalation of high concentrations of vapour may cause dizziness, stupor, cramps and digestive disturbances; lower concentrations may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, and irritation of the mucous membranes; vapour and liquid are very dangerous to the eyes.
Germany, Greece, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Russia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, United States, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela.

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Manufacturers: METHYLAMINE
Methanamine, monomethylamine, aminomethane.
74-89-5
2921.11
Used with P2P to produce methamphetamine and with 3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl-2-propanone to produce MDMA.
Used in the production of insecticides, explosives, as a fuel additive and cleaning solvent.
Colourless liquid below –6C, which is shipped as a liquefied, compressed gas. It has an ammonia-like odour.
FLAMMABLE. Gas irritates the skin, eyes and respiratory system. Sustained contact may cause burns. Highly corrosive to the skin, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: METHYLENE CHLORIDE
Dichloromethane, methylene dichloride, methylene bichloride, DCM.
75-09-2
2903.12
Solvent used in the production of cocaine hydrochloride and other substances (amphetamines)
Used in food, furniture and plastics processing, and as a paint remover.
Colourless liquid with a pleasant Chloroform-like odour.
CARCINOGEN, MUTAGEN, and TERATOGEN. Vapour irritates the eyes and respiratory system and may cause headache and nausea, high concentrations may result in cyanosis and unconsciousness, liquid irritates the eyes. Vapour is not flammable and not explosive.
Germany, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Japan.

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Manufacturers: 3,4-METHYLENEDIOXYPHENYL-2-PROPANONE
(1988 UN Convention, Table I)
1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl )propane - 2-one, 3,4-methylenedioxyphenylacetone, 3,4-methylene-dioxybenzyl methyl ketone, piperonylmethylketone, 3,4-MDP2P, PMK.
4676-39-5
2932.92
Methaqualone, amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Perfume industry.
Colorless to pale yellow liquid.
Irritating to the skin and eyes.
Germany.

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Manufacturers: N-METHYLEPHEDRINE
a-[1-(Dimethylamino)ethyl] benzene methanol, a-[1-(dimethylamino)ethyl) benzyl alcohol, methylephedrine, N-methyl-1-ephedrine, 2-dimethyl-amino-1-phenylpropanol, N,N-dimethylnorephedrine.
552-79-4
2939.40
Used with hydriodic acid to produce N,N-dimethylmethamphetamine.
Organic syntheses.
Colourless liquid.
Moderately toxic if ingested.
Germany.

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Legitimate Uses: METHYLERGOMETRINE
Methergin
113-42-8
None
LSD
Used in pharmaceutical industry.

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Manufacturers: METHYL ETHYL KETONE (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
2-Butanone, ethyl methyl ketone, 2-oxobutane, methyl acetone, MEK.
78-93-3
2914.12
Heroin, Solvent used in cocaine hydrochloride production.
Manufacturing of coatings, lacquers, resins, etc. Commonly used as solvent.
Colourless liquid with a fragrant, mint-like odour.
FLAMMABLE inhalation of vapour may cause dizziness, headache and nausea; liquid irritates the eyes and may cause severe damage; if ingested may cause gastric irritation and narcosis; weak teratogen.
Germany, France, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Methylformamide, monomethylformamide, formylmethylamine
123-39-7
None

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Manufacturers: METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE
Isopropylacetone, hexone, 4-methyl-2-pentanone, MIBK.
108-10-1
2914.13
Solvent used in the production of cocaine hydrochloride.
Used as a solvent.
Colourless liquid, with a faint ketonic and camphor odor.
FLAMMABLE, inhalation of vapours may cause dizziness, headache and nausea; liquid irritates the eyes and may cause severe damage; if ingested may cause gastric irritation and narcosis.
Germany, France, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: N-METHYLPSEUDOEPHEDRINE
None
51018-28-1
2939.49
Used with hydriodic acid to produce N,N-dimethylmethamphetamine.
Organic syntheses.
Moderatly toxic if ingested.
Germany.

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Manufacturers: NITROETHANE
None
79-24-3
2904.20
Used in the production of methamphetamine, and MDA.
Used as a solvent in the chemical industry, in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other chemicals, as a fuel additive, and as an artificial nail remover.
Colourless, oily liquid, with a mild fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE and REACTIVE. Vapour irritates eyes and respiratory system; liquid irritates eyes and mucous membranes; absorption by skin contact or ingestion may cause liver and kidney damage.
United States.

