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GUIDE How to test LSD?

How to test LSD (Acid): if you intend to use a psychoactive substance first you need a test kit to check purity. Pure LSD can come in the form or blotters, gel tabs, sugar cubes or crystals and can’t be identified by appearance. Check your sample with a single or multi-use LSD test kit.

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Recommended LSD testing kits

Recommended multi-use LSD Reagent Test Kit includes reagents Ehrlich, Hofmann, Marquis and Mecke. Ehrlich and Hofmann are required to identify LSD, while Marquis and Mecke help identify the adulterant in the case of absence of LSD. To discover full ingredients and estimate LSD % pair reagents with the Full TLC Purity Test Kit. To detect fentanyl use the fent strips.

STEP ONE How to identify LSD?

How to use reagent tests?

Watch how to test LSD with reagents:

Note that our LSD test kit video shows the hardest possible result – too little sample and too much reagent.

Watch how to test LSD with reagents:

Note that our LSD test kit video shows the hardest possible result – too little sample and too much reagent.

TL;DR: Below is an image with a quick cheat sheet how to use the LSD Test Kit and further down you can check out more detailed guide how to test LSD. Use the LSD reagent test chart to see how to use Ehrlich reagent, Hofmann, Marquis and Mecke. Check the expected results.

LSD test results chart:

TEST	DMT
MARQUIS	No instant vivid color change
MECKE	No instant vivid color change
MANDELIN	No instant vivid color change
LIEBERMANN	No instant vivid color change
FROEHDE	No instant vivid color change
EHRLICH	Pink > Magenta
HOFMANN	Blue / Dark blueish
SIMON’S	No blue color change
ROBADOPE	No pink color change
MORRIS
ZIMMERMANN	No instant vivid color change
CANNABIS (4-AP)	No instant vivid color change

LSD reagent test chart

LSD color chart

All results are available in our booklet and app.

What are LSD test kit reagents used for?

SAMPLE	RECOMMENDED LSD REAGENT TESTS
1B-LSD / 1V-LSD / 1P-LSD / DMT / 5-MeO-DMT / OTHER LYSER GAMIDES AND TRYPTAMINES / METH/AMPHETAMINE	Ehrlich Hofmann Marquis Mecke single-use LSD test kit multiple-use LSD test kit

Reagent tests indicate presence of a substance, therefore can either help confirm presence of the expected compound or help rule out certain cuts.

Ehrlich – main test for all indoles, e.g. lysergamides and tryptamines but also 5-HTP and more, secondary test for cocaine
Hofmann – main test for lysergamides and tryptamines, more precise but slower than Ehrlich
Marquis – main test for most powders, secondary test for ketamine, mephedrone and psychedelics
Mecke – main test for most powders, secondary test for cocaine, ketamine and mephedrone
Single use LSD test kit includes Ehrlich reagent
Multi use LSD reagent test kit includes reagents Ehrlich, Hofmann, Marquis and Mecke

Ehrlich reagent in the main test for all indoles, such as LSD or DMT but also other lysergamides, tryptamines, even melatonin, tryptophan or 5-HTP. Hofmann reagent helps narrow down indoles to LSD or DMT. Reagents Marquis and Mecke help detect adulterant in case LSD is not present and also can test other compounds.

LSD test kit results

Testing LSD blotter with Ehrlich reagent and Hofmann’s test

How to test LSD gel tabs?

LSD gel tabs can severly interfere (cause false positives) with Ehrlich reagent, therefore it is required to focus on Hofmann reagent to test LSD gel. More information in our article here: How to test LSD gel tabs?

How to detect NBOMe?

Basing on lab analysis data (source: drugsdata.org) If Ehrlich and Hofmann confirmed presence of LSD you can assume there is almost no change an adulterant, like NBOMe or DOC is present too. That doesn’t make sense to dishonest dealers financially. In case Ehrlich and Hofmann ruled out presence of LSD, follow up with Marquis reagent and Mecke and check for any instant and vivid color change.

Questions?

What is LSD test kit for?

LSD Test Kit includes 4 reagents best for LSD or DMT, but also suitable for other lysergamides, tryptamines and more. It is used to positively identify LSD, 1P-LSD, AL-LAD, ETH-LAD, ALD-52 and to rule out 2C-B, NBOMe, N3OMe, NBOH, NBF, DOx, or different, less predictable, less desirable, highly toxic dangerous drugs. Multiple reagents are required to detect adulterants and increase analysis precision.

