What is ‘Cat’s Claw’ and why is Tennessee law enforcement warning public about it containing illegal compound?

What is ‘Cat’s Claw’ and why is Tennessee law enforcement warning public about it containing illegal compound?

TBI said it is seeing an increase in products marketed as Cat’s Claw that actually contain MGM-15, which is a compound made from kratom.

TBI warns of increase in ‘Cat’s Claw’ products containing illegal kratom

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation warns about mislabeled “Cat’s Claw” products containing kratom, an illegal substance in Tennessee linked to fatal overdoses. Consumers and retailers should verify the contents and not trust the product name alone. Substance abuse support is available through the TN REDLINE.

TBI warns Tennesseans of 'Cat's Claw' drug

The products are labeled as "Cat's Claw" and contain MGM-15, which is a compound made from Kratom, according to the TBI.