Kratom Legalities
Is Kratom Legal?
According to the DEA Kratom is not controlled under the Controlled Substances Act; however, there are some states that have regulations or prohibitions against the possession and use of kratom. Similar to Kava, The FDA has not approved Kratom for medical use.
Laws have banned kratom use in several U.S. states or counties; however, kratom is not currently regulated at the Federal level.
States that have banned Kratom include:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- California: Kratom is legal in California, except in San Diego.
- Florida: Kratom is legal in Florida, except in Sarasota County.
- Illinois: Kratom is legal in Illinois, except in Jerseyville.
- Indiana
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
- Wisconsin
The possession of kratom leaves has been illegal in Thailand since 1943.