Will kratom be legal in Europe in 2026? Analysis
The legal status of kratom in Europe remains heterogeneous and, in many cases, ambiguous. Unlike other substances regulated at the EU level, kratom is not subject to unified regulations within…
System Failure? How New Czech Kratom Rules Sparked a Crisis
Date: February 18, 2026 | Location: Prague In 2025, the Czech Republic became a global laboratory. While the rest of the world hesitated between total prohibition and unregulated chaos, the…
Kratom Safety: 2025 Study Finds Low Risk of Severe Harm When Used Alone
Beyond the Headlines: Science Supports a New Understanding of Kratom in Europe MADRID – Across Europe, a quiet wellness movement is growing. From artisans in Lisbon to office workers in…
FDA’s 7‑Hydroxymitragynine Crackdown Sparks US Kratom Panic — What Europe Needs to Know Before Copying the Policy
Investigative analysis of a US kratom panic and what it means for Europe The US is having a familiar moment: a targeted regulatory action collides with sensational headlines, and a…
Kratom Crossroads: The Rising Concern of Synthetic 7-OH and Regulatory Uncertainty in Europe
The Science Behind Kratom’s Alkaloids Kratom has been consumed for centuries for its stimulant and analgesic properties. The primary alkaloid in kratom, mitragynine (MG), is widely regarded as its most…
Sweden Shuts Down Loopholes, Banning Kratom Nationwide
In a decisive policy shift, Sweden has banned the import and sale of kratom, a Southeast Asian plant with psychoactive properties, effective March 11, 2025. The move tightens restrictions introduced…
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…
Ukraine’s Kratom Ban: Understanding the Decision, Background, and Future Impact
In a recent move, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has officially banned kratom, categorizing it as a narcotic substance alongside its primary alkaloid, mitragynine. This decision adds kratom to…
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,…