Reagent tests can indicate PRESENCE, but not QUANTITY. Mixtures can be detected with reagents only if adulterant causes a darker color change than the expected substance. To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.
What is included in LSD reagent test kit?

LSD Reagent Test Kit includes 4 reagents: Ehrlich, Hofmann, Marquis, and Mecke, absorbent vermiculite, a porcelain reaction plate, a spatula, gloves, instructions and app for all test kits and over 800 substances. Every bottle contains 10 ml (crystals), 100 tests of each in total. High quality HDPE and brown amber glass protect reagents from light, plastic and moisture to ensure prolonged shelf life. Child-proof caps guarantee 0 spills.
What is each reagent test for?
LSD Test Kit is best for LSD or DMT but is also suitable for other lysergamides, tryptamines and more.
- Cannabis (4-AP) – main test for THC / CBD, helps rule out synthetic cannabinoids
- Ehrlich – main test for all indoles, e.g. lysergamides and tryptamines but also 5-HTP and more, secondary test for cocaine
- Hofmann – main test for lysergamides and tryptamines, more precise but slower than Ehrlich
- Froehde – main test for most powders, secondary test for ketamine and amphetamines, long shelf life
- Liebermann – main test for most powders, secondary test for cocaine (detects levamisole)
- Marquis – main test for most powders, secondary test for ketamine, mephedrone and psychedelics
- Mecke – main test for most powders, secondary test for cocaine, ketamine and mephedrone
- Morris – main test for cathinones, cocaine and ketamine, can tell apart some novel dissociatives
- Robadope – main test for primary amines, e.g. MDA, amphetamine or PMA
- Simon – main test for secondary amines, e.g. MDMA, meth, mephedrone, methylone or PMMA
- Zimmermann / Beam – main test for cathinones and benzodiazepines in geneal, detects also CBD
Fentanyl Test Strip to detect fentanyl, even if it is mixed in another substance.

Reagents can indicate PRESENCE, but not QUANTITY. Adulterants can be detected with reagents only if they cause a darker color change than the expected substance. To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.
How to use LSD reagent test kit?

GET ALL TOOLS

First, prepare a clean white testing surface – ceramic or glass is the best, e.g. bottom of a mug or a plate. Get your sample, reagents, a sharp tool / scoop and paper towels.

PREPARE SAMPLE, ABOUT THIS BIG -> ●

If testing a blotter or gel tab cut off 1/8th (a corner). If testing a pill, powder or crystal, crush it finely. If testing a liquid, dry one drop on paper or clean ceramic surface. A bigger sample can cause a stronger reaction. You need a new sample for each test.

ADD ONE* DROP (OR PILE) OF REAGENT

Shake bottles hard before use, then tap firmly to shake down any reagent stuck in cap. Do not let a bottle touch sample or you will ruin the rest of the reagent. Use just enough reagent to cover a sample. If using crystals avoid air pockets by flattening crystals onto sample using a clean tool. *Do not combine reagents except for „A” and „B” bottles.

OBSERVE FOR UP TO 5 MINUTES*

Disregard any color change after 5 minutes. Do not overinterpret your results, consider that color change reaction is always fastest and most vivid in the part where biggest surface of reagent touches sample, compared to its edges. Over time reaction will degrade due to air contact. Take photos. *If testing a blotter or gel tab using Ehrlich or Hofmann observe reaction for up to 60 minutes.

COMPARE RESULTS

Compare color change with instructions. Reagents can indicate PRESENCE, but not QUANTITY. Adulterants can be detected with reagents only if they cause a darker color change than the expected substance. To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.

Clean used reagent tools / testing surface with lots of running water and detergent, avoid contamination.
How to interpret LSD reagent test kit results?
LSD Test Kit Chart

Expected LSD test kit results:
- Ehrlich reagent – pink / purple
- Hofmann reagent – blueish / gray
- Marquis reagent – no instant vivid color change
- Mecke reagent – no instant vivid color change
CLICK BELOW TO VIEW PRO TEST REAGENT TESTING BOOKLET IN FULL RESOLUTION

CHECK ALL REAGENT TEST REACTIONS IN RESULTS APP AT PROTESTKIT.EU/RESULTS
How to handle LSD test kit?