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Identification: NOREPHEDRINE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
Phenylpropanolamine, PPA.
154-41-6
2939.49
Production of amphetamines and methamphetamines.
Pharmaceutical industry.
Crystalline material

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Manufacturers: NORPSEUDOEPHEDRINE
Cathine (d-norpseudoephedrine), pseudoephedrine, threo-1-phenyl-1-hydroxy-2-aminopropane, threo-2-amino-1-hydroxy-1-phenyl-propane
492-39-7
2939.40
Production of methamphetamine and 4-methylaminorex.
Laboratory analytical purposes and therapeutically as an anorectic agent.
Crystalline material: base in the form of plates, hydrochloride salt is in the form of prisms.
Germany, Switzerland.

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Identification: PALLADIUM

7440-05-3

Used in the production of methamphetamines.
Palladium is used to make springs for watches, surgical instruments, electrical contacts and dental fillings and crowns. Finely divided palladium acts as a catalyst and is used in hydrogenation and dehydrogenation processes.
Silvery white metal.

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Manufacturers: PETROLEUM ETHER
Petroleum benzin, naphtha, benzin, petroleum naphtha.
8030-30-6
2710.00
Solvent to hash oil from marijuana; also used in cocaine production.
Pharmaceutical aid (solvent). Used as a solvent in making paints
Reddish-brown to colourless liquid with a noticeable odour.
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE; toxicity similar to hexane.
Petroleum manufacturers.

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Manufacturers: PHENYLACETIC ACID (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
Benzene acetic acid, a-toluic acid.
103-82-2
2916.34
Production of methamphetamine, methamphetamine and P2P.
Used in chemical and pharmaceutical industry, perfumes, herbicides, penicillin, cleaning solutions and flavouring agent for foods.
White powder with a very disagreeable pungent odor; salts usually sold as 50% aqueous solutions; available as sodium or potassium salts.
Moderately toxic by ingestion; Teratogen in experimental animals; when heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Japan.

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Manufacturers: PHENYLETHANOLAMINE
a-(Aminomethyl)benzene methanol, a-(aminomethyl)-benzyl alcohol.
7568-93-6
None
Used to produce aminorex.
Rubber, waxes
Pale yellow crystals.
Germany, United Kingdom, United States, Japan

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Manufacturers: PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
a-(1-aminoethyl)benzenemethanol, d,1-norephedrine, a-hydroxy-B-aminopropylbenzene, a-(1-aminoethyl)benzyl alcohol, midriatin.
14838-15-4
2939.40
Production of methamphetamine and 4-methylaminorex.
Preparations containing the hydrochloride salt are used as vasoconstrictors to decongest mucous membranes; over-the-counter anorectic agent.
Crystalline material with an odor resembling that of benzoic acid; available as the hydrochloride salt.
Poisonous by ingestion causing sleep, increased pulse rate and pulmonary edema or congestion.
Germany, United States, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: PHENYL-2-PROPANONE
1-phenyl-2-propanone, phenylacetone, P2P, benzyl methyl ketone, methyl benzyl ketone, BMK.
103-79-7
2914.31
Production of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Production of amphetamine and methamphetamine and propylhexedrine. Used in organic synthesis.
Clear, moderately ciscous liquid.
Irritating to eyes and skin.
France, United States

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Manufacturers: PHOSPHORUS PENTACHLORIDE
Phosphoric chloride, phosphorus perchloride.
10026-13-8
2812.10
Production of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used in the manufacture of other chemicals, in aluminium metallurgy, and in the pharmaceutical industry.
White to pale yellow, crystalline solid with a pungent odour.
CORROSIVE and REACTIVE.
Germany, United States.

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Manufacturers: PIPERIDINE (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
Hexahydropyridine, hexazane, pentamethyleneimine.
110-89-4
2933.32
Manufacturing of phencyclidine and its analogues.
Solvent and reagent in chemical and pharmaceutical industry. Used in rubber products and plastic manufacturing.
Clear, colourless liquid, with a heavy, sweet odour.
FLAMMABLE Toxic by inhalation; strong irritant, may cause burns to skin.
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Japan, United States.

