Singapore to classify etomidate as illegal drug due to presence in one-third of seized vapes
Singapore is taking steps to categorize etomidate, an anaesthetic found in vapes, as a Class C drug. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung expressed concern over the increasing use of etomidate-laced vapes, with one-third of tested seized vapes containing the substance. Those found using drug-laced pods will face stricter penalties once etomidate is listed under the Misuse of Drugs Act.
Singapore is working to list etomidate, an anaesthetic found in vapes, as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced. Vaping with etomidate is on the rise, causing concern for agencies like the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Health. Over 100 seized vapes were tested, with one-third containing etomidate. K-pods refer to pods with vape juice mixed with etomidate. Deaths related to etomidate have been reported, including in traffic accidents and unnatural cases.
Vapes are banned in Singapore under the Tobacco Act, and etomidate is a controlled substance under the Poisons Act. Users of drug-laced pods may face fines, but once etomidate is listed under the Misuse of Drugs Act, they will be treated similarly to users of hard drugs like cannabis or cocaine. This means supervision, mandatory rehabilitation, and potential commitment to a drug rehabilitation center. Repeat offenders may face prosecution and a minimum one-year jail term.
According to the source: CNA.
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