Cannabinoids

JWH-250

Street names: JWH250

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⚡What it does

Also known asJWH250

CategoryCannabinoids

Schedule / classSchedule I (US, 2011)

AppearanceWhite powder on plant material or in 'incense'

Street price~$5–$15 per gram of blend

Legal statusSchedule I (US); banned EU/UK/CA/AU

Last updated2026-09-12

Sources: DEA, EMCDDA

Substance	Class	Top risks	Street price
JWH-250	Schedule I	First-generation spice compound; contaminated batches caused outbreaks; Anxiety, tachycardia	~$5–$15 per gram of blend
4F-ADB	Schedule I	Associated with 'Spice zombies' — catatonia, seizures; Unpredictable potency sprayed unevenly	~$5–$20 per gram of 'herbal blend'
5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA	Schedule I	Multiple deaths linked to 5F-ADB (the compound behind early 'zombie spice' outbreaks); Seizures, kidney injury	~$5–$20 per gram of blend
NM-2201 (CBL-2201)	Analogue prosecutions	Little human data; Severe anxiety, seizures reported	~$5–$20 per gram of blend
Cannabis (Weed)	Schedule I	Anxiety, panic attacks, paranoia — especially high-THC strains and concentrates; Impaired memory, coordination and driving ability for hours	~$10–$20 per gram flower
Dronabinol (Marinol)	Schedule III	Marijuana-like impairment — driving, memory; Anxiety/paranoia at high doses	~$5–$20 per capsule

Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.

What does JWH-250 look like?

White powder on plant material or in 'incense'

What are the signs of a JWH-250 overdose?

Racing heart; Panic, paranoia; Vomiting Call emergency services immediately.

How addictive is it?

First-generation spice compound; contaminated batches caused outbreaks Dependence can develop with regular use.

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