Controlled Substances and Precursors

Possession, use, and manufacture of controlled substances are regulated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) through the Controlled Substances Act.

• List of controlled substances from the DEA
• List of precursor chemicals the California Department of Justice (DOJ)

If your work requires controlled substances:

1. Submit a Controlled Substances Use Authorization Application (CSUA) to csuse@ucmerced.edu.
   1.  If you need to renew or amend your CSUA, please use this form. CSUA  must be renewed annually
2. Each person with access must complete the Background Release Form and have a live scan completed (by appointment).
3. Read and comply with the Controlled Substance Program Procedures and BUS-50, including record keeping and storage requirements.
4. Each person with access must take controlled-substances training.

Precursors

Steps to ordering precursors DEA List 1:

• Intended Use Letter may be required by vendor
  • Must clearly list each chemical ordered and its intended use.
  • A new letter is required for each order placed.
  • Letter must be signed by the PI.
  • Must be on UCM letterhead
• 21 day hold may be required by vendor
  • Clock starts when vendor receives ALL required documents.
  • This MANDATORY requirement is imposed by the CA DOJ. UCM has no control over

Useful Documents:

• Use log