Another common solvent, γ-butyrolactone (GBL), is a precursor to γ-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), a common recreational club-drug known as “liquid ecstasy”.

When used as intended, officials said GBL is an industrial solvent that strips paint and rust. No arrests have been made in connection to the shipment. More from CBS News.

GBL is a chemical analog of gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), a highly addictive central nervous system depressant that poses potentially severe health consequences, including respiratory distress ...

GBL, the agency said, is a DEA Schedule 1 controlled substance. It was identified using a handheld elemental isotope analysis tool. When used properly, GBL is a solvent to remove paint and rust.

The body can naturally convert GBL into substance used as date-rape drug. The chemical found in the two shipments can work as an industrial solvent meant for stripping away paint and rust ...

The body can naturally convert GBL into substance used as date-rape drug. The chemical found in the two shipments can work as an industrial solvent meant for stripping away paint and rust ...

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Florida (WFTS) — Six gallons of a chemical solvent known as liquid ecstasy or “coma in a bottle” destined for Hillsborough County were Read More Skip to content ...

The body can naturally convert GBL into substance used as date-rape drug. The chemical found in the two shipments can work as an industrial solvent meant for stripping away paint and rust ...