Noun
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cathinone (countable and uncountable, plural cathinones)
(organic chemistry) The aromatic amine 2-amino-1-phenyl-1-propanone, the active ingredient of khat.
Germany In Germany, cathinone is listed as a "non-trafficable substance", which makes the possession, sale and purchase of fresh khat illegal. Source: Internet
Thus, harvesters transport khat by packaging the leaves and stems in plastic bags or wrapping them in banana leaves to preserve their moisture and keep the cathinone potent. Source: Internet
When the khat leaves are chewed, cathine and cathinone are released and absorbed through the mucous membranes of the mouth as well as the lining of the stomach. Source: Internet