LSD diluted in liquid is a 'preparation', 'admixture' or 'other substance' within s 4 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW), and the full weight of the liquid is included in calculating the quantity of LSD for the purposes of traffickable and large commercial quantity thresholds. Where evidence is admitted that cardboard impregnated with LSD is swallowed by users, the cardboard also falls within s 4 and its weight is included. The question whether cardboard LSD tabs that are placed under the tongue and then spat out fall within s 4 remains open.
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