UPDATE:Optim Research is no longer in operation. Here are my current approved sources.

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We all know that its hard to find trustworthy sources for research chemicals. I’ve recently been on a  quest to find the absolute best suppliers of SARMs and other testing supplies. And I couldn’t  ignore the constant requests I’ve gotten for reviews on specific brands. Optim Research Chemicals has been one of the most popular names brought up.

I have reached out to several companies to get products of theirs to do unbiased reviews on. And only a few companies have really delivered the goods.

I’m happy to tell you guys that Optim Research Chemicals did not disappoint!

Optim Research first started gaining a lot of attention last year when the Guerilla Chemist posted about their products on his social media. I for one certainly took notice as did the flood of people emailing about doing a review on them.

Optim Research provides pharma grade research chemicals for independent testing. Understand that the items mentioned are not intended for human consumption.

I sent Optim Research an email outlining my intentions to do a review of their products on the condition that they were of good quality. The owner of the company quickly reached out to me and agreed to send me some of their products to try.

Here’s the thing guys. If I’m gonna recommend something, I want to make damn sure that it’s of excellent quality because my reputation is on the line. The owner of Optim Research was very understanding my conditions for recommending a company in one of my reviews.  And he seemed extremely confident that I wouldn’t be disappointed.

A couple other things I told him I would need in order to do this was to have certificates of analysis on the products to show you guys. The certificates basically shows that a third party testing facility carried out testing to establish the purity of the compound.

So, without further ado, let’s get into this review…

Packaging and overall first impression

The research liquids came in very thick and durable glass bottles.  Each product’s label stated the name of the chemical in addition to the molecular formula identification name at the bottom of the label. Each product came with a tight plastic seal around the rubber dropper. The base of the rubber dropper screws on top of the bottles to act as a seal.

One thing at stood out immediately was the measurement markers printed on the glass of the dropper! This allows researchers to easily measure the amount they intend to use and I have not seen any other company use this. The markers are indicative of  fourths of a milliliter.

There are 20 drops in a milliliter so without markers you have to do a little bit of math based on the dosage that you want. This basically makes dosing a hell of a lot easier researchers.

The liquid that these chemicals were suspended in was very transparent and did not have any sediment  at the bottom. The sediment issue was a problem I encountered  with the Enhanced Chemicals brand.  However, I don’t believe that sediment  necessarily  correlates to a product being bunk.

The transparency in these products is the result of having compounds that are highly refined  with the upmost quality.  Like I said, these are  pharma grade research chemicals for serious testers.

ITEMS TESTED

Now, at the time of testing, my goals were aimed towards fat loss and  recomposition. I told the owner about the  goals and he personally selected the items to send me. I was very surprised at the multitude  of items that were sent for review.  So here are my personal thoughts on some of those items.

Tadalafil (Cialis)

This is one of my favorite compounds to research and I have  experience with several different companies.  However, I do not necessarily use it for the same reasons that you may think. This compound provides enhanced blood-flow everywhere , which result in dramatic pumps.

I dont know if previous brands that I used were under-dosed , but Optim Research is by far the most potent I have used thus far. I was so impressed with it that I actually got two bottles.

If you need to know more about the benefits of this compound then CLICK HERE to see my full article on it.

Full Spectrum CBD Oil

Optim’Researh Chemical’s CBD oil was the stand out item for me. This was the first experience I had using  CBD and I really didn’t  know what to expect.  I was blown away at the anti-inflammatory effects that this has! I been doing a really extensive rehab of a duplex that I recently purchased and its a complete rehab. two months of hanging endless amounts of drywall, installing flooring, and building the framework for walls has really taken a tole on my joints.

My elbows had been aching constantly, which has made bicep training  very uncomfortable.  This CBD completely eliminated my discomfort, while still busting my ass on the rental.  My joints felt lubed up and fresh after about a week and a half of use. My understanding is that this is like CBD version 2.0.

This isnt some cheap hemp oil that your gonna get at the local sex shop folks!

This  is pharma-grade cannabis oil that contains a huge array of canniboids and terpenes, which have been shown to  have amazing health benefits. Even though this product is not psychoactive(doesn’t get you high), the current legal status is in the gray area to say the least. So, I would certainly check to make sure its legal in your state beforehand.

Some of you may be wondering if this CBD oil contains any THC and the answer is ‘very little’.  CBD oils typically contain THC levels of only 0.3%.  The chances of someone pissing hot on a drug screening are unlikely.  I have read of people who take mega doses at 8 to 10 grams daily failing a drug screen. You might want to speak with your employers HR department beforehand if you are susceptible to taking a drug screen.

I purchased a $20 THC testing kit after a full week of using 1,000mg a day and the urine sample that I used did not test positive.

1, 4 Dimethylpentylamine

This is a central nervous system stimulant that was first  researched in the 1940s through a compound called Octodrine.  My research was performed at dosages between 100mg and 200mg. I found Optim’s 1,4 DMAA to be incredibly effective with no observed side effects.  My personal observations were that this works similar to caffeine without the crash but a more pronounced state of mental alertness.

MK-677

This is a growth hormone secretagogue that work similar to taking exogenous GH.  This compound works  by stimulating the hunger hormone known as Ghrelin. This means that a common side effect is increased levels of hunger, which could be a god send for hard-gainers.  this compound has also been shown to increase IGF-1 levels  without affecting cortisol levels.

My personal research resulted in an increase in lean body mass with no increase in body fat.  Water intake needs to be increased as well as lowering sodium levels due to temporary water retention. An over the counter water pill with dandelion root can also help  researches who want to mitigate this issue. I would suggest testing first thing in the morning in a fasted state because it can affect sleep.

I was very impressed with the quality and saw all the tale tale signs of high quality MK-677 such as tingly hands at night, increased hunger, and deeper sleep.

Certificate of analysis for MK-677

Cardarine and SR-9009

I’ve  used Cardarine and SR-9009 stacked together before with great success.  And this time was also a success. There is just something about these  compounds combined that create a synergistic fat melting powerhouse.  This is certainly the highest dosed SR-9009 that I’ve come across, coming in at a whopping 30mg! I felt great the whole time I was running these and had noticeable cardiovascular improvements.

Now,  I have read some data on cardarine being able to improve the immune system. While I don’t know if thats true or not, I find it to be an odd coincidence that my whole household got the flu, but I didn’t. It got so damn bad that I had to take my wife to the ER to get put on tamaflu but I stayed healthy as a horse. And I have never had a flu shot in my life. This could all be a lucky coincidence, but there could be something to this.

Certificate of analysis for Cardarine

Certificate of analysis for SR-9009

FINAL THOUGHTS

The quality in  this company is unquestionable and they offer many more products.  They offer things you aren’t going to find anywhere else, such as desoxy and ment!

Optim Reasearch Chemicals is also pioneering some compounds that are on the cutting edge. One of those items is GC-1 which I am extremely honored to be testing. And  I expect to publish a review on this in the next 2 or 3 week.