Medi-Physics, Inc., which does business as GE Healthcare, has submitted an application to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to become an importer of specific controlled substances. The company intends to import small amounts of Ioflupane, which is an analogue of Cocaine, for research and development purposes, as the required form is unavailable in the U.S. Anyone wishing to comment or request a hearing on this application must do so by February 11, 2021. The DEA's approval will depend on compliance with specific regulatory standards.
Simple Explanation
Medi-Physics, Inc., also known as GE Healthcare, wants to bring a special kind of medicine ingredient, related to Cocaine, from outside the U.S. because they can't get it here. They need it to work on how to make and check their products properly, and people can share their thoughts or concerns about this until February 11, 2021.