Is Kratom legal in United States?

Partly.

Kratom is restricted in United States. Updated October 2026.

Tourists

Tourist access to kratom in United States is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

Kratom is not federally scheduled in the U.S., but the FDA blocks imports and many states ban it.

The recorded ruling

Partly — Kratom is restricted in United States. This page is a structured ruling drawn only from recorded facts — status, limits, age, penalties, and dated sources — not legal advice.

Kratom is not federally scheduled in the U.S., but the FDA blocks imports and many states ban it.

Tourist access to kratom in United States is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

National status in United States varies by state or region. Open the place hub for sub-national pages where they exist.

Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.

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Frequently asked

Is Kratom legal in United States?+

Partly — Kratom is restricted in United States.

Is Kratom restricted everywhere in United States?+

The headline status is restricted, but the record flags sub-national variation in United States.

Can tourists use Kratom in United States?+

Tourist access to kratom in United States is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

When was this United States Kratom ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-19.

Can you fly with Kratom into United States?+

No. Kratom is restricted in United States; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.

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