3-MEC Powder

A. Introduction

3‑MEC Powder is a premium laboratory‑grade synthetic cathinone stimulant presented as a free‑flowing crystalline powder, suitable for high‑precision, low‑contamination handling in controlled research environments. The powder form enables reproducible mass‑loading and clean solution‑preparation for quantitative analytical protocols, particularly in chromatographic and pharmacological‑screening contexts. The product is supplied strictly for analytical and research‑oriented use and is not intended for any human or animal‑facing application.

B. Scientific Overview

3‑MEC (3‑Methylmethcathinone, Metaphedrone; IUPAC 2‑(methylamino)‑1‑(3‑methylphenyl)propan‑1‑one, molecular formula C₁₁H₁₅NO, molecular weight ~177.24 g/mol) is a methyl‑substituted cathinone within the ring‑substituted cathinone class, structurally related to 3‑MMC/4‑MMC‑type stimulants. Scientific literature typically describes this class as a synthetic psychostimulant‑type cathinone that interacts with monoamine transporters under in‑vitro research conditions, functioning as a monoamine‑transporter substrate and releaser, with studies framed strictly within controlled, non‑clinical and forensic‑toxicology contexts. 3‑MEC Powder is supplied as a laboratory‑grade cathinone reference material and must not be used for diagnostic, therapeutic, or consumer‑oriented purposes.

C. Product Specifications

• Product Name: 3‑MEC Powder

• Chemical Name: 2‑(Methylamino)‑1‑(3‑methylphenyl)propan‑1‑one (3‑Methylmethcathinone, Metaphedrone, 3‑MEC)

• Synonyms: 3‑MEC, 3‑Methylmethcathinone, Metaphedrone

• Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₅NO

• Molecular Weight: 177.24 g/mol

• Form: Fine crystalline powder

• Purity: Typically ≥ 98% research‑grade, where verified by analytical methods such as HPLC, GC‑MS, or NMR

• Appearance: White to off‑white free‑flowing crystalline powder

• Solubility: Soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, DMSO, and acetonitrile, supporting controlled extraction into solution for chromatographic or receptor‑binding studies

• Storage Conditions: Store at 2–8°C in a sealed, light‑resistant, low‑humidity container to help preserve chemical stability and minimize degradation over time

D. Laboratory Use Context

3‑MEC Powder is positioned exclusively for in‑vitro, analytical, and non‑clinical research, including:

• Chromatographic profiling and LC‑MS/MS or GC‑MS method‑development for ring‑substituted cathinone stimulants,

• Pharmacological screening of monoamine‑transporter‑interaction properties and structure‑activity‑relationship (SAR) studies within synthetic cathinone systems, and

• Forensic reference‑material work and multi‑analyte calibration for seized‑substance identification of synthetic cathinones.

The powder format supports precise gravimetric dispensing, clean preparation of calibration‑curve standards, and straightforward integration into standard analytical workflows, making it especially useful for analytical‑chemistry, forensic‑toxicology, and pharmacological‑screening laboratories. This product must not be used in any human or animal‑focused therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic context and is reserved for lawful, laboratory‑based research by qualified personnel.

E. Quality & Testing

Every batch of 3‑MEC Powder undergoes rigorous quality assurance:

• Third‑party Certificate of Analysis (COA) available upon request, including chromatographic purity, retention‑time data, and identification of key cathinone‑class impurities

• Batch‑specific tracking and full documentation for traceability to support regulated research environments and ICH‑aligned practices

• Independent verification of identity and purity via HPLC, NMR, and MS, with degradation‑related by‑products and positional‑isomer analogs kept below established analytical thresholds

• Manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure consistent bulk‑purity, particle size, and suitability for analytical‑chemistry and reference‑standard applications

F. Shipping & Handling

We provide discreet, professional shipping worldwide to qualified research institutions and laboratories. The 3‑MEC Powder is securely packaged in neutral, light‑resistant, and moisture‑resistant vials or sachets, often within secondary desiccated containers, to help maintain powder integrity during transit. Tracking information is supplied with every shipment, and packaging is designed to minimize exposure to heat, humidity, and physical shocks. Researchers are responsible for verifying the legality of importation and handling in their jurisdiction prior to ordering, including compliance with local regulations governing synthetic cathinone research chemicals.

G. Compliance Disclaimer

For Research Use Only. Not for human consumption.
This product is sold strictly for laboratory and analytical research purposes. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, ingestion, or any form of consumption. No claims are made regarding effects on biological systems outside of controlled in‑vitro research settings.

Buyers must be qualified researchers or institutions and agree to comply with all local, state, federal, and international regulations governing synthetic cathinone research chemicals. The seller assumes no liability for misuse. Always consult your institution’s safety and compliance guidelines before receiving, storing, or handling 3‑MEC Powder.