Purple Simons test result

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I hope someone can help me with a simons test that results in purple? Thank you all

 

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If simons test gives a blue/purple reaction it indicates that the compound is a "secondary amine", so usually a methyl group on the amine.

This suggests MDMA, methamphetamine or PMMA.

As always, it's essential to test with more than one reagent.

 

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Yep, the takeaway message here is that using the simons reagent on its own tells you nothing of use.