City of Independence Approves Kratom and 7-OH Ordinance

Independence approves kratom restrictions, approves 60-day deadline

The Independence City Council has approved new restrictions on kratom products. The ordinance bans the sale of certain highly concentrated kratom derivatives (7-OH) and limits standard kratom products to people 21 and older. City leaders say the focus is on chemically processed versions of kratom that can have strong, opioid-like effects.

City of Independence approves Kratom and 7-OH ordinance

The ordinance would prohibit the sale of certain Kratom products and restrict the sale of Kratom products to people 21 years of age or older.