Getting Started with Controlled Substances

Obtaining a license to use controlled substances is a relatively easy process, but it does take some time. You will need to get both a State of Michigan Controlled Substance Research License and a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Controlled Substance Researcher Registration. 

1. Obtain a State of Michigan license

Submit your State of Michigan Controlled Substance Research License first. You will need your State of Michigan Controlled Substance Research License number in order to get final approval from the DEA, so submit it first to get the process started.

State of Michigan Controlled Substance Research License

• Apply online at www.michigan.gov/miplus
• You will need the following supplemental information:
  • Credentials to conduct the proposed research
  • Protocol of the proposed research
  • List of controlled substances & doses to be used: Controlled Substance Schedules
  • Procedures for storage & security of drugs
  • List of other staff/persons involved
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance Research Lab Help Guide

Note: A separate application must be submitted to conduct research with Schedule I controlled substances.

 

2. Obtain a DEA Registration

You will need your State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Number to complete the DEA application.

Drug Enforcement Administration Controlled Substance Registration Application

• Complete the form for a New Applicant 
• Complete Form 225 for a research license- Cost $296; however employees of the university qualify for the fee exemption. Your department chair can serve as the certifying official.
• Controlled Substance Schedules
• You will need your State of Michigan license number to complete this application
• This application is only for Schedules II-V. A separate application is required to conduct research with Schedule I controlled substances.