#### 17D Authorisation of use etc of Schedule 9 substances for research and similar purposes 17D Authorisation of use etc of Schedule 9 substances for research and similar purposes > > (1) The Secretary may, by order in writing, authorise a specified person or class of persons to manufacture, possess, use or supply a specified Schedule 9 substance (not being a prohibited drug within the meaning of the [Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1985-226)) for medical or scientific research, analytical, teaching or training purposes or for industrial or commercial purposes. > > > (2) The authorisation may be given unconditionally or subject to conditions. > > **s 17D:** Ins 2013 No 70, Sch 2 \[5\].

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