DEA Schedules Synthetic 7-OH—Not Natural Kratom Leaf
Effective July 6, 2026
Crucially, the DEA's scheduling applies only to products containing concentrated, unnatural levels of 7-OH — NOT products that contain natural kratom leaf like feel free CLASSIC. Dried kratom leaf is a natural, whole-plant product harvested from the Southeast Asian tropical tree known as Mitragyna speciosa. Natural kratom leaf enjoys inherent consumer trust through centuries of safe use, commonly consumed in forms such as capsules, powders, teas, and liquid suspensions. Concentrated synthetic 7-OH products bear absolutely no resemblance to the natural kratom leaf products that are used by more than 23 million Americans.
Consumer Education
Both kava root and natural kratom leaf provide a range of benefits, but are often misunderstood. Our belief is that consumers have the right to understand what they are consuming. Botanic Tonics proudly supports research and education, upholds the highest quality standards, and advocates for consumer access while prioritizing safe consumption practices. By fostering a better understanding of these botanicals, we can empower consumers to make informed choices.
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Not All Kratom is Equal
There is a lot of misinformation about kratom stemming from the misconception that all kratom is the same. Natural kratom leaf, used for centuries in Southeast Asia, differs significantly from the extracts, concentrates, and isolates sold in the U.S. We are committed to providing consumers with the truth and replacing fiction with facts. At Botanic Tonics, we only use natural kratom leaf.
See the results of the FDA's own study on natural kratom leaf.
FDA StudyRead scientists’ statements on 7-OH and kratom products.
Kratom ScienceSupport for Kratom Regulation
Botanic Tonics fully supports the Global Kratom Coalition (GKC) and increased kratom regulations including:
- Clear definitions for natural kratom leaf vs. concentrated synthetics
- Banning synthesized kratom derivatives
- Preventing adulteration of kratom products
- Limiting 7OH content to 1%
- Implementing robust labeling standards
- Ensuring packaging has accurate serving measurements
- Requiring vendor and product registration
Kava Root Resources
While kava doesn't face the same regulatory issues as kratom, it is still often misunderstood. Respecting the history and understanding the proper consumption of this botanical is crucial as more people incorporate natural solutions into their lives..
Explore research papers on kava's health effