Cannabinoids
K2 / Spice (Synthetic Cannabinoids)
Street names: Spice, K2, Synthetic weed, Scooby Snax, Mojo, Kronic
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⚡What it does
- Cannabis-like high but FAR stronger and unpredictable
- Sedation, euphoria, or extreme anxiety
⚠Key risks
- NOTHING like weed: full-agonist synthetics bind 100× harder than THC
- SEIZURES, catatonic states, kidney failure, heart attacks documented
- Acute psychosis — violent agitation, self-harm
- The 'zombie' outbreaks — users in catatonic states on sidewalks
- Formula constantly changes to skirt laws — each new compound less tested
- Laced with other drugs in some seizures (brodifacoum rat poison caused 'Spice bleeding' outbreak)
✚Overdose signs
- Severe agitation, psychosis
- Seizures
- Racing heart, chest pain
- Catatonic unresponsiveness
- Vomiting, kidney pain
📋Quick facts
Also known asSpice, K2, Synthetic weed, Scooby Snax, Mojo, Kronic
CategoryCannabinoids
Schedule / classSchedule I (various compounds); perpetually shifting formulas
AppearanceHerbal material sprayed with synthetic cannabinoids — sold as 'incense', 'potpourri'; also vape carts and edibles
Street price$5–$20 per gram of 'herbal blend'; vapes $15–$40
Legal statusSpecific compounds Schedule I; blanket bans UK/EU; sellers evade by changing molecules
Last updated2026-09-17
Sources: DEA, EMCDDA, NIDA
Category comparison — Cannabinoids
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| K2 / Spice (Synthetic Cannabinoids) | Schedule I | NOTHING like weed: full-agonist synthetics bind 100× harder than THC; SEIZURES, catatonic states, kidney failure, heart attacks documented | $5–$20 per gram of 'herbal 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 |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does K2 / Spice (Synthetic Cannabinoids) look like?
Herbal material sprayed with synthetic cannabinoids — sold as 'incense', 'potpourri'; also vape carts and edibles
What are the signs of a K2 / Spice (Synthetic Cannabinoids) overdose?
Severe agitation, psychosis; Seizures; Racing heart, chest pain Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
NOTHING like weed: full-agonist synthetics bind 100× harder than THC Dependence can develop with regular use.