Federal Register #2026-16665

DEA Order for Exempt Chemical Preparations Under the Controlled Substances Act

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), part of the Department of Justice, has issued an order inviting public comment on applications for exempt chemical preparations under the Controlled Substances Act. - Government Buyer: - Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Department of Justice - Scope: - Applications for exempt chemical preparations received between March 1 and June 30 - Preparations intended for laboratory, industrial, educational, or special research purposes - Not for general administration to humans or animals - Products/Services: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities listed - No OEMs or vendors identified - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with 21 U.S.C. 811(g)(3)(B) and 21 CFR 1308.23 and 1308.24 - Restrictions on use and distribution of exempted bulk products - Comments must reference Docket No. DEA372 and be submitted electronically or by mail - Opportunity for public comment on exemption status decisions

Description

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued an order with opportunity for comment regarding applications for exempt chemical preparations under the Controlled Substances Act received between March 1, 2026, and June 30, 2026. The order lists chemical preparations that have been approved or denied exemption status. The exemptions apply only to specific preparations intended for laboratory, industrial, educational, or special research purposes and not for general administration to humans or animals. Comments on the order must be submitted electronically or postmarked by October 13, 2026.

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