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3,4-(Methylenedioxy)benzaldehyde, heliotropin, piperonylaldehyde
120-57-0
2932.93
Ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used in perfumery, in cherry and vanilla flavours, mosquito repellent.
Colorless, lustrous needle-shaped crystals with a characteristic fragrance.
FLAMMABLE. Moderately toxic by ingestion and intraperitoneal routes; irritating to skin; may cause central nervous system depression; can react with oxidizing materials.
Austria, France, United Kingdom, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: POTASSIUM CARBONATE
Dipotassium carbonate, salt of tartar, pearl ash, potash, carbonic acid.
584-08-7
2836.40
Alkaline material that can be used in the production of coca paste, cocaine base and other clandestinely produced substances, e.g. methcathinone.
Manufacture of soaps, liquid shampoos, glass, pottery, and potassium salts; engraving and lithography; tanning and finishing leather; removal of water from organic liquids; alkalizer.
Hygroscopic, odourless granules or granular powder that is insoluble in alcohol. Its aqueous solution is strongly alkaline.
CORROSIVE. Poisonous if ingested.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: POTASSIUM CYANIDE
None
151-50-8
2837.19
Production of PCP and its analogues.
Used in the extraction of gold and silver from ores, electroplating and steel hardening, and as a fumigant.
White granular powder or colourless solution.
HIGHLY POISONOUS.
Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: POTASSIUM DICHROMATE
Potassium bichromate.
7778-50-9
2841.40
Methcathinone.
Used as an oxidizing agent, an analytical reagent, and in electroplating, explosives, dyeing and printing.
Bright, yellowish-red crystalline solid.
CARCINOGEN, CORROSIVE. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin; may cause sensitization by skin contact; internally a corrosive poison; contact produces caustic effect.
Germany, United Kingdom, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
Potassium hydrate, caustic potash, potassa.
1310-58-3
2815.20
Alkaline material used in the production of coca paste, cocaine base and other controlled substances.
Used in liquid and soft soaps, fertilizers, and electroplating, to make other chemicals, and in many other processes.
White crystal, lump, rod or pellet, which may be concentrated in a water solution.
CORROSIVE. Extremely corrosive to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes; poisonous by ingestion; eye irritant and severe skin irritant.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Sweden, United States, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
Permanganic acid potassium salt, chameleon mineral, PP.
7722-64-7
2841.61
Oxidizing agent to remove impurities in coca paste.
Reagent in organic chemistry, bleaching applications, disinfectants and deodorizer.
Odourless, dark purple, sand-like solid.
REACTIVE. Explosions may occur if it is brought in contact with organic or other readily oxidizable substances. Harmful if swallowed; dilute solutions are mildly irritating and high concentrations are caustic; explosive if it comes in contact with acid.
Germany, Spain, Japan, Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: PROPIONIC ANHYDRIDE
Propionic acid anhydride, propanoic anhydride, methylacetic anhydride.
123-62-6
2915.90
Production of fentanyl and its analogues.
Used in the manufacture of perfumes, oils, resins, and dyestuffs.
Colourless liquid with a very strong, unpleasant odour.
CORROSIVE Moderately toxic if ingested; mildly toxic through skin contact; irritant to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Germany, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: PROPIOPHENONE
1-Phenyl-1-propanone, ethyl phenyl ketone, propionylbenzene, phenyl ethyl ketone.
93-55-0
2914.39
Used to produce ephedrine, which can be converted to methamphetamine.
Used in perfume industry. Synthesis of ephedrine.
Leaflets or tabular crystals with a strong, persistent, agreeable odour. Liquid. Solid below 21°C.
Italy, United States, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: N-PROPYL ACETATE
Propyl acetate, 1-acetoxypropane, 1-propyl acetate, acetic acid propyl ester.
109-60-4
2915.39
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Used in flavouring agents and perfumes, and as a solvent in the application of lacquers, adhesives and plastics.
Colourless liquid, with a pleasant, fruity odour.
FLAMMABLE.
Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, Japan.

