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'''4-Acetoxy-N-ethyl-N-methyltryptamine''' (also known as '''4-AcO-MET''', '''Metacetin''', and '''Azomet''') is a lesser-known novel [[Psychoactive class::psychedelic]] substance of [[Chemical class::tryptamine]] class. Members of this group produce [[psilocybin mushroom|psilocybin]]-like [[psychedelic]] effects when [[routes of administration|administered]]. It is structurally related to psychedelic tryptamines like [[4-AcO-DMT]], [[4-AcO-DET]], and [[4-AcO-MiPT]].  
'''4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-ethyltryptamine''' (also known as '''4-AcO-MET''', '''Metacetin''', and '''Azomet''') is a lesser-known novel [[Psychoactive class::psychedelic]] substance of [[Chemical class::tryptamine]] class. Members of this group produce [[psilocybin mushroom|psilocybin]]-like [[psychedelic]] effects when [[routes of administration|administered]]. It is structurally related to psychedelic tryptamines like [[4-AcO-DMT]], [[4-AcO-DET]], and [[4-AcO-MiPT]].  


The substance is closely related in structure to [[4-HO-MET]], for which it is theorized to act as a [[prodrug]]. It is occasionally found in pressed pill which are sold on the streets in northern Switzerland under the name "Acomet" or "Azomet".{{citation needed}}
The substance is closely related in structure to [[4-HO-MET]], for which it is theorized to act as a [[prodrug]].


Very little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 4-AcO-MET, and it has little history of human usage. It is sold as a [[research chemical]] online. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction practices]] if using this substance.
Very little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 4-AcO-MET, and it has little history of human usage. It is sold as a [[research chemical]] online. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction practices]] if using this substance.