Under HSC 482.002, what type of substance is involved in unlawful delivery or manufacture?

The focus of Health and Safety Code 482.002 is on simulated controlled substances, which are substances that are designed to mimic the effects of controlled substances, but may not be listed as such under current drug statutes. This law specifically targets the unlawful delivery or manufacturing of these substances, as they can have similar effects to illegal drugs without being categorized in the same way.

Simulated controlled substances can pose significant risks to public health and safety due to their potential for abuse and the lack of regulation associated with their production and distribution. This makes them a priority for legal scrutiny and enforcement.

In contrast, the other options refer to substances that are either legally classified and regulated, such as prescription substances and over-the-counter substances, or, while illicit, do not fall under the specific definition of simulated controlled substances that HSC 482.002 addresses.