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What approvals do I need to work with controlled substances?

For conducting research on narcotic and non-narcotic controlled substances in Schedules II-IV, DEA form #225 (pdf) is submitted with the following information required:

1. Investigator - Name, address, institution, state license, and a qualifications statement including a curriculum vita with bibliography for each investigator in the research project.
    
2. Project - Title, statement of purpose, controlled substance name, amount needed, location of research, security statement and a technical description of the substance use.
    
3. Form #225A is used to renew this registration.

In addition to the Federal license, MCW researchers must obtain a State of Wisconsin Special Use Authorization permit.  Directions can be found at the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Checklist for Researchers (pdf).  Additional information is available at their web site Controlled Substances Special Use Authorization.