Empathogens
6-APB (Benzofury)
Street names: Benzofury, 6-APB, Benzo Fury
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Benzofuran empathogen — MDA/MDMA-like: euphoria, empathy, stimulation; 6–8 h
⚠Key risks
- Serotonin release + MAO-B activity — serotonin syndrome risk, especially with antidepressants or MDMA
- Cardiovascular strain; overheating
- The 'benzofury' brand has covered many compounds — content varies batch to batch
- Redose compulsion
✚Overdose signs
- Overheating
- Racing heart
- Agitation, clonus (serotonin syndrome)
Category comparison — Empathogens
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-APB (Benzofury) | Class B UK; analogue US; controlled EU | Serotonin release + MAO-B activity — serotonin syndrome risk, especially with antidepressants or MDMA; Cardiovascular strain; overheating | ~$15–$40/g or $10–$25 per pellet |
| MDMA | Schedule I | Overheating + dehydration (or fatal water intoxication); Serotonin depletion — multi-day comedown | ~$10–$40 per pill |
| Molly (MDMA powder) | Schedule I | 'Molly' is a marketing term, not a guarantee — half of seized 'Molly' contains other drugs; Overheating, serotonin syndrome with antidepressants | ~$30–$80 per gram |
| XTC Pills (ecstasy tablets) | Schedule I | High-dose pills (200–300+ mg) cause severe toxicity; PMA/PMMA masquerading as ecstasy has killed many users (slow onset → double-dosing) | ~$10–$40 per pill |
| 5-APB | Class B | Serotonin release + MAOI-like properties → serotonin syndrome risk; Long duration complicates dosing | ~$15–$40 per gram or ~$5–$15 per pellet |
| Kanna (Sceletium tortuosum) | Unregulated supplement | SSRI-class activity — DANGEROUS with antidepressants (serotonin syndrome); No regulation of extracts | $15–$40 powder |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does 6-APB (Benzofury) look like?
Brown/tan powder or pellets; succinate or hydrochloride salt
What are the signs of a 6-APB (Benzofury) overdose?
Overheating; Racing heart; Agitation, clonus (serotonin syndrome) Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Serotonin release + MAO-B activity — serotonin syndrome risk, especially with antidepressants or MDMA Dependence can develop with regular use.