According to a report in Kommersant on August 20, the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD Rossii) has proposed adding 18 psychoactive substances to a controlled list, primarily due to the risk of abuse among drug users.
These substances include nine synthetic and natural cannabinoids, four types of opioids, four types of benzodiazepines, and one phenethylamine compound.
The proposal has been published on the regulatory draft portal website. According to the explanation provided in the proposal, the Ministry of Internal Affairs suggests adding these substances to the list of controlled substances under Category I (prohibited from circulation in Russia) and Category III (allowing exemptions for certain control measures).
The proposal was put forward due to the appearance of e-cigarette liquids and food products containing cannabis ingredients in the European market.
The proposal also includes suggestions for amending Article 228 (drug trafficking) and Article 229 (theft of psychoactive substances) of the Russian Criminal Code.
This proposal aims to further combat the distribution and abuse of drugs, ensuring public health and social safety.
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