Drug testing kits contain toxic and/or corrosive chemicals, strong enough to burn skin and clothing. Keep out of eyes and mouth. Keep away from children and animals. Always use in a well-ventilated area. Wear gloves (supplied) when handling the bottle and cap. Wear protective eyewear. Never point towards face etc. If you get some on you/clothing, then immediately wash with lots of soap and water. Dispose of any unwanted reagent with running water, ventilate. Store reagents standing up and away from heat in a cool, dark place. The average shelf life of 2 years can be significantly extended by storing in a fridge or freezer (warm up to room temperature before use).

Reagents deteriorate with time or due to contact with air, especially if exposed to sunlight or not refrigerated. If you are uncertain whether the reagent will work, test it with an already confirmed sample.
How to test LSD potency and detect all adulterants?
Pair LSD test kit with a TLC purity test kit and fent strips. TLC allows you to discover full number of ingredients and estimate their amount, however still requires reagent tests to identify detected compounds. To detect even trace amounts of fentanyl use fent strips.

Primary TLC Testing Liquid – alkaloids, caffeine, phenetylamines (amphetamine, MDMA, 2C-B, etc.), indolamines (LSD, DMT, etc.), ketamine, tryptamines, opiates and more. Included in TLC kits for amphetamine, methamphetamine, ketamine, MDMA and Full.
- To test amphetamine purity use TLC Amphetamine Purity Test Kit (% ruler not included)
- To test methamphetamine purity use TLC Methamphetamine Purity Test Kit (% ruler not included)
- To test ketamine purity use TLC Ketamine Purity Test Kit (% ruler not included)
- To test MDMA purity use TLC MDMA Purity Test Kit (MDMA % ruler included).
TLC Testing Liquid for Cocaine – cocaine, caffeine, ketamine, levamisole, lidocaine, procaine, tetracaine, benzocaine, acetaminophen and more. Included in the TLC kit for cocaine.
- To test cocaine purity use TLC Cocaine Purity Test Kit (cocaine % ruler included).
TLC Testing Liquid for Cannabinoids – for testing all natural cannabinoids and cannabis products. Included in TLC kit for cannabinoids.
- To test complete cannabinoids spectrum use TLC Cannabinoids Test Kit (THC and CBD % rulers included).
To precisely test purity of as many compounds as possible consider the Full TLC Purity Test Kit (% rulers included).
More questions?

STEP TWO How to test LSD purity %?

To discover all adulterants and estimate quantity pair reagent tests with a TLC (Thin Layer Chromatography) Purity Test Kit. TLC purity tests alone don’t identify substances and are best paired with at least 1-2 reagent tests. Thin Layer Chromatography is one of classic substance analysis methods. It works by separating different compounds depending on their solubility in chosen TLC testing liquid (eluent). To precisly estimate LSD purity pair a reagent test kit with the Full TLC Purity Test Kit.

How to test quality of LSD?

Qualitative TLC:

TLC test works by separating substances present in a sample, each detected spot indicates a different substance. In case of LSD you can detect iso-LSD (iso-n,n-diethyl-d-lysergamide) and other degradations products, as well as phenethylamines like NBOMe and DOC. Source: Analysis of Preparations Containing LSD (N,N-Diethyl-d-Lysergamide) by Robert J. Martin and Thomas G. Alexander in Journal of the A.O.A.C, vol. 50, no. 6, 1967).

You can use an already confirmed sample for reference – if both compounds show up at the same height on the TLC “card” that indicates they can be the same substance.

You can use any substance for reference after establishing their relation – if substance X shows up twice as high on the same testing “card” as substance Y, you can expect them to keep that ratio.

TLC Cocaine Purity Test potency scale

Reference adjusted from 66% pure cocaine with coffeine and ethenzamide. Due to UV-C light photo might not display correctly.

TLC MDMA Purity Test potency scale

Reference results ranging from 10% up to 100%, adjusted from lab confirmed pure MDMA hydrochloride sample

How to test quality of LSD?

Semi-quantitative TLC:

TLC helps estimate quantity (potency). The bigger the size of the detected spot, the bigger the amount of measured substance. Note that different substances need different calibrated rulers and often different testing liquids (eluents).

One spot indicates a pure substance. If your sample fully dissolved in testing liquid and only one spot was detected on TLC then your substance is pure. Trace amounts of impurities might not be detected, do not rely on TLC for fentanyl testing – get also fentanyl test strips

In case of LSD semi-quantitative analysis with TLC might be difficult. We recommend Hofmann reagent to gauge the amount of LSD. Read more here: How to test LSD potency?

How to use TLC purity tests?

