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DOJ/DEA RIN: 1117-AA62 Publication ID: Fall 2011 
Title: Security Requirements for Handlers of Pseudoephedrine, Ephedrine, and Phenylpropanolamine 
Abstract: Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine are used in the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine, and phenylpropanolamine is used in the illegal manufacture of amphetamine. The vast majority of clandestine laboratories produce methamphetamine using over-the-counter regulated drug products. DEA has received numerous reports regarding the theft of large quantities of these products at the wholesale level. DEA proposed to require that manufacturers, distributors, importers, and exporters of pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine implement security procedures similar to those of Schedule III-V controlled substances to prevent the theft and diversion of these List I chemicals. These procedures include the storage of substances in a secure safe or steel cabinet, cage, or room, and installation of a monitored alarm system linked to a central location. DEA also sought input regarding alternative means to effectively prevent the theft and diversion of these products. 
Agency: Department of Justice(DOJ)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1309   
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802    21 USC 821    21 USC 822    21 USC 823    21 USC 824    21 USC 830    21 USC 871    21 USC 875    21 USC 877    21 USC 886a    21 USC 952    21 USC 958   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  07/30/2004  69 FR 45616   
NPRM Comment Period End  10/28/2004    
Final Action  09/00/2012    
Additional Information: Docket Number DEA-211
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Public Comment URL: dea.diversion.policy@usdoj.gov  
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Demetra Ashley
Associate Deputy Assistant Administrator
Department of Justice
Drug Enforcement Administration
8701 Morrissette Drive,
Springfield, VA 22152
Phone:202 307-7165