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EMCDDA technical expert meeting on hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) and related cannabinoids

19.12.2022

On 16 December, the EMCDDA held the first ‘Technical expert meeting on hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) and related semi-synthetic cannabinoids (SSCs)’ as part of its ongoing work to support EU and national preparedness and response to emerging NPS risks. Hexahydrocannabinol is the first semi-synthetic...

Publications

Interactive timeline. 25 years of the EU Early Warning System (EWS) on new psychoactive substances (NPS)

13.12.2022

This interactive timeline highlights some of the key achievements and milestones over the last 25 years of monitoring new psychoactive substances in Europe.

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From JWH-018 to OXIZIDS: structural evolution of synthetic cannabinoids in the European Union from 2008 to present day

12.12.2022

This study provides an inventory of the SCs detected in the EU from 2008-2022, describing their structural evolution by analysing separately four structural features: their core, tail, linker, and...

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No laughing matter - new report shows rise in recreational use of nitrous oxide

21.11.2022

A rise in the supply and recreational use of nitrous oxide (‘laughing gas’) is the focus of a new report out today from the EU drugs agency (EMCDDA). The publication — Recreational use of nitrous oxide: a growing concern for Europe — points to the risks and harms associated with the drug, which is...

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Recreational use of nitrous oxide — a growing concern for Europe

21.11.2022

The purpose of this report is to examine the current situation, risks and responses to the recreational use of nitrous oxide in Europe. To support this, the report also provides a state-of-the-art review of the chemistry, pharmacology and toxicology of the gas. It is intended for policymakers and...

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EMCDDA framework and practical guidance for naming synthetic cannabinoids

08.11.2022

This work provides a theoretical framework and a practical hands-on guideline for consistent naming of synthetic cannabinoids, which is easy to understand and can be applied by the forensic community...

Events

IX International Conference on NPS

24.10.2022

The conference aims to share knowledge and strengthen collaboration on NPS among multidisciplinary professionals at the international level. It is jointly organised by the International Society for...

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EU Early Warning System on NPS — 25 years

20.10.2022

This poster, presented during the IX International Conference on NPS (24 to 26 Oct 2022, Panama), showcases some of the work of the EU Early Warning System on new psychoactive substances. Operated by the EMCDDA, in close cooperation with Europol and other partners, it was the first regional early-...

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Brochure: 25 years of monitoring and responding to new drugs in Europe

18.10.2022

This brochure provides an overview of 25 years of the EU Early Warning System (EWS) on new psychoactive substances (NPS). Operated by the EMCDDA in close cooperation with Europol and other partners, it was the first regional early warning mechanism set up to monitor and respond to uncontrolled new...

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Infographic: opioids notifications to the Early Warning System and seizures

12.07.2022

This infographic coming from the publication New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System presents some key statistics on notifications of the opioids to the EWS and opioids seizures (trends in the number and quantities...

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Infographic: benzodiazepines notifications to the Early Warning System and seizures

08.07.2022

This infographic coming from the publication New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System presents some key statistics on notifications of the benzodiazepines to the EWS and benzodiazepines seizures (trends in the number...

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Infographic: new psychoactive substances — notifications to the Early Warning System and seizures

06.07.2022

This infographic coming from the publication New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System presents some key statistics on notifications of the new psychoactive substances to the EWS and NPS seizures (trends in the number...

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Infographic: synthetic cathinones notifications to the Early Warning System and seizures

05.07.2022

This infographic coming from the publication New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System presents some key statistics on notifications of the synthetic cathinones to the EWS and cathinones seizures (trends in the number...

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Infographic: synthetic cannabinoids notifications to the Early Warning System and seizures

05.07.2022

This infographic coming from the publication New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System presents some key statistics on notifications of the synthetic cannabinoids to the EWS and cannabinoids seizures (trends in the...

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New psychoactive substances: 25 years of early warning and response in Europe — an update from the EU Early Warning System

15.06.2022

This update from the EU Early Warning System overviews the NPS situation in Europe in 2020-2021 and highlights emerging threats to support early warning, preparedness planning and response measures. In addition, it reflects on the changes and the lessons learned from 25 years of monitoring NPS in...

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25 years of monitoring and responding to new drugs in Europe — update published today

14.06.2022

This year, the EU Early Warning System (EWS) on new psychoactive substances (NPS) celebrates its 25th anniversary. Operated by the EMCDDA, in close cooperation with Europol and partners (1), it was the first regional early-warning mechanism set up to monitor and respond to uncontrolled new drugs....

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25 years of early warning and response to new psychoactive substances in Europe

07.06.2022

This year, the EU Early Warning System (EWS) on new psychoactive substances (NPS) celebrates its 25th anniversary. Operated by the EMCDDA, in close cooperation with Europol and partners (1), it was the first regional early-warning mechanism set up to monitor and respond to uncontrolled new drugs....

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Timeline: 25 years of Early Warning System (EWS)

06.06.2022

Take a journey through some of the key events over the last 25 years of monitoring new psychoactive substances in Europe.

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Recording of the EU Drug Markets: cocaine and methamphetamine press conference

06.05.2022

Drug trafficking is a highly profitable commercial activity and remains a core business for organised crime groups across Europe today. Understanding the reality of the European drug market requires a holistic approach, following the supply chain from production and trafficking to distribution and...

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European Commission adopts measures to control two harmful new drugs amidst health concerns and surge in supply

18.03.2022

Today, the European Commission has adopted measures to control two harmful new psychoactive substances (NPS) across the EU (1). The substances in question — 3-methylmethcathinone (3-MMC) and 3-chloromethcathinone (3-CMC) — are both synthetic cathinones, which have been raising concerns in Europe....

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