2C-T-2

2C-T-2
Chemical Nomenclature
Common names	2C-T-2, Rosy
Substitutive name	4-Ethylthio-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine
Systematic name	[[systematic name::2-[4-(Ethylthio)-2,5-dimethoxyphenyl]ethanamine]]
Class Membership
Psychoactive class	Psychedelic
Chemical class	Phenethylamine
Routes of Administration
WARNING: Always start with lower doses due to differences between individual body weight, tolerance, metabolism, and personal sensitivity. See responsible use section. ⇣ Oral Dosage Threshold 3 mg Light 5 - 10 mg Common 10 - 20 mg Strong 20 - 30 mg Heavy 25 - 30 mg + Duration Total 6 - 10 hours Onset 30 - 60 minutes Peak 2.5 - 5 hours Offset 2 - 4 hours After effects 2 - 6 hours ⇣ Insufflated Dosage Threshold 1 mg Light 5 - 10 mg Common 10 - 20 mg Strong 20 - 25 mg Heavy 25+ mg Duration Total 3 - 7 hours Onset 5 - 15 minutes Peak 2 - 4 hours Offset 1 - 2 hours After effects 2 - 4 hours DISCLAIMER: PW's dosage information is gathered from users and resources for educational purposes only. It is not a recommendation and should be verified with other sources for accuracy.
Interactions

2C-T-2 (2,5-dimethoxy-4-ethylthiophenethylamine) is a psychedelic phenethylamine of the 2C-x family. It was first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin in his book PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story. This particular substance is part of the so-called "magical half-dozen" which refers to Shulgin's self-rated most important phenethylamine compounds, all of which except mescaline he developed and synthesized himself. They are found within the first book of PIHKAL, and are as follows: Mescaline, DOM, 2C-B, 2C-E, 2C-T-2 and 2C-T-7.

2C-T-7 is a highly dose sensitive psychedelic known for its strong visuals and very intense body load. Many reports also indicate that the physical effects are too severe for those with prexisting physical conditions, as it is known to cause very intense nausea and cramping in high doses.

Chemistry

General formula of phenethylamine molecule.

Pharmacology

Main article: Serotonergic psychedelic

The mechanism of action that produces 2C-T-2’s hallucinogenic and entheogenic effects has not been established in scientific literature, however its primary psychedelic effects is more than likely a result from action as a 5-HT2A serotonin receptor agonist in the brain, a mechanism of action shared by many other psychedelic phenylethylamine and tryptamine psychedelic.

Athough no established scientific experiments have been preformed to establish MAO-A inbihition of 2C-T-2, phenethylamine derivatives substituted with an alkylthio group at the 4 position such as 2C-T-7, 4-MTA, and the 2,5-desmethoxy derivative of 2C-T-7 are known to act as selective monoamine oxidase A inhibitors, this substance may likewise have MAOI effects.

Subjective effects

The effects listed below are based upon the subjective effects index and personal experiences of PsychonautWiki contributors. The listed effects will rarely if ever occur all at once but heavier dosages will increase the chances and are more likely to induce a full range of effects.

Physical effects

The physical effects of 2C-T-2 can be broken down into six components all of which progressively intensify proportional to dosage. These are described below and generally include:

• Spontaneous tactile sensations - The body high of 2C-T-2 can be described as very intense and uncomfortable in comparison to 2C-E or 2C-B, in high doses its capable of causing painful cramping. It is similar yet distinct from the body high experienced on 2C-T-7 but is considered much more unpleasant. The sensation itself can be described as intense and will manifest itself in the form of a continuously shifting tingling sensation that travels up and down the body in spontaneous waves, as accompanied by painful stomach cramping and vasoconstriction.
• Stimulation - In terms of its effects on the physical energy levels of the tripper 2C-T-7 is usually considered to be very energetic and stimulating in a fashion that is quite comparable to that of other phenethylamines such as 2C-B, 2C-E and 2C-P.
• Bodily control enhancement - Although this component is capable of manifesting itself in a distinct and noticeable fashion for most users it does not generally seem to be as apparent or intense as the same component found within LSD and 2C-B.
• Tactile enhancement
• Nausea - Extreme nausea is commonly reported when consumed in moderate to high dosages and either passes once the tripper has vomited or gradually fades by itself as the peak sets in, but can be described as very painful and violent in comparison to 2C-T-7 or 2C-E.
• Temperature regulation loss

Cognitive effects

The head space of 2C-T-2 is described by many as one which is both insightful and relatively normal in its thought processes even at moderate to high dosages.

