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…
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…
Thailand Invests in 33 Kratom Research Projects to Boost Global Herbal Market
Bangkok, Thailand — In a striking reversal of decades-old drug policy, Thailand has positioned itself at the forefront of a global kratom renaissance. Once criminalized and vilified, the indigenous plant…
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…
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,…
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…
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,…
Czech Republic Poised to Make Groundbreaking Kratom Policy Changes
The Czech Republic faced a unique challenge: minors were consuming kratom purchased from vending machines. Instead of banning kratom, the national drug policy coordinator, Jindrich Voboril, advocated for regulation. In…