Virginia law restricts the sale of ephedrine and related compounds, limiting purchase quantities, requiring ID verification, and maintaining detailed records. These measures aim to prevent misuse for methamphetamine production. Retailers must follow specific display, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements to comply with the law.
The law limits sales to no more than 3.6 grams per day and 9 grams per 30 days per customer, based on the amount of base ephedrine or related compounds.
Ephedrine products must be kept behind a store counter or in a locked case requiring employee assistance for access.
Purchasers must present a valid photo ID issued by a government or educational institution before taking possession of the product.
Stores must maintain a written or electronic log with purchaser details, product info, and transaction date and time, and report sales through an electronic system unless exempted.