Facts
Dillian Whyte ("participant") appeals against the decision of the UK Anti-Doping Organization (UKAD) who charged him for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. The athlete provided an in-competition sample which showed the presence of methylhexaneamine (MHA). MHA is a prohibited substance listed under S6.b (specified stimulants) of the WADA 2012 prohibited list. The participant took a supplement called Jack3d which contains MHA.
Considerations panel:
It is accepted by the UKAD that the participant has shown how the prohibited substance entered his body.
A reduction for the period of ineligibility for no significant fault or negligence doesn't compute because the participant failed to take all reasonable precautions before deciding to use a nutrional supplement.
On August 28th 2012 the Medicine and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency removed Jack3d containing MHA from the UK Market.
Decision
The appeal is dismissed. The period of ineligibility imposed is 2 years from October 13, 2012.
The appellant has no further right to appeal under the rules, the decision can be challenged by the International Federation or the WADA.
