3CMC vs 3MMC: what's the difference?

What is 3-CMC?

3 CMC is a research chemical, which belongs to the synthetic cathinones. 3CMC is also popularly called 'meow' and is also known as 3-Chloromethcathinone or Clophedrone. This RC is considered the successor to 3MMC after it became illegal in 2021. From 12 September 2023, 3-CMC will also be banned in the Netherlands. 3 CMC was examined by swallowing or sniffing and was available in powder form, pellets and capsules.

Effects 3 CMC

Little research has been done on the effects of 3CMC, but online experience reports show that researchers experienced the following effects of 3-CMC:

• Increased sex drive
• Higher self-assurance
• Sense of talking
• Euphoric feelings
• More energy
• Not afraid anymore
• Greater appreciation of music
• Feeling connected socially

Duration of action and dosage

How long the effects of 3-CMC last depends on how the drug is examined. When snorting the RC, the effects can last up to two hours, with the comedown lasting up to six hours. When taken orally, the effects of 3 CMC can last for 2 to 4 hours with a comedown of 6 to 12 hours. The correct dosage of 3 CMC is approximately 1.5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight.

What is 3-MMC?

3MMC is a research chemical, which falls under the synthetic cathinones. 3 MMC was also known as "puss" because it comes from the Qat plant. In addition, the RC was known as 3-methylmethcathinone, 3-MeMMC, 3-mephedrone, 3-methyl-N-methylcathinone. The RC has an uplifting effect and is a variation of 4MMC and 4-MEC. Since October 2021, 3MMC has been banned in the Netherlands. In short, producing, trading and possessing this designer drug is illegal. 3-MMC came on the market in powder and crystal form, but was also sporadically offered in capsules.

Experiences with 3 MMC

So what did subjects experience after taking 3MMC? These are the effects of 3-MMC that emerged in online studies:

• Euphoric feelings
• Cheerfulness
• Excitement
• Less inhibitions
• Less anxious
• More self-confident
• Less tired
• Less hungry
• Increased libido

Proper dosage and duration of action

How long this RC works depends on how it is studied. When taken orally, the effects last for about 4 to 6 hours. When taken nasally, the effects last for 2 to 4 hours. The correct dosage also depends on the method of administration. When swallowed, a dose of 75-250 mg is considered desirable and when snorted, a dose of 25-75 mg at a time.

3CMC vs 3MMC

3CMC and 3MMC both belong to the class of synthetic cathinones. Their effects are therefore quite similar and so is the chemical structure of the RCs. However, a subtle difference in effect can be seen. 3 CMC is more often more stimulating than euphoric. 3-CMC also has a shorter duration of action than 3-MMC. As a result, people are more likely to top up on 3 CMC and thus the craving is greater with this substance.