MDMA (Ecstasy) Reagent Test Kit

Instruction

NOTE: MDMA Test Kit can only test the PRESENCE, not PURITY or QUANTITY of a specific substance. Always test under a strong light and using the smallest possible sample. Never open more than 1 bottle at once, if you make a mistake you might contaminate the reagents and spoil them. If a few reactions are happening at once, only the darkest one of them will be visible.

TL;DR: Here is an image with a quick cheat sheet how to use the MDMA test kit, or check out more detailed guide on how to test MDMA further below.

How can I test MDMA?

BEFORE using an MDMA reagent test kit

• It’s RECOMMENDED to record the reaction to compare later

STEP ONE for testing MDMA pills / capsules / powder / crystals

• Take and finely crush a small piece, no bigger than a head of a needle – like this •.
• Put it on a suitable testing plate, preferably a spot test plate or the bottom/underside of a ceramic mug (example). *If using single-use vials insert the sample and observe, as the reagent is already within.
• Add one (or two) drops of Marquis reagent test (or other supplied) on the sample and wait for the results.
• Check reagent test results with instructions.

How to use an MDMA test kit?

• Check test results with Marquis test kit: if testing MDxx (MDMA, MDA or MDEA) the color of the reaction should be instant black. It can look brownish or purple for a few seconds before turning fully black.
• MDxx turn all the following reagent tests black: Marquis, Mecke, Mandelin, Liebermann and Froehde.
• To tell apart MDMA and MDA use Simon’s test kit, which turns navy blue with any secondary amine like MDMA, methamphetamine, PMMA or methylone or mephedrone (cathinones change color slower than the rest).

STEP TWO testing MDMA for adulterants

• To detect MDMA adulterants you can use test kits Robadope (for 2C-x, amphetamine, MDA or PMA) and Zimmermann (for a-PVP and 4-MMC derivatives). They react to primary amines and secondary and tertiary cathinones, but not to MDMA.

AFTER using an MDMA test kit

• OPTIONAL: Pour baking soda over a finished reaction to neutralize used reagents.
• Wash testing surface under running water.

FAQ

• Purple color. The usually referenced purple to black Marquis test kit color can often look more brownish. Pay attention to how instant was the color change to black, rather than to the exact initial hue.
• Fizzing. Any synthetic drug in a form of salt will bubble with most reagent tests, which are strong acids. If you see only fizzing instead of color change, that can indicate presence of a new psychoactive substance.
• Speed of the reaction does not indicate quantity nor purity. However, if you are having trouble interpreting your result try using a bigger sample or crushing it better before testing.
• How many tests can you get from one test kit? A multiple-use test kit lasts up to 100 (5 ml) or 200 (10 ml) tests. Each drop equals one test. A single use-test kit contains 2 disposable ampoules (2 tests).

All MDMA test results:

MDMA reagent test did not react as indicated? Watch out!
All test results are available in our instructions and TestDrugs app.

How to check if reagent for testing MDMA works?

• Test any substance and compare color reactions with instructions. It’s easiest to use aspirin – Marquis reagent reacts to it with a slow pink or orange color change.
• Keep a sample to compare later in case of doubt. If control sample reacts fine, it means the reagent still works.