### Question
How does the law define list II chemical?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 802*, **list II chemical** is defined as:

> a chemical (other than a list I chemical) specified by regulation of the Attorney General as a chemical that is used in manufacturing a controlled substance in violation of this subchapter, and such term includes (until otherwise specified by regulation of the Attorney General, as considered appropriate by the Attorney General or upon petition to the Attorney General by any person) the following chemicals:


(A) Acetic anhydride

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-MEAT INSPECTION > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part A-Introductory Provisions**