The total sum of these cognitive components regardless of the setting generally includes:

• Current mind state enhancement
• Thought acceleration
• Feelings of fascination, importance and awe
• Time distortion
• Analysis enhancement
• Personal bias suppression
• Conceptual thinking
• Ego suppression, loss and death
• Thought loops
• Feelings of interdependent opposites
• Delusions
• Unity and interconnectedness

Visual effects

Enhancements

2C-T-2 presents a full and complete array of possible visual enhancements which generally includes:

• Visual acuity enhancement
• Colour enhancement
• Pattern recognition enhancement

Distortions

2C-T-2 presents a full and complete array of possible visual distortions which generally includes:

• Drifting (Melting, Flowing, Breathing and morphing) - In comparison to other psychedelics, this effect can be described as highly detailed, slow and smooth in motion, static in their appearance and extremely realistic in style but with a subtle digital/cartoonish form.
• Tracers
• After images
• Symmetrical texture repetition
• Colour shifting
• Scenery slicing

Geometry

The visual geometry that is present throughout this trip can be described as more similar in appearance to that of 4-AcO-DMT or Ayahuasca than that of LSD, 2C-B or 2C-I. They can be comprehensively described as structured in their organization, organic in geometric style, intricate in complexity, large in size, fast and smooth in motion, colourful in scheme, glossy in colour, sharp in their edges and equally rounded and angular in their corners. They give off a contradictory natural and synthetic feel with slightly more mystical and shamanic undertones to them in comparison to other phenethylamines. At higher dosages they are equally likely to result in states of Level 8A visual geometry or Level 8B. There seems to be visual geometry that is extremely similar to 2C-E and 2C-P and can be described as equal in intensity or complexity and equal in proportion to the accompanying cognitive and physical effects.

Hallucinatory states

2C-T-2 produces a full range of high level hallucinatory states in a fashion that is more consistent and reproducible than that of many other commonly used psychedelics. This holds particularly true in comparison to other substances within the phenethylamine family. These effects include:

• External hallucinations
• Internal hallucinations - In comparison to other psychedelics such as LSD, 2C-T-2 is very high in hallucinations embedded within visual geometry. This particular effect commonly contains hallucinations with scenarios, settings, concepts and autonomous entity contact. They are more common within dark environments and can be described as internal in their manifestation, lucid in believability, interactive in style and almost exclusively of religious, spiritual, mystical or a transcendental nature in their overall theme.

Auditory effects

The auditory effects of 2C-T-2 are more common in their occurrence than many more commonly used psychedelics and exhibit a full range of effects which commonly includes:

• Enhancements
• Distortions
• Hallucinations

Toxicity and harm potential

Lethal Dosage

The toxicity and long term health effects of recreational 2C-T-2 use do not seem to have been studied in any scientific context and the exact toxic dosage is unknown. This is because 2C-T-7 is a research chemical with very little history of human usage. Anecdotal evidence from people who have tried 2C-T-2 within the psychedelic community suggests that there are no negative health effects attributed to simply trying this drug at low to moderate doses or using it very sparingly (but nothing can be completely guaranteed).

There is no current data for the LD₅₀ of 2C-T-7, but it is thought to be high.

Tolerance and Addiction Potential

2C-T-2 does not seem to be physically addictive and many users experience a self-regulating quality, especially due to the physical manifestations of its effects. There seems to be a tolerance build up when used consecutively multiple days in a row which requires one to double their dosage each time to achieve the same effects.

Interactions

If 2C-T-2 does have MAOI effects, this could indicate that 2C-T-2 is more likely to induce serotonin syndrome, especially at high dosages, than other serotonergic hallucinogens. This may make it dangerous to combine with certain substances such as MDMA, AMT, Ayahuasca or any substance which releases neurotransmitters such serotonin or those with similar pharmocological effects.

Legal issues

• USA

2C-T-2 is a Schedule 1 drug in the USA, making it illegal to possess, manafacture, or import.

• Australia

2C-T-2 is illegal in Australia as of 2005.

• Belgium

2C-T-2 was added to the list of illegal psychotropic substances on Nov 8, 2004.

• Brazil

2C-T-2 is illegal in brazil as of Feb 18, 2014.

• Denmark

2C-T-2 was added to category B of the controlled substances list on August 23, 2003. .

• E.U.

EU Council published an order on Dec 6 2003, asking all member states to control 2C-I, 2C-T-2, 2C-T-7, and TMA-2. Germany List I / Highest level of control, unable to be prescribed, manufactured, or possessed as of Oct 7, 1998.

• Italy

2C-T-2 was added to the "Tabella 1" in a Jan 11, 2005 Ministry of Health statement.

• Japan

2C-T-2 is controlled as a "Designated Substance" (Shitei-Yakubutsu) by the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law, making it illegal to possess or sell

• Netherlands

Classified as an unregistered pharmaceutical as of April 12, 1999. Unlicensed manufacture, sale, import, trade and possession of this substance can be prosecuted.

See also

• 2C-T-2
• 2C-E
• 2C-B
• 2C-T-7 (Wikipedia)
• 2C-T-7 (Erowid)