doi: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2008.11.013. Epub 2009 Feb 4.
Fluoromethcathinone, a new substance of abuse
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Fluoromethcathinone, a new substance of abuse
R P Archer. Forensic Sci Int..
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We have identified a new compound in capsules marketed as plant feeders available from internet suppliers. It is apparent from internet forums that these so-called plant feeders are being used as recreational drugs. The material is identified as being 3'-fluoromethcathinone. The compound in the capsule was identified by GC-MS, 1H, (13)C and (19)F NMR as well as FTIR. Other materials identified in the tablet were caffeine and a methylamine salt. The exact position of the fluorine in the fluoromethcathinone was determined by comparison with materials synthesised in our laboratory. Internet-based companies are known to sell 4'-fluoromethcathinone (flephedrone). We present GC-MS data for the three isomers of fluoromethcathinone and their N-acetyl derivatives and provide a rapid method for determining the positional isomers of fluoromethcathinone using FTIR or (19)F NMR.
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