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7.1 Drug Seizures 2015-2019
7.1 Drug Seizures 2015-2019
7.1 Drug Seizures 2015-2019
The conversion factors affect seizure totals of amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS), as a significant share of seizures of these d
from seizures of ATS tablets, drug seizures are mainly reported to UNODC by weight, and sometimes by volume. This includes
example, ATS in powder, crystalline or liquid form) as well as seizures of other drug types, such as heroin and cocaine. Moreov
reported by weight, and in some cases, the reported total aggregated weight possibly includes ATS seized in different forms. R
seizures, including adulterants and diluents, rather than the amount of controlled substance only. Moreover, given the availab
in individual countries are feasible in only a minority of cases, as they would require information on purity on a case by case ba
or a distribution. The bulk weight of tablets is easier to obtain and less variable.
To ensure the comparability of seizure totals across different years and countries, UNODC uses conversion factors for ATS tabl
than the amount of controlled substance. The factors used in this edition of the World Drug Report are based on available fore
on the region and the drug type, and also apply to other units which are presumed to represent a single consumption unit (do
region. The conversion factors remain subject to revision as the information available to UNODC improves.