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bk-MDEA (hydrochloride) (Item No. 9001123, ethylone) is a psychotropic cathinone that has been detected in products marketed as bath salts, plant food, and tablets.1,2 3,4-Methylenedioxy-5-methylethcathinone is an analog of bk-MDEA, differing by the addition of a methyl group at the two position of the benzene ring. The physiological and toxicological properties of this compound have not been elucidated. This product is intended for forensic and research applications.WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use.

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