How to Use the Chemist in Schedule 1: A Complete Guide to Automating Your Drug Empire
In Schedule 1, the Chemist is your key to scaling up production and raking in cash without breaking a sweat. This addictive drug empire simulator—launched on Steam March 24, 2025—lets you mix and sell everything from weed to meth, but doing it all manually gets old fast. That’s where the Schedule 1 Chemist comes in, automating your operation so you can focus on growing your empire. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to unlock, set up, and use the Chemist to maximize profits, step by step. Let’s dive into this Schedule 1 Chemist guide and turn your setup into a money-making machine!
Why You Need the Chemist in Schedule 1
Cooking meth or mixing recipes like “Shattered Dreams” (Meth + Chili + Battery Acid) by hand takes time—time you could spend expanding your business. The Chemist handles the grunt work, running your Chemistry Station, Lab Oven, and Mixing Station for just $300 a day. With the right setup, she’ll churn out high-value products while you sit back and count the cash. Ready to get started? Here’s how to use the Chemist in Schedule 1.
Step 1: Gather Supplies for the Chemist
Before your Chemist can cook, you’ll need the right materials and equipment. Here’s what to grab:
Pseudoephedrine (Pseudo)
Head to Shirley Watts, a key supplier in Westville. When she messages you, reply to set up a meet. At the rendezvous (usually after 6:00 PM), buy as much pseudo as you can—it’s the backbone of meth production. Stock up; it’s $50-$60 per batch.
Battery Acid and Red Phosphorus
Visit the Warehouse, east of downtown Hyland Point (zoom in on the map—it’s the big building). After 6:00 PM, find vendor Oscar inside. He sells Battery Acid ($5) and Red Phosphorus ($5)—essential for cooking meth.
Equipment: Chemistry Station and Lab Oven
Buy one Chemistry Station ($500) and one Lab Oven ($500) from Ray’s Real Estate or other vendors. These are non-negotiable for meth production.
Pro tip: Shirley’s stash is often in the Warehouse in my game, but check yours—it might vary.
Step 2: Set Up Your Chemist’s Workspace
Back at your base, placement is everything. Here’s how to arrange it:
Position the Gear: Place the Chemistry Station and Lab Oven close together so the Chemist can access both easily.
Add Storage: Set up a storage unit nearby with Pseudoephedrine, Battery Acid, and Red Phosphorus. This keeps her supplied without interruptions.
Assign a Bed: Pull out your clipboard, interact with the Chemist, and assign her a bed onsite (like other employees). She won’t work without $300 daily in the briefcase on her bed—pay up!
Step 3: Assign the Chemist’s Tasks
With the setup ready, it’s time to put your Schedule 1 Chemist to work. Use your clipboard to assign her to three stations:
Chemistry Station: She’ll cook the base meth here.
Lab Oven: She’ll refine it into finished product.
Mixing Station: She’ll blend additives (e.g., Chili) for recipes like “Shattered Dreams.”
As long as the storage has the product (meth) and additives, she’ll mix them automatically.
Step 4: Manage the Production Line
You can fine-tune the process with your clipboard for max efficiency:
Chemistry Station:
Click “Manage Chemistry Station,” pick a recipe (e.g., basic Meth), and set the Lab Oven as the destination for the cooked product.
Lab Oven:
Interact with it, choose where the refined meth goes—send it to storage nearby.
Mixing Station:
Manage it with your clipboard, set the threshold to 10 (max batch size), and pick a destination—either another storage or straight to the Packing Station if you’ve got a Packer.
Without a Handler, you’ll need to manually move products between stations. (I’ll cover Handlers in my next guide!)
How the Chemist Boosts Your Schedule 1 Empire
A fully operational Chemist can produce meth worth $200-$250 per batch (like “Shattered Dreams”) for a $130-$180 profit, all while you’re off selling or buying properties. At $300 daily, she pays for herself in two batches. Pair her with a Handler and Packer, and you’ve got a hands-off operation pumping out cash 24/7.
Tips to Master the Schedule 1 Chemist
Stockpile Supplies: Buy extra Pseudoephedrine from Shirley—running out stalls production.
Time Your Visits: Hit the Warehouse after 6:00 PM to catch Oscar.
Upgrade Later: Once you’ve got cash, add a Mixing Station for complex recipes like “Top-Tier Meth” ($353).
Final Thoughts: Automate and Dominate
Mastering the Schedule 1 Chemist is your shortcut to automating your drug empire. From sourcing Pseudoephedrine with Shirley Watts to setting up your Chemistry Station and Lab Oven, this guide has you covered. Whether you’re cooking basic meth or aiming for high-end mixes, the Chemist keeps the profits rolling. Got questions about using the Chemist in Schedule 1? Drop them below—let’s build your empire together!
