Apr 30, 2026 at 1:50 PM#6
PeptideElite has been added to the blacklist as an exit scam operation.
Based on's research, we are also retroactively linking PremiumPeptideCo and ResearchChemDirect to the same operator. All three are now blacklisted with cross-references.
Action items for affected members:
1. Document everything (screenshots, emails, payment receipts)
2. File reports with FTC, IC3, and your state AG
3. If you paid by credit card, initiate chargeback immediately
4. Join the Telegram group that created to coordinate (link in his profile)
Prevention going forward:
- Only buy from vendors on our vetted list
- ALWAYS use credit card for new vendors
- Be suspicious of discounts for non-reversible payment methods
- If a deal seems too good to be true, it is
23 18PharmHunterJen, TomTeleRx, DoseLogDan and 20 others
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Apr 30, 2026 at 2:44 PM#7
This happened to me with ResearchChemDirect last year. Lost $220. Reported to the FTC and never heard back. Filed with IC3 and never heard back. My bank denied the Zelle dispute.
The harsh reality is that unless law enforcement decides to make this a priority (they usually don't for individual losses under a few thousand), we're out of luck. The best we can do is warn others and make it harder for these people to find new victims.
That's why communities like this are so important. The blacklist IS our protection since the system isn't going to protect us.
22 17bri_stats, pete_manc_UK, anna.melb_AU and 19 others
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Apr 30, 2026 at 3:38 PM#8
Just want to share a positive update — I DID pay by credit card (Amex) and my chargeback was approved within 48 hours. Full refund of $275.
Amex was great about it. I provided:
- Screenshot of the dead website
- Proof of purchase email
- Evidence that no product was received
- Link to this thread showing it was a scam
If you paid by credit card, DO THE CHARGEBACK. Don't wait. The sooner you file, the better your chances.
21 16MASHdoc_SA, GenomicsKate, Dr.ObesityMed and 18 others
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Shop Reference StandardsApr 30, 2026 at 4:32 PM#9
I'm updating this thread as a record. Current count from our Telegram group: 27 confirmed victims, estimated total losses of $8,400+. Most paid via Zelle or CashApp.
We've collectively filed with:
- FTC (14 reports filed so far)
- IC3 (9 reports)
- Florida AG (since they claimed to be in Tampa)
- Better Business Bureau
Whether anything comes of it, at least there's a paper trail. If this person starts another vendor site, maybe the pattern of reports will help.
Lesson learned the most painful way: vet your vendors, use reversible payment methods, and don't trust a website just because it looks professional.
20 15TomFromTexas, mike.trainer_LA, sarah_nash92 and 17 others
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