What are Opioids?
Opioid research chemicals are compounds that act on opioid receptors (mu, delta, kappa). These substances are studied for pain management research, receptor pharmacology, and forensic analytical method development.
Common Effects
Safety Information
EXTREME CAUTION: High addiction potential and risk of respiratory depression. Always use proper safety protocols.
Opioids in Our Database (3 compounds)
O-DSMT
O-Desmethyltramadol
O-DSMT is an opioid analgesic and tramadol metabolite used in research on mu-opioid receptor pharmacology and pain management studies.
2-MAP-237
2-MAP-237 is a novel opioid research chemical used in studies on synthetic opioid receptor pharmacology.
AP-237
AP-237 is a piperidine opioid used in research on novel synthetic opioid structures and mu-receptor binding.
Research Applications
Opioids are studied in various research contexts including pharmacology, neuroscience, and consciousness studies. Researchers use these compounds to investigate:
- Receptor binding profiles and affinity studies
- Structure-activity relationships (SAR)
- Metabolic pathways and pharmacokinetics
- Comparative pharmacology with related compounds
Laboratory Safety Guidelines
Handling Precautions
- Always use proper laboratory equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Work in a well-ventilated area or fume hood
- Use analytical scales for precise measurements
- Store compounds according to manufacturer specifications
Testing
Always verify substance identity using reagent testing kits or analytical methods such as:
- Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)
- Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS)
- Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
- Reagent color testing (Marquis, Ehrlich, etc.)
Legal Considerations
The legal status of Opioids varies significantly by jurisdiction. Many countries have implemented analogue acts or blanket bans on entire chemical families.
Important: Always verify the legal status of specific compounds in your jurisdiction before ordering. EuroChems only ships to countries where compounds are legal for research purposes.
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