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New report — Heroin and other opioids pose substantial threat to health and security in Europe

What are the latest changes in the EU opioids market? How are global geopolitical developments impacting supply? Are heroin trafficking routes changing? To what extent do synthetic opioids pose a threat to...

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Minutes of the 58th meeting of the EMCDDA Scientific Committee

Minutes of the 58th meeting of the EMCDDA Scientific Committee

Source data for EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — In-depth analysis

This data bundle contains all data tables and source data used in graphics in the publication: EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — In-depth analysis

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — In-depth analysis

‘EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids’ describes the European opioids market from production and trafficking to distribution and use. It details the processes, materials and players involved at various stages and...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Introduction

Addressing the pressing concerns around illicit opioid use in Europe, this text introduces the heroin market and its implications. It underscores the significant societal burden and potential market changes in light of...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Key findings and threat assessment

This resource identifies the key points and threats emerging from the analysis. The opioid market's complexity is increased due to synthetic opioids. Despite doubled seized heroin quantities, lower prices and higher purity...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Global context

This page provides a top-level review of the global opioid market and includes information on production, trafficking, distribution and use. This resource is part of EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Production of opioids

This page provides an overview of the heroin production process and examines trends in opium and heroin production. This resource is part of EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids – In-depth...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Trafficking and supply

This page provides an overview of the trafficking of heroin and other opioids from production zones to the European consumer market. This includes information on seizures, trafficking routes and methods. This resource...

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EU Drug Market: Heroin and other opioids — Criminal networks operating in the heroin market

Criminal networks involved in the illicit heroin market are business-oriented, cooperative and adaptable. Many different networks are involved in heroin trafficking activities along the extensive supply chain from production zones to EU...