In a major move, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has officially announced an emergency scheduling action that places 7-hydroxymitragynine (7OH) products into Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substances Act. This means that the production, sale, and possession of 7OH products are now prohibited nationwide.
Unlike natural Kratom, 7OH is an isolated, highly concentrated alkaloid derived synthetically or manipulated from Kratom to be many times more potent than traditional leaf or powdered Kratom. Its intense effects and potential for misuse raised red flags among regulators.
Why We Support This Move
At Kraken Kratom, we believe this decision is the right step for consumer safety and the long-term legitimacy of the Kratom industry. We have never sold 7OH products because they are inconsistent with our commitment to natural, responsibly sourced Kratom.
This ban underscores what we’ve long advocated: a clear distinction between natural Kratom products and dangerous synthetic derivatives. Regulating products like 7OH helps protect consumers while drawing a critical line between responsible Kratom use and unsafe alterations.
Our Concern: What’s Next?
While we agree with the prohibition of 7OH, we are cautious about potential regulatory overreach. HHS’s move raises questions about whether natural Kratom extracts could face unnecessary scrutiny despite their safer profile and long history of traditional use.
This is why advocacy remains critical: we must push for science-based regulation that protects access to natural Kratom while eliminating dangerous synthetics.
Our Natural Kratom Extracts
Kraken Kratom proudly offers a range of 100% natural Kratom extracts, derived solely from leaf or powdered Kratom. These products vary in concentration but remain true to the natural plant—rigorously lab-tested for purity, quality, and safety.
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Take Action: Stay Informed and Advocate
The fight for responsible Kratom regulation is ongoing. Here’s how you can help:
- Support advocacy groups like the American Kratom Association.
- Stay informed by subscribing to our mailing list.
- Shop safe, natural Kratom from trusted vendors who prioritize testing and transparency.
