Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:DEA-1356
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Extension of Temporary Placement of MDMB-4en-PINACA in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration — observed across 2 documents over 70 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The DEA is keeping a powerful synthetic drug called MDMB-4en-PINACA banned at the federal level through an extended temporary order that just took effect. If you work in any cannabinoid or hemp product business, immediately verify that your current inventory and all suppliers don't include this banned substance, or you risk serious federal criminal charges.
First seen
Oct 2, 2025
Last seen
Dec 11, 2025
Latest stage
Rule
PRORULE → RULE
70d
Effective on
Friday, December 12, 2025
Stage timeline
Proposed·Oct 2, 2025
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of MDMB-4en-PINACA in Schedule I
#2025-19348
Final·Dec 11, 2025
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Extension of Temporary Placement of MDMB-4en-PINACA in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act
effective Dec 12, 2025#2025-22540