Legal status in Germany
Authorized Novel Food in the EU. Legally sold in Germany as a food supplement up to 300 mg/day for adults (excluding pregnancy and lactation).
Approval and regulatory body
Authorized Novel Food. No drug authorization needed because NR is a food supplement, not a medicinal product.
Scheduling
Not listed in BtMG. Not listed in DmMV.
Doping (WADA) status
WADA prohibited list 2026: not listed. See the official WADA Prohibited List.
Prescription reality
None required. Available OTC.
Compounding pharmacy nuance
Not applicable.
Research-use legal basis
Standard food supplement law. Sellers must comply with EU Food Information to Consumers Regulation (LMIV) and the specifications in the authorizing implementing regulation.
Import & customs in Germany
Free movement of authorized supplements within the EU. No customs friction.
Non-EU personal import
Standard supplement import rules. Personal-quantity imports from non-EU sources are generally unhindered, subject to standard de minimis rules and customs duties.
Research import
Permitted standard.
Typical seizure outcome
Not typical. NR is not a target of customs enforcement.
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Market reality on the ground
Pharmacy availability: Available in Apotheken, Drogerien (DM, Rossmann), health food retailers, and online platforms. Tru Niagen (ChromaDex) is the most recognized brand. Several white-label products available.
Telehealth pathway: Not applicable.
Domestic research-chem sellers: Not applicable — sold as a regular supplement.
Underground use: None — fully legal mainstream supplement. Frequently discussed in German longevity and anti-aging communities.
| Source | Indicative price (NR) |
|---|---|
| EU research-grade vendor | €40–€80 per month for 300 mg/day dosing |
| US imported (before seizure risk) | Similar pricing for Tru Niagen via international shipping |
Prices are observational ranges as of May 8, 2026, not endorsements. We do not link to research-chemical sellers.
Where DOSED stands on this
NR sold in Germany carries a "research chemical, not for human consumption" label for a reason. The compound has no marketing authorization, no clinical trials registered, and no Apotheken pathway. The label is not marketing — it is the legal status. We do not provide dosing protocols, route-of-administration guidance, or vendor referrals. We do not make medical claims about safety or efficacy. We catalog the regulatory reality so you can make informed decisions, then point you to a licensed physician for any health decision that involves your body.
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Frequently asked questions
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Sources & data verification
Last updated May 8, 2026. Reviewed every 3 months.
- Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/16 (checked 2026-05-08)
- Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/1160 (checked 2026-05-08)
- EU Novel Food Regulation 2015/2283 (checked 2026-05-08)
- WADA Prohibited List 2026 (checked 2026-05-08)