The landscape of illicit substances is constantly shifting, but few names carry as much weight—or as much confusion—as “China White.” To the uninitiated, it sounds like a premium grade of a well-known narcotic. To those in the medical and harm-reduction communities in countries like the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and Australia, it represents a […]
Introduction to China White Heroin China White heroin has become one of the most notorious terms in the modern opioid crisis. Originally referring to a high-purity, white powder form of heroin originating from Southeast Asia (particularly regions associated with Chinese trafficking networks in the mid-20th century), the name has evolved dramatically. Today, it most commonly […]