Strong High Weak Laws | 7-OH ban, kratom regulation moves forward in Kansas City, Missouri

Committee advances proposed ban on 'gas station drugs' like kratom to full city council

A city council committee heard from dozens of residents Tuesday about a possible ban on the sale of synthetic drugs in Kansas City, Missouri.

Strong High Weak Laws | 7-OH ban, kratom regulation moves forward in Kansas City, Missouri

A total ban of synthetic 7-OH, a substance referred to as 'gas station heroin' by city leaders and medical experts, is moving forward in Kansas City, Missouri.

Gas Station Drugs Under Fire: The Growing Fight Over 7-OH

Colorful bottles, gummies, chewable tablets and flavored “shots” sold at gas stations and corner stores are drawing increased scrutiny from health officials — not because they are prescription drugs, but because they can act like powerful opioids while being sold with little oversight. Many of these products contain 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly known as 7-OH, a compound derived from kratom. Health officials in both Missouri and Kansas warn tha…