Watch how to test LSD with TLC:

Pair with a reagent test kit to identify substances. Use both kits separately.

Watch how to test LSD with TLC:

Pair with a reagent test kit to identify substances. Use both kits separately.

Questions?

What is Full TLC Purity Test Kit for?

Full TLC Purity Test Kit includes best testing liquid and accessories for cannabinoids, cocaine, MDMA 2C-B but also suitable for ketamine, meth/amphetamine, opioids, phenethylamines, tryptamines and more. It is used to discover full ingredients and amount (%) of CBD, THC, MDMA, cocaine or 2C-B, DMT, LSD, ketamine, meth/amphetamine, heroin and to rule out caines, caffeine, cathinones, levamisol, PMA/PMMA or different, less predictable, less desirable, highly toxic dangerous drugs. Additional multi-reagent test kit is required to identify ingredients and increase analysis precision.

TLC purity test kits can detect NUMBER and AMOUNT of substances, but not their TYPE. Pair TLC test kit with reagent test kit to indentify ingredients. Reagents alone detect mixtures only if adulterant causes a darker color change than the expected substance.
What is included in Full TLC Purity Test Kit?

Full TLC Purity Test Kit includes instructions, gloves, 4 vials, 5 testing “cards”, jar, pipette, testing liquid (40 ml), 20 glass tubes, UV-C flashlight (4 AA batteries required, not included) and % rulers for CBD, THC, cocaine and MDMA. Each 1 “card”, 4 glass tubes and 4 ml of testing liquid equal 4 tests. Testing “card” can be reused untill fully used. Glass and metal protect testing liquid from air and moisture to ensure prolonged shelf life. High-quality caps and lid guarantee 0 spills.

TLC purity test kit for MDMA includes 3 testing liquid for MDMA, MDA, 2C-B, DXM, DMT, LSD, ketamine, caines, cannabinoids, caffeine, codeine, mCPP, meth/amphetamine, metoclopramide, paracetamol and other. It is best to use this test kit for cystals, powders, pills or plants.
How to use Full TLC Purity Test Kit?

GET ALL TOOLS

First, prepare a clean and well lit testing surfach. Get your sample, spatula, gloves, plastic vial, testing liquid, pipette, pencil, glass tube, wrapped esting cards, jar and UV-C flashlight. Next, carefully holding a testing “card” by only top edges mark 4 dots 1 cm apart from card’s bottom, sides and each other.

PREPARE SAMPLE

If testing a pill, powder or crystal, crush it finely. Weigh sample in a plastic vial and dissolve in testing liquid (or other solvent) using ratios mentioned in the booklet. Shake to dissolve. To big or too small sample can cause an inconclusive result.

ADD 1 MICROLITER TO CARD

In case of sediment wait a minute for it to fall down. Under strong light submerge end of glass tube to fill it with dissolved sample. Gently touch one of the marked dots on Testing Card to discharge sample and mark the spot with pencil.

INSERT CARD INTO JAR

Add 2 ml of testing liquid inside jar and carefully, paying attention to not touch the white side of Testing Card with sample, insert it inside jar. Close the jar and observe for about 25 minutes, until Testing Card almost fully soaks – but not any longer. Remove Testing Card from jar, wait for it to dry.

COMPARE RESULTS

Use UV-C flashlight to reveal results. Spots on Testing Card revealed by UV-C light circle using pencil. Each spot indicates a separate substance. TLC purity test kits can detect NUMBER and AMOUNT of substances, but not their TYPE. Pair TLC test kit with reagent test kit to indentify ingredients. Reagents alone detect mixtures only if adulterant causes a darker color change than the expected substance.

To reuse Testing Card do not apply reagent tests on it.
How to interpret results?
How to handle TLC tests?

Testing liquids contain toxic and/or corrosive chemicals, strong enough to burn skin and clothing. Keep out of eyes and mouth. Keep away from children and animals. Always use in a well-ventilated area. Wear gloves (supplied) when handling the bottle and cap. Wear protective eyewear. Never point towards face etc. If you get some on you/clothing, then immediately wash with lots of soap and water. Dispose of any unwanted reagent with running water, ventilate. Store away from heat in a cool, dark place. TLC tests do not expire if stored correctly.
What TLC testing liquids are available?
We recommend to get spare testing liquid to save on shipping.
Note: you can use any solvent to dissolve your sample, e.g. ethanol

