California legal term
Chemical reagent in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Chemical reagent” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Chemical reagent” mean in California criminal law?
“Chemical reagent” means a chemical that reacts chemically with one or more precursors, but does not become part of the finished product. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11107)
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