Illicit drug labs can no longer buy a key ingredient for meth and amphetamines.

The government has officially classified a chemical called P2P methyl glycidic acid as a controlled substance. This means anyone handling this chemical must now follow strict regulations, making it harder for people to get it for illegal drug manufacturing.

For years, drug makers have used P2P methyl glycidic acid to produce methamphetamine and amphetamines. By adding it to the controlled substances list, the government is cutting off a key supply line for these illicit drugs. This action aims to disrupt the production of dangerous substances, though it may also push manufacturers to find new, potentially more dangerous, precursor chemicals.