Check which Testing Liquid is best for testing which substances:
- Primary Testing Liquid for – alkaloids, phenetylamines (amphetamine, MDMA, 2C-B, etc.), indolamines (LSD, DMT, etc.), tryptamines, derivatives and opiates
  
  e.g. 2C-B, DMT, LSD, heroin, DXM, MDMA, meth/amphetamine, mCPP, metoclopramide, codeine, caffeine, acetaminophen, procaine, ketamine
- Testing Liquid for Cocaine Purity Test – ketamine, cocaine, caffeine, levamisole, lidocaine, procaine, tetracaine, benzocaine, acetaminophen
- Testing Liquid for Cannabinoid Test – for testing all natural cannabinoids and cannabis products
What is each colorimetric reagent test for?
Full TLC Purity Test Kit is best paired with Full Reagent Test Kit, recommended for 800+ substances.
- Cannabis (4-AP) – main test for THC / CBD, helps rule out synthetic cannabinoids
- Ehrlich – main test for all indoles, e.g. lysergamides and tryptamines but also 5-HTP and more, secondary test for cocaine
- Hofmann – main test for lysergamides and tryptamines, more precise but slower than Ehrlich
- Froehde – main test for most powders, secondary test for ketamine and amphetamines, long shelf life
- Liebermann – main test for most powders, secondary test for cocaine (detects levamisole)
- Marquis – main test for most powders, secondary test for ketamine, mephedrone and psychedelics
- Mecke – main test for most powders, secondary test for cocaine, ketamine and mephedrone
- Morris – main test for cathinones, cocaine and ketamine, can tell apart some novel dissociatives
- Robadope – main test for primary amines, e.g. MDA, amphetamine or PMA
- Simon – main test for secondary amines, e.g. MDMA, meth, mephedrone, methylone or PMMA
- Zimmermann / Beam – main test for cathinones and benzodiazepines in geneal, detects also CBD
Fentanyl Test Strip to detect fentanyl, even if it is mixed in another substance.

Reagents can indicate PRESENCE, but not QUANTITY. Adulterants can be detected with reagents only if they cause a darker color change than the expected substance. To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.
How to detect fentanyl?

Use fentanyl test strips (a fentanyl test kit)

METHOD 1

If testing a benzo/opioid pill, crush one in a plastic baggie and dump out the powder. Then add 10 drops of water into the baggie and mix well. Dip the test strip no higher than the thick line. Wait 15 seconds. Put the strip away and check in 5 minutes.

METHOD 2

Mix 100 mg of sample in 200 ml of water. Dip the test strip no higher than the thick line. Wait 15 seconds. Put the strip away and check in 5 minutes.

COMPARE RESULTS

1 line = fentanyl, 2 lines = no fentanyl. Faint lines also count. Ignore fentanyl tester results after 5 minutes.

To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.
More questions?

How to test LSD for fentanyl?

Use fentanyl test strips (a fentanyl test kit)

METHOD 1

If testing a blotter or gel tab put it in a plastic baggie. If testing a pill crush it in the baggy and dump out the powder. Then add 10 drops of water into the baggie and mix well. Dip the test strip no higher than the thick line. Wait 15 seconds. Put the strip away and check in 5 minutes.

METHOD 2

Mix 100 mg of sample in 200 ml of water. Dip the test strip no higher than the thick line. Wait 15 seconds. Put the strip away and check in 5 minutes.

COMPARE RESULTS

1 line = fentanyl, 2 lines = no fentanyl. Faint lines also count. Ignore fentanyl tester results after 5 minutes.

To detect all ingredients and estimate their amount pair reagents with a TLC purity test kit.

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GUIDE How to test LSD?

LSD tester

DMT Test Kit (1 test)

Recommended LSD testing kits

STEP ONE How to identify LSD?

How to use reagent tests?

Watch how to test LSD with reagents:

Watch how to test LSD with reagents:

LSD test results chart:

LSD reagent test chart

What are LSD test kit reagents used for?

LSD test kit results

How to test LSD gel tabs?

How to detect NBOMe?

Questions?

STEP TWO How to test LSD purity %?

How to test quality of LSD?

Qualitative TLC:

TLC Cocaine Purity Test potency scale

TLC MDMA Purity Test potency scale

How to test quality of LSD?

Semi-quantitative TLC:

How to use TLC purity tests?

Watch how to test LSD with TLC:

Watch how to test LSD with TLC:

Questions?

How to test LSD for fentanyl?

Use fentanyl test strips (a fentanyl test kit)

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