Indonesia Embraces Regulated Kratom Exports Amid Rigid Domestic Drug Laws
JAKARTA — In a striking policy pivot, Indonesian officials have finally cleared the way for kratom exports under a series of new regulations—a move that comes at a time when…
Kratom’s Legal Status in the US: A Patchwork of Regulations
Across the pond in the United States, the legality of kratom, a tropical plant from Southeast Asia, is facing challenges. Different states are grappling with how to regulate this substance,…
Thai Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Cough Syrup Production Linked to Kratom Cocktails
Bangkok, Thailand – In a move highlighting the complexities of Thailand's evolving drug policies, authorities have raided multiple locations involved in the production and distribution of illegal cough syrup, an…
Thailand Approves Kratom Regulations Amid Global Cannabis Trend
In a significant move, the Thai Cabinet has approved two draft ministerial regulations concerning the import and export of kratom, marking a pivotal step in the country's approach to this…
Introduction to extracts
Extracts are concentrates obtained by extracting the alkaloids contained in Kratom leaves. They are produced by boiling the leaves to extract these alkaloids, then straining the liquid and reducing it…
Introduction to the different strains of kratom
Kratom or mitragyna speciosa is a plant native to Southeast Asia, and one of the best known and most used in traditional Asian natural medicine. A cousin of coffee, its…
Indonesian Governor Calls for Higher Kratom Prices for Farmers Amid New Export Regulations
JONGKONG KIRI HILIR, Indonesia – West Kalimantan Governor Sutarmidji is advocating for higher earnings for kratom farmers as new regulations reshape Indonesia’s kratom export landscape. Speaking to kratom farmers during…
Czech Senate Approves New Kratom Regulations in Historic Step Towards Balanced Drug Policy
The Czech Senate recently passed a significant bill concerning the regulation of psychomodulatory substances, including kratom and cannabis derivatives like HHC. This bill, approved on October 9, 2024, amends the…
FDA Study Reveals Kratom Capsules Are Well-Tolerated: Preliminary Findings
A preliminary report from an ongoing FDA clinical study has found that kratom capsules, even in very high doses over a short period, are well-tolerated by participants. This pilot study,…
Germany Moves Towards Potential Kratom Ban: What You Need to Know
Germany Considering Kratom BanThe European Kratom Association (EKA) has announced that Germany is considering a ban on kratom.The EKA released the following statement (translated from German), along with a petition…