is kratom legal in the us?
Kratom - Legal Status and Law Kratom is illegal / banned in Australia, Finland, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand (these countries impose sever penalties for possession of the herb if arrested). Kratom is legal in most other countries, including the United States and all of Europe. The Legal status can and does change, so be sure the legality of kratom where you live before using it. A handful of people in Malaysia and possibly other countries are lobbying their governments to allow medical research into kratom as a potential prescription substance.