Massachusetts MGM-16 Ban (2026): In Force

Ban in force

As of October 31, 2026, MGM-16 is banned from retail sale in Massachusetts, effective August 28, 2026. The ban comes from federal scheduling, which takes precedence over state law.

Verified October 31, 2026. Full determination, citations and verbatim law: Is MGM-16 legal in Massachusetts?

When does the Massachusetts MGM-16 ban take effect?

The Massachusetts MGM-16 ban is already in force (effective August 28, 2026); no further effective date is pending.

Watchnotice of intent by the DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration), applies to every seller

active October 14, 2026
DEA notice of intent to issue a new temporary order keeping MGM-15 and MGM-16 in Schedule I without a threshold
Federal · Notice of intent · DEA-1644; FR Doc. 2026-20942 · DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) · applies to every seller
DEA will issue a fresh two-year temporary order for MGM-15 and MGM-16 (no threshold) so they are separated from the thresholded pseudoindoxyl rule; the August 26, 2026 order stays in force until the new order publishes or expires August 26, 2028.

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