Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:DEA-1036
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Nine Specific Fentanyl-Related Substances in Schedule I
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration — observed across 2 documents over 238 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
Nine opioids related to fentanyl are now completely banned by federal law, making it illegal to manufacture, distribute, or possess them anywhere in the United States. If your business involves pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, or medical research, check your inventory and supplier agreements immediately to ensure you stay in full compliance.
First seen
Apr 13, 2023
Last seen
Dec 7, 2023
Latest stage
Rule
PRORULE → RULE
238d
Effective on
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Stage timeline
Proposed·Apr 13, 2023
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Nine Specific Fentanyl-Related Substances in Schedule I
#2023-07576
Final·Dec 7, 2023
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Nine Specific Fentanyl-Related Substances in Schedule I
effective Dec 7, 2023#2023-26694