bk-MDEA (hydrochloride) 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.
1.Kikura-Hanajiri, R., Uchiyama, N., and Goda, Y.Survey of current trends in the abuse of psychotropic substances and plants in JapanLeg. Med. (Tokyo)13(3)109-115(2011)
2.Uchiyama, N., Kikura-Hanajiri, R., Kawahara, N., et al.Analysis of designer drugs detected in the products purchased in fiscal year 2006Yakugaku Zasshi128(10)1499-1505(2008)
