Be aware

More and more illegal methamphetamine labs are being set up on public lands such as state forests, state parks and wildlife managements areas.

While out hunting, hiking, nature viewing, riding, or doing other outdoor activities, if you see what appears to be a methamphetamine lab, contact your local law enforcement agency or conservation officer immediately.

Minnesota Department of Health meth lab information

Items to watch for:

Signs of a methamphetamine lab include large quantities of common household products. Used as designed, these household products are generally safe. Mixed together, they can become explosive and/or give off toxic fumes.

Chemicals

Acetone

Alcohol (isopropyl or rubbing)

Common cold pills containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine

Drain cleaner (sulfuric acid)

Engine starter (ether)

Iodine

Heet/gasoline additives (methanol/alcohol)

Lithium batteries

Matches (red phosphorous)

Muriatic acid

Anhydrous ammonia

Red Devil lye

Salt (table or rock)

Sodium metal

Trichloroethane (gun cleaning solvent)

Toluene

Equipment

Aluminum foil

Blender

Bottles

Cheesecloth

Coffee filters

Funnels

Gas can

Hot plate

Jugs

Paper towels

Propane tank/thermos

Pyrex dishes

Rubber gloves/tubing

Strainer

Tape/clamps

Thermometer

(Page prepared with information provided by the Chisago County Sheriff’s office.)