Florida Statewide Crackdown on Kratom

BREAKING: Statewide Crackdown on Kratom.

Florida Sheriff T.K. Waters, Attorney General James Uthmeier, and Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Commissioner Wilton Simpson spoke Thursday morning to discuss the results of a statewide crackdown on kratom.

Last month, the Attorney General issued an emergency rule outlawing the sale of products made with kratom. Kratom is a plant with the chemical compound 7-OH. Companies have been creating ‘wellness products’ like extracts, shots, powders, or capsules with concentrated amounts of 7-OH. These products are often sold at gas stations, smoke shops, and convenience stores. Some products are marketed directly to young consumers.

Let us be clear: 7-OH is dangerous. It can lead to addiction, overdose, and serious health concerns, especially in kids, teens, and young adults. The Florida Department of Health reported an increase in emergency room visits and adverse health incidents linked to kratom, particularly among young people.