Is Kratom Legal in New York?
Complete guide to kratom laws, regulations, and where to buy in New York.
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Kratom Legal Status in New York
New York does not classify kratom as a controlled substance. The plant and its primary alkaloids (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine) are not scheduled under state law. Adults 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and use kratom products in most of New York, but some counties now restrict local sales (see local laws below).
New York has not adopted a Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA), unlike states such as Florida and Georgia. However, the 2025-2026 legislative session produced several kratom laws and bills:
S4552A/A2340A and S8285/A5852A: Signed by Governor Hochul on December 22, 2025. S4552A prohibits selling kratom to anyone under 21 (fines up to $500 per violation). S8285 requires kratom products to carry a full ingredient list and a consumer warning.
S8925A/A9156B: This bill would prohibit selling “7-hydroxymitragynine products,” defined as products with 7-OH above 2% of total alkaloids or more than 1 mg per serving, with civil penalties enforced by the Attorney General. It passed the Senate 61-0 on June 2, 2026 and the Assembly on June 5, 2026. As of October 15, 2026, it had not been signed. If signed, it takes effect 90 days later. Natural kratom leaf products within those limits would not be affected.
A09443: This chapter amendment to the S8285 labeling law requires certain kratom products to include warning labels with disclosures about potential risks. It was signed into law as Chapter 12 in February 2026. This is a labeling requirement, not a ban or scheduling action.
A10969 — Titled the “Synthetic Kratom Kills Act,” this Assembly bill would prohibit harmful synthetic and adulterated kratom products, functioning similarly to a KCPA. A10969 was referred to the Assembly Health Committee on April 14, 2026 and did not advance before the 2026 session ended. If enacted, it would regulate — not ban — natural kratom products.
S09322 — This Senate bill would add 7-hydroxymitragynine (including its salts, isomers, and salts of isomers) to New York’s Schedule I controlled substance list. S09322 was referred to the Senate Health Committee in February 2026. If signed into law, this bill could effectively ban many kratom products that contain 7-hydroxymitragynine. It did not advance beyond committee referral in the 2026 session.
A10482 — This Assembly bill would prohibit the public display of kratom advertisements within a certain distance of schools. A10482 was referred to the Assembly Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee in March 2026 and did not advance in the 2026 session.
In a prior session, Senate Bill S6856 was introduced to add kratom to the state’s controlled substance list. That bill did not advance out of committee and did not receive a floor vote. It is important to note that the vast majority of introduced bills never pass — introduction does not indicate likely enactment. See the legislative tracker above for real-time status updates on all 2026 bills.
At the federal level, the kratom plant and mitragynine are not scheduled substances. However, the DEA temporarily placed the kratom-derived compounds mitragynine pseudoindoxyl, MGM-15 and MGM-16 in Schedule I effective August 26, 2026, and on October 14, 2026 it published a revised notice of intent to temporarily schedule 7-OH and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl above a concentration threshold, an order that can take effect on or after November 13, 2026. The FDA has not approved kratom for any specific use but has not moved to ban it. The DEA considered scheduling kratom in 2016 but withdrew that proposal after public comment. For a broader overview of kratom laws across the country, visit the kratom legality hub.
Age and Purchase Requirements
New York’s minimum age to purchase kratom is 21. Under S4552A, signed December 22, 2025, selling kratom to anyone under 21 is prohibited, with fines of up to $500 per violation. Buyers should expect to show ID in stores, and online sellers shipping to New York should verify that customers are 21 or older.
Under S8285 and its chapter amendment A09443, kratom products sold in New York must carry an ingredient list and warning labels. Consumers should look for products that comply with these labeling requirements.
New York City and Local Kratom Laws
Kratom is legal throughout all five boroughs of New York City — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. The NYC Department of Health has not enacted any regulations specifically targeting kratom, and state rules (21+ age limit and labeling) apply in the city.
Outside the city, several counties acted in 2026. Rensselaer County banned all kratom sales in September 2026 (fines of $500, then $1,000 per item). Albany County issued a temporary Health Department order banning the sale and distribution of kratom, effective around September 1, 2026. Dutchess County banned only concentrated and synthetic 7-OH products; natural kratom leaf remains legal there. Check your county’s rules before buying locally.
Where to Buy Kratom in New York
New York has a large and active kratom market. You can find kratom at smoke shops, specialty botanical stores, health food shops, and some bodegas throughout the state. Use our store locator to find kratom shops near you in New York.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for adults 21 and older. Since December 22, 2025, sales to anyone under 21 are prohibited (S4552A) and products must carry warning labels (S8285, amended by A09443). Kratom is not banned statewide, but Rensselaer County and Albany County have banned local sales, and Dutchess County bans concentrated and synthetic 7-OH products.
The main pending measure is S8925A/A9156B, a ban on products with 7-OH above 2% of total alkaloids or 1 mg per serving. It passed the Senate 61-0 on June 2, 2026 and the Assembly on June 5, 2026, but had not been signed as of October 15, 2026. A10969 (synthetic and adulterated products), S09322 (7-OH to Schedule I) and A10482 (advertising near schools) stayed in committee in 2026. A09443, a labeling chapter amendment, was signed in February 2026.
If signed into law, S09322 would add 7-hydroxymitragynine to New York’s Schedule I controlled substance list, which could effectively ban many kratom products containing that alkaloid. The bill was referred to the Senate Health Committee in February 2026 and did not advance in the 2026 session. A separate bill, S8925A/A9156B, which targets high-7-OH products rather than scheduling the alkaloid, passed both chambers in June 2026 and awaits the governor’s action.
21. Since December 22, 2025, New York law (S4552A) prohibits selling kratom to anyone under 21, with fines of up to $500 per violation.
No, New York has not passed a law called a KCPA. It has enacted some similar rules: a 21+ sales age (S4552A) and labeling requirements (S8285 and A09443). A10969, the Synthetic Kratom Kills Act, would have prohibited adulterated and synthetic kratom products but stayed in the Assembly Health Committee in 2026.
The legislative tracker at the top of this page provides real-time status updates on all active New York kratom bills. For additional detail, visit LegiScan’s New York page or our kratom legality hub.
Sources
A10969 — LegiScan
S09322 — LegiScan
A10482 — LegiScan
A09443 — LegiScan
S6856 — NY Senate (2023 session)
S8925A (7-OH product sales ban): NY Senate
Governor Hochul signs kratom age and labeling laws (Dec 22, 2025)
WAMC: Rensselaer County kratom ban (Sept 2026)
Federal Register: DEA notice of intent on 7-OH and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl (Oct 14, 2026)
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Kratom is not approved by the FDA for any wellness use. We do not make wellness claims about kratom. Laws can change — always verify current local, state, and federal regulations before purchasing or traveling with kratom. Last updated: October 2026.
Is 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine) legal in New York?
RESTRICTED
Legal at 21+. A 7-OH sales ban (S8925A: over 2% of alkaloids or 1 mg per serving) passed the Legislature in June 2026 and awaits the Governor.
Age, labeling, or local restrictions apply, but the state sets no 7-OH-specific concentration limit.
Federal status: 7-OH is not yet federally scheduled, but the DEA filed notices of intent on July 1, 2026 and a temporary Schedule I order is expected on or after August 5, 2026, effective the day it publishes. That will apply in New York regardless of state law.
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