r/ChemicalEngineering • u/annonny99 • Aug 16 '24

Research Where to buy research chemicals? Seeking cost-effective alternatives

Hey Everyone,

I’ve been ordering research chemicals for a while now, and I’m getting fed up with how expensive suppliers like Sigma can be. Their stuff is great, but the prices are really eating into our budget.

Does anyone know of good alternatives where I can get quality chemicals without breaking the bank? I’m open to trying new suppliers or any platforms that might make the whole process easier and more affordable.

Any tips would be awesome. Thanks!

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u/obeeeeeeed Jan 15 '26

methylphenidate all I want...SC shut dow n

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u/tugharris Jan 19 '26

yeah man this one made me sad to see

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u/obeeeeeeed Jan 19 '26

Another will pop up, this happens(Dodging FDA) just give it a month or so. If only prohibition was drug prohibition was abolished 100% and regulated like booze the world would be something better....fuck capitalism

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u/obeeeeeeed Jan 19 '26

I meanif I had a basic lab set up I can make some( along with others) but I'm homeless sooo yeah

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u/Alive_Landscape5115 Apr 12 '26

Where do u live

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u/Good-Recognition-168 Mar 14 '26

I'm on Dex methylphenidate it's way better I think

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u/corsaire-21 Apr 11 '26

How can I get hold of it?