Introduction
On June 14, 2024, the trade and production of the previously legal 1D LSD was banned by a resolution of the German Federal Council. This article explores the background to the ban, its impact on research, and the new opportunities that have now arisen.
1D LSD was an enormously important tool for all researchers, but what exactly is this chemical? 1D LSD is a derivative of LSD with minimally modified molecular structure, which was legally available to researchers until June 2024.
But why exactly was it legal, why was it banned and how did such a ban even come about?
Why was 1D LSD legal?
As already mentioned, 1D LSD is extremely similar to LSD in its chemical structure, but not identical. When analyzing the chemical, it is immediately noticeable that, compared to LSD, it lacks an oxygen atom, which makes it a separate substance. For this reason, it does not fall under the Narcotics Act (BtMG).
The New Psychoactive Substances Act (NpSG) is responsible for regulating such substances. This prohibits the trade and manufacture of the substances they contain, but possession remains unpunished. 1D LSD was not covered by this law until June 14, 2024, which allowed researchers to acquire the substance and conduct scientific experiments with it.
Why was 1D LSD banned?
Unfortunately, the ban was announced early on. The sale of 1D LSD in vending machines and the associated negative media publicity actively brought the derivative into the spotlight, which did nothing to help it remain in a legal gray area.
The derivative quickly came under the scrutiny of authorities and politicians, who complained that the dispensing through vending machines was too uncontrolled and that it could be misused. To contain potential risks, lawmakers decided to initiate a ban on the derivative.
How did the ban come about?
On June 14, 2024, the German Federal Council passed a ban on nitrous oxide (NO₂) by incorporating it into the NpSG (National Protection Act). This measure finally entered into force on June 27, 2024. In addition to the main topic of "nitrous oxide" at this session, 1D LSD was more or less waved through, meaning it too was included in the NpSG.
In general, however, the situation is similar to the previous bans on 1V LSD and 1cP LSD: Over time, chemists developed a new derivative that is not regulated by the Narcotics Act (NPSG) or the Narcotics Act (BtMG). This derivative is then available again without penalty until it is incorporated into one of the laws. A kind of cat-and-mouse game between the legislature and the scientific community.
What does the ban mean for me as a researcher?
In short, what is relevant for you as a researcher is:
- Possession of 1D LSD remains legal: So, if you currently have 1D LSD in your lab, this is not a problem and you can continue to use it for research purposes.
- The production and trade are prohibited: As of June 27, 2024, you can no longer buy 1D LSD, and this derivative may no longer be synthesized.
Experiments you have already started can therefore only be continued with derivatives you have already purchased or with chemicals that are strikingly similar to 1D LSD.
Is there already a new derivative?
Yes! We are proud to introduce you and the community to the new derivative 1S LSD. This is a completely legal derivative (as of February 2025) that you can purchase in our store acid-berlin.de . This derivative differs only minimally from 1D LSD in its molecular structure. Independent analyses have already proven that experiments with 1D LSD can be reproduced almost perfectly.
It's important to note: At Acid Berlin, we place the highest value on quality. All our products are intended for research use and not for human consumption. Please check our FAQ or our online section for information about the products you've ordered, and feel free to browse through them. You're sure to find the right product for you!
Conclusion
Despite the ban, the community persisted. Researchers developed a new derivative, 1S LSD, which is not regulated under the NpSG (as of February 2025). Its predecessor, 1S LSD, whose trade and production are now prohibited, will likely remain fondly remembered by all researchers.
Anyone who still has a supply of 1D LSD in their laboratory at the time of the ban on June 14, 2024, need not worry: Possession of this chemical will remain legal, so research with it can continue.
