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Formulation and Delivery Systems of Cocaine and Methamphetamine Scent Mimics
Silvia T Mo1, Issac C C Cheng1, H T Henry Chan1
1Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong SAR, China, hkbu.edu.hk.
International Journal of Analytical Chemistry
|February 9, 2026
Summary
Narcotic scent mimics offer safe training alternatives. Cotton proved an effective, low-cost material for developing accessible delivery systems for these drug scent mimics.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Science
- Material Science
Background:
- Narcotic scent mimics are crucial for law enforcement training and public education.
- Existing formulation and delivery systems lack accessibility and affordability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate synthetic (MOF) and natural (cotton) materials as carriers for narcotic scent mimics.
- To develop low-cost, accessible delivery systems for cocaine and methamphetamine pseudoscent chemicals.
Main Methods:
- Liquid chromatography-based analysis was used to assess material absorbency.
- Synthetic metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and natural cotton were tested as carriers.
Main Results:
- Both MOF and cotton materials effectively absorbed scent mimics.
- Cotton demonstrated superior performance as an absorbent and delivery medium.
- Cotton offers a safe, durable, and inexpensive option for pseudoscent storage and release.
Conclusions:
- Cotton is a highly effective and practical material for developing accessible narcotic scent mimic delivery systems.
- These systems can be easily formulated, stored, and distributed for widespread use.
- The developed systems support specialized training and public antinarcotic education.
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