DEAFinal Rule
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of 4-Chloromethcathinone in Schedule I
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Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has officially classified 4-chloromethcathinone as an illegal Schedule I controlled substance, meaning it's now treated the same as drugs like heroin and LSD with no accepted medical use. This action makes it illegal to manufacture, distribute, or possess this synthetic drug, which is a designer stimulant similar to cathinone drugs.
Key Points
- 14-Chloromethcathinone is now classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, the most restrictive category under federal drug law
- 2The drug cannot be legally possessed, manufactured, or distributed in the United States without specific DEA authorization for research
- 3People caught with this substance face federal criminal penalties, including potential prison time and fines
- 4This regulation applies to the chemical itself and any products containing it, including street drugs sometimes sold under various names
- 5The rule went into effect on November 17, 2025, and law enforcement agencies can now prosecute violations under this new classification
Key Dates
Published
November 17, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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