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Manufacturers: PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
a-[1-(Methylamino)ethyl]-benzenemethanol, 2 - methylamino -1 - phenyl - 1 propanol, 1 - phenyl - 1 - hydroxy - 2 - methylamino-propane, a-hydroxy-B-methylaminopropylbenzene, a-[1-(methylamino)ethyl] benzyl alcohol, PSE.
90-82-4 4125-58-0
2939.42
Methamphetamine and methcathinone.
Manufacturing of bronchodilators and nasal decongestants
Base and salts (hydrochloride and sulfate) are crystalline materials.
Harmful if swallowed in large quantities; do not breathe dust; avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Germany, United States.

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Manufacturers: PYRIDINE
Azabenzene, azine
110-86-1
2933.31
Reagent in the synthesis of P2P from phenylacetic acid in the presence of acetic anhydride.
Used in making pharmaceuticals and as a solvent.
Colourless or yellow liquid with a strong sickening odour.
FLAMMABLE. Irritant and central nervous system depressant. On ingestion it may cause liver and kidney damage. Skin irritation may result from prolonged or repeated contact.
Unite States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: RED PHOSPHORUS
None
7723-14-0
2804.70
Methamphetamine.
Used in pyrotechnics, manufacture of safety matches, fertilizers, pesticides, electroluminescent coatings and semiconductors.
Brick red odourless powder or solid.
FLAMMABLE and REACTIVE. Vapour from ignited phosphorous irritates the nose, throat, lungs and eyes.
Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: SAFROLE (1988 UN Convention, Table I)
5-(2-propenyl)-1,3-benzodioxole, 4-allyl-1,2methylenedioxybenzene, allylcatechol methylene ether.
94-59-7
2932.94
Ring-substituted derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine
Used to make perfumes and soaps, as a preservative, a flavouring agent in soft drinks, and in the production of other chemicals.
Colourless-to-pale yellow oil with a root beer odour.
CARCINOGEN and MUTAGEN. Poisonous by intraperitoneal and intravenous routes; moderately toxic by oral ingestion and subcutaneous routes; a skin irritant; combustible when exposed to heat or flame; when heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Taiwan, United States.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM BICARBONATE
Baking soda, sodium hydrogen carbonate, sodium acid carbonate.
144-55-8
2836.30
Alkaline material used in the production of coca paste, cocaine base and other substances, like amphetamines,
Manufacture of sodium salts; source of carbon dioxide; ingredient in baking powder, effervescent salts and beverage; in fire extinguishers and cleaning materials; antacid, urinary and systematic alkalizer in humans and animals; used locally on burns and to dissolve mucus, exudates and scabs in animals.
White crystalline powder or granules; commercial USP product is 99,9% pure.
Germany, Austria, Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan

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Solvay soda, soda ash, washing soda, disodium carbonate.
497-19-8
2836.20
Heroin hydrochloride.
Manufacture of sodium salts, ingredient in baking powder, effervescent salts and beverages; in fire extinguishers and cleaning materials; animal food, pharmaceutical industry, cement additive.
Odourless, transparent crystals or white crystalline powder.
May cause eye burns. Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Causes irritation to skin and respiratory tract.
Austria, Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM CYANIDE
Cyanogran, cyanobrik, hydrocyanic acid sodium salt.
143-33-9
2837.11
Production of PCP and its analogues, methamphetamine.
Used as a solid or in solution to extract metal ores, in electroplating and metal cleaning baths, in metal hardening.
White powder, like salt with a slight odor of bitter almond from hydrogen cyanide gas.
Serious risk of poisoning by ingestion, absorption through skin or inhalation of hydrogen cyanide gas liberated on contact with acids; may cause weakness and heaviness of the arms and legs, increased difficulty in breathing, headache, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, possibly followed by pallor, unconsciousness, cessation of breathing and death; when mixed with acids will produce hydrogen cyanide gas which can be lethal if exposure to 300 PPM exceeds a few minutes.
Germany, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM DICHROMATE
Sodium bichromate, bichromate of soda.
10588-01-9
2841.30
Production of methcathinone.
Used as a wood preservative, in electroplating, and to make Chromium compounds.
Red or red-orange, odourless, crystalline (sand-like) substance.
CARCINOGEN. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, United States. Japan.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM HYDROXIDE
Caustic soda, soda lye, sodium hydrate.
1310-73-2
2815.11
Alkaline material used in the production of coca paste, cocaine base and other substances like methaqualone.
Used in making other chemicals, petroleum refining, papermaking, cleaning compounds, and many other uses.
White, odourless pellet or solid, which is often used in water solutions.
CORROSIVE Concentrated material is very corrosive to human tissue; generates considerable heat when dissolved in water or when mixed with acid; solids and strong solutions cause severe burns of the eyes and skin; ingestion may cause severe internal irritation and damage.
Austria, Belgium, Finland, Greece, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Mexico, Uruguay, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand.

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Antifomin.
7681-52-9
2828.90
Potential oxidizing agent for cocaine. Production of methcathinone
Used for disinfecting and deodorizing.
Crystalline (sand-like) material with a chlorine odour. It is usually found in a clear to yellowish water solution.
CORROSIVE. Bleaches and may burn skin; will cause internal irritation and damage if ingested; contact with acids liberates toxic gas; irritating to eyes and skin.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Sweden, United States, Mexico, South Korea, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM METAL
Natrium.
7440-23-5
2805.11
Methamphetamine.
Used as a laboratory reagent, in organic synthesis, and in the manufacture of sodium compounds.
Soft, silvery-white solid.
FLAMMABLE and REACTIVE.
France, Germany, United kingdom, United states, Japan.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM PERMANGANATE
Permanganic acid sodium salt.
10101-50-5
2641.69
Substitutte for potassium permanganate in the manufacturing of cocaine.
Industry of industrial wastewater treatment, printed circuit boards, pharmaceutical synthesis reactions, metal cleaning formulations, acid mine drainage and hydrogen sulfide odor control.
Trihydrate, reddish-black, very hygroscopic granules, very soluble in water. Decomposed in alcohol.
May cause eyes, throat and nose irritation with possible muscles weakness.
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Manufacturers: SODIUM SULFATE
Mirabilite, thenardite, salt cake (anhydrous), Glauber’s salt (decahydrate).
7757-82-6
2833.11
Used in clandestine operations to remove water during recycling of organic solvents.
Drying and printing textiles; standardizing dyes; freezing mixtures; laboratory use; manufacture of glass and paper pulp; anhydrous form used to dry organic liquids.
The anhydrous form is a white powder or ortho-rhombic bipyramidal crystals; the decahydrate is odorless, efflorescent crystals or granules.
Moderately toxic by intravenous routes; mildly toxic by ingestion.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden, United States, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: SODIUM THIOSULFATE
Sodium hyposulfite, hypo, antichlor, sodothiol, sulfothiorine, ametox.
7772-98-7
2832.30
Clandestine manufacture of methamphetamine.
Removes chlorine from solutions; antichlor in bleaching of paper pulp; fixer in photography; extraction of silver from ores; mordant in dyeing and printing textiles, reducer in chrome dyeing; manufacturing leather; bleaching bone, straw and ivory.
Powder; odorless crystals or granules which melt at 48°C when rapidly heated.
Moderately toxic by subcutaneous routes.
Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Japan, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: SULPHURIC ACID (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
Oil of vitriol, hydrogen sulfate.
7664-93-9
2807.00
Heroin, cocaine, amphetamine, methamphetamine.
Used in fertilizers, chemicals, dyes, petroleum refining, etching and analytical chemistry, in making iron and steel, and in industrial explosives.
Oily liquid.
CORROSIVE and REACTIVE. Causes severe burns; Reacts with water or steam to produce heat.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, United States, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Colombia, Bolivia, Peru, Syria.

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Manufacturers: TARTARIC ACID
Dihydroxysuccinic acid, 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, d-tartaric acid, 1-tartaric acid, meso-tartaric acid and racemic tartaric acid.
87-69-4
2918.12
Purification of morphine base prior to its conversion to heroin; preparation of tartrate salts of heroin and other substances
Soft drink industry, confectionery products, bakery products, gelatin desserts; photographic, tanning and ceramic industries; manufacture of tartrate salts and in pharmaceutical products as a buffering agent.
Colorless crystals or white granular to fine crystalline powder with strong acidic taste.
Moderately toxic by intravenous routes; mildly toxic by oral ingestion.
Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Switzerland, Japan.

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Manufacturers: THIONYL CHLORIDE
Sulfurous oxychloride, Sulfur chloride oxide.
7719-09-7
2812.10
Manufacture of methamphetamine.
Used as a chlorinating agent in the manufacture of organic compounds, as a solvent in Lithium batteries, and in making pesticides.
Colourless pale yellow or red liquid with a pungent odour.
REACTIVE and CORROSIVE. Reacts violently with water; contact causes burns; irritating to respiratory system if inhaled; may ignite other combustible material.
Germany, Switzerland, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: TOLUENE (1988 UN Convention, Table II)
Methylbenzene, toluol, phenylmethane, methacide.
108-88-3
2902.30
Solvent used in the production of cocaine hydrochloride and heroin, and other controlled substances like amphetamine, methamphetamine, Lysergide (LSD), methaqualone, mecloqualone.
In manufacturing of explosives, dyes. Gasoline additive. Industrial solvent.
Colourless liquid, with a sweet, strong odour.
FLAMMABLE. May burn or irritate mucous membranes, eyes and respiratory tract; severe exposure may result in pulmonary edema; incompatible with strong oxidants; vapours may cause dizziness.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan.

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Manufacturers: ortho-TOLUIDINE
2-Aminotoluene, ortho-methylaniline, o-toluidine, 2-methylaniline.
95-53-4
2921.43
Clandestine manufacture of methaqualone.
Used in making dyes and other chemicals, and in medical testing.
Colourless to pale yellow liquid, with a weak, pleasant odour.
CARCINOGEN and MUTAGEN. Excessive breathing of vapour, ingestion or absorption through the skin may cause headaches, drowsiness, cyanosis, mental confusion and in severe cases, convulsions; vapour is dangerous to the eyes.
Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Japan, United States.

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Manufacturers: TRICHLOROETHYLENE
Trichloroethylene, ethinyl trichloride, trilene, triclene, Trichloran, trichloren.
79-01-6
2903.22
Solvent used alone or with other solvents in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride.
Solvent for degreasing and dry cleaning, and in printing inks, paints, lacquers, varnishes, and adhesives.
Colourless liquid with a sweet odour.
MUTAGEN, CARCINOGEN. Inhalation of vapour may cause headache, dizziness and nausea; high concentrations may cause unconsciousness; ingestion produces similar effects; vapour and liquid irritate the eyes; moderate exposure can cause intoxication; high concentrations produce central nervous system depressant effects. High, acute doses may cause hepatic and renal failure, coma and death. Sudden death may occur possibly due to the induction of ventricular fibrillation.
Germany, France, United States, Japan.

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Manufacturers: UREA
Carbamide resin; Isourea; carbonyl diamide; carbonyldiamine.
57-13-6
3102.10
Alkaline material used in the production of coca paste and cocaine base; synthesis of barbituric acid, methaqualone.
Used in chemical industry, used in making explosives, uses as a fertilizer, manufacture of resins and plastics; paper industry, diuretic.
Colourless tetragonal crystals with the odour of ammonia.
Moderately toxic by ingestion, intravenous and subcutaneous routes; irritating to skin.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, Ireland, The Netherlands, Portugal, Estonia, United States, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Peru, Venezuela, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Syria

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Manufacturers: XYLENES
Dimethylbenzene, xylol, mixed xylenes, ortho-xylene (o-xylene, 1,2-dimethyl-benzene), meta-xylene (1,3-dimethylbenzene), para-xylene (p-xylene, 1,4 dimethylbenzene).
1330-20-7
2902.41 2707.30 2902.42 2902.43
Solvent used in the conversion of cocaine base to cocaine hydrochloride. Ring-substitued derivatives of amphetamine and methamphetamine.
Used as solvents, in making drugs, dyes, insecticides, lacquers and enamels, and in gasoline for airplanes.
Clear liquid with a strong odour.
FLAMMABLE. They are respiratory depressants, and inhalation of the vapour may cause dizziness, headache, nausea and mental confusion. Possible respiratory depression and coma at high doses. Vapour and liquid irritate the eyes, skin, mucous membranes and respiratory tract; absorption through the skin and ingestion causes poisoning; repeated breathing of vapour over long periods may cause blood disease; prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis;
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States, Mexico, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan.