4-AcO-MiPT
4-AcO-MiPT is a synthetic psychedelic of the tryptamine class.1 It is the acetylated form of 4-HO-MiPT and a higher homolog of 4-AcO-DMT, commonly hypothesized to act primarily as a prodrug for its hydroxylated counterpart, though whether it possesses innate activity of its own remains debated. Very little is known about its human pharmacology or toxicity. It remains relatively uncommon, with minimal history of human use, and is primarily acquired through online research chemical vendors.
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Dosage & Duration
Dosage
Duration
Subjective Effects
Effects vary widely by individual, dose, and context.
Physical
Cognitive
The cognitive effects of 4-AcO-MiPT are described by many as extremely relaxing, profound and stoning in style when compared to other commonly used psychedelics such as LSD or 2C-B which tend to be energetic and stimulating.
Visual
Geometry
The visual geometry that is present throughout this trip can be described as more similar in appearance to that of Psilocin, Ayahuasca and 2C-E than LSD or 2C-B. It can be comprehensively described through its variations as intricate in complexity, abstract in form, organic in style, structured in organization, brightly lit and multicoloured in scheme, glossy in shading, soft in edges, large in size, slow in speed, smooth in motion, rounded in corners, unimmersive in depth and consistent in intensity. The visuals have a very 'natural' feel to them and at higher dosages are significantly more likely to result in states of Level 8B visual geometry over Level 8A.
Hallucinatory States
4-AcO-MiPT and its various other forms produce a full range of high level hallucinatory states in a fashion that is more consistent and reproducible than that of many other commonly used psychedelics.
Auditory
The auditory effects of 4-AcO-MiPT are common in their occurrence and exhibit a full range of effects.
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Pharmacology
Pharmacodynamics
4-AcO-MiPT is thought to act principally as a partial agonist at the serotonin 5-HT2A receptor, with its psychedelic effects believed to stem from this interaction. It is commonly hypothesized to also function as a prodrug for 4-HO-MiPT, its hydroxylated counterpart, although whether 4-AcO-MiPT possesses innate activity of its own remains debated.2 Very little information on the human pharmacology of this substance is currently available.
Pharmacokinetics
4-AcO-MiPT may be metabolized into 4-HO-MiPT in the body, analogous to the conversion of psilocybin into psilocin.2 Beyond this hypothesized deacetylation, specific details regarding the enzymes involved, bioavailability, or elimination half-life have not been characterized in published literature.
Dangerous
Highest riskThese combinations are considered extremely harmful and should always be avoided. Reactions to these drugs taken in combination are highly unpredictable and have a potential to cause death.
Unsafe
AvoidThere is considerable risk of physical harm when taking these combinations, they should be avoided where possible.
Caution
Use cautionThese combinations are not usually physically harmful, but may produce undesirable effects, such as physical discomfort or overstimulation. Extreme use may cause physical health issues. Synergistic effects may be unpredictable. Care should be taken when choosing to use this combination.
Tolerance
Serotonergic psychedelics
Harm Potential
History & Culture
4-AcO-MiPT is a synthetic psychedelic tryptamine2 that remains relatively obscure within the broader landscape of psychoactive substances. Unlike many classical psychedelics with decades of documented use, this compound has accumulated very little history of human…
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Legality
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References
Source Pages
Citations
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- Klein AK, Chatha M, Laskowski LJ, Anderson EI, Brandt SD, Chapman SJ, McCorvy JD, & Halberstadt AL. (2020-12-14). Investigation of the Structure–Activity Relationships of Psilocybin Analogues. ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science, 4(2), 533–542. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsptsci.0c001761234
- Johnson MW, Richards WA, & Griffiths RR. (2008). Human hallucinogen research: guidelines for safety. Journal of Psychopharmacology, 22(6), 603–620. https://doi.org/10.1177/02698811080935871
- Nichols DE. (2016). Psychedelics. Pharmacological Reviews, 68(2), 264–355. https://doi.org/10.1124/pr.115.0114781
- Drug Enforcement Administration Special Testing and Research Laboratory. (2020-10-29). 4-Acetoxy-N-methyl-N-isopropyltryptamine. SWGDRUG, 1–4. https://www.swgdrug.org/Monographs/4-acetoxy-MIPT.pdf1
- (2020). Anlage NpSG — Indol-3-alkylamines (non-official English translation). Bundesministerium für Gesundheit. https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/fileadmin/Dateien/3_Downloads/Gesetze_und_Verordnungen/GuV/N/NpSG_englisch.pdf1
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- (2015). 新たに指定された指定薬物の名称 [Names of newly designated specified drugs] — Attachment to MHLW press release 2015-03-25. 厚生労働省 [Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)]. https://www.mhlw.go.jp/content/11126000/001620212.pdf1
- (2005). Förordning (1999:58) om förbud mot vissa hälsofarliga varor [consolidated, incorporating SFS 2005:733]. Sveriges riksdag [Swedish Parliament]. https://www.riksdagen.se/sv/dokument-och-lagar/dokument/svensk-forfattningssamling/forordning-199958-om-forbud-mot-vissa_sfs-1999-58/1
- (1971). Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, Schedule 2, Part I: Class A Drugs. UK Government (legislation.gov.uk). https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/38/schedule/2/part/I1
- (January 2026). Orange Book: List of Controlled Substances and Regulated Chemicals (January 2026). U.S. Department of Justice: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA): Diversion Control Division. https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/schedules/orangebook/orangebook.pdf1
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