This entry was put on hold to highlight that we really need folks to send in LESS material.
It is very important that people submitting samples to this testing program send in between 20 and 400mg of material. See how to send in a sample for testing.
Keep in mind that just enough to *half* fill a capsule is more than enough for several analyses. If sending the sample in a baggie, it should be left under-filled so it's easy to seal.
Packed baggies can spill and, because of the tight regulations, all of the spillage has to be collected. Yes, it's absurd, but it's the world we live in.
The lab tech has to handle every little bit of material that shows up in the mail following specific protocols for storage and disposal. Spills takes time and money away from work that should go to better things.
Never pack a baggie totally full. Starting in early 2016, we will reject samples that are overfull or charge extra for their handling, because it is a huge hassle for our team to deal with.
Be kind, send less!
Send in a sample for testing
DrugsData tests all psychoactive drugs including ecstasy tablets, powders, research chemicals, novel pschoactive substances, and other drugs through our DEA-licensed laboratory. Ecstasy/Molly tablets cost $100. Recreational drug powder/crystal/blotter costs $100. Pharmaceuticals, supplements and all others cost $150 per analysis.
Should the public have access to independent analysis of the products they consume?
The vast majority of analyses of over-the-counter, prescription, and recreational drugs are performed in secret with no independent oversite or review. No other historical record, free from politically-controlled agencies, is currently available in North America nor most other parts of the world.
DrugsData, a project of Erowid Center, needs the support of professionals, students, parents, individuals with means, and small foundations for a total yearly budget of around $120,000 USD. Erowid Center's general budget and the co-pays we require fund most of this cost.
This entry was put on hold to highlight that we really need folks to send in LESS material.
It is very important that people submitting samples to this testing program send in between 20 and 400mg of material. See how to send in a sample for testing.
Keep in mind that just enough to *half* fill a capsule is more than enough for several analyses. If sending the sample in a baggie, it should be left under-filled so it's easy to seal.
Packed baggies can spill and, because of the tight regulations, all of the spillage has to be collected. Yes, it's absurd, but it's the world we live in.
The lab tech has to handle every little bit of material that shows up in the mail following specific protocols for storage and disposal. Spills takes time and money away from work that should go to better things.
Never pack a baggie totally full. Starting in early 2016, we will reject samples that are overfull or charge extra for their handling, because it is a huge hassle for our team to deal with.
Be kind, send less!