Drug Identification

ADDICTION

What Color Is Pure Cocaine? Why Appearance Cannot Show Purity

DEA describes cocaine hydrochloride as a white crystalline powder, but color cannot prove purity. Learn why white, off-white or yellow appearance cannot identify cocaine concentration or fentanyl contamination.

ADDICTION

What Does PCP Look Like? Powder, Liquid, Wet and Street-Drug Identification

PCP may appear as powder, liquid or material applied to cigarettes or plant products. Learn what terms like wet and fry mean and why appearance cannot confirm PCP identity or purity.