World Health Organization’s Review of Coca Leaves Could Have Ripple Effect for Natural Products
The World Health Organization’s review of coca leaves could mark a turning point for natural products worldwide. Supported by Bolivia and Colombia, the review challenges...
World Health Organization’s Review of Coca Leaves Could Have Ripple Effect for Natural Products
The World Health Organization’s review of coca leaves could mark a turning point for natural products worldwide. Supported by Bolivia and Colombia, the review challenges...
Kratom Regulation at the Local Level - October 2025 Update
Kratom regulations continue to evolve across the U.S., with local governments taking the lead in the absence of federal consistency. This October 2025 update covers...
Top Researcher Makes the Case for Kratom to Millions on “The Huberman Lab” Podcast
Dr. Christopher McCurdy appeared on Andrew Huberman’s popular Huberman Lab podcast to discuss kratom science, responsible use, and the push for better regulation. In front...
Florida Adds 7-Hydroxymitragynine to Schedule I Under Emergency Rule Law
Florida has enacted an emergency rule adding 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) to Schedule I, following FDA guidance. While natural kratom remains legal, the move targets enhanced products...
Ohio Sizes Up Kratom Restrictions and Regulations Amidst Pushback from Advocates
Ohio lawmakers and Toledo city officials are weighing new restrictions on kratom amid strong pushback from advocates. While Gov. DeWine and local health leaders cite...
New York Passes Kratom Age-Restriction as First Step Toward Regulation
New York lawmakers approved the state’s first kratom law, setting a 21+ age restriction but leaving broader regulation unresolved. While an attempted kratom ban failed,...
FDA Announces Intent to Add 7-Hydroxymitragynine to Schedule I
The FDA has announced plans to classify synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine as a Schedule I substance, separating it from natural kratom products. This move targets unsafe, enhanced...
AHPA Policy Warns Against Labeling 7-Hydroxymitragynine as Kratom
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has issued guidance discouraging the labeling of synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine products as kratom. Backed by scientists and researchers, the policy...
FDA Targets 7-Hydroxymitragyine in String of Warning Letters to Producers
The FDA has issued warning letters to companies selling products with elevated 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), marking a shift toward science-backed kratom regulation. This move underscores the...
Rhode Island Becomes First State to Flip Kratom Ban
In a historic shift, Rhode Island becomes the first state to reverse its kratom ban. The newly passed Rhode Island Kratom Act establishes strict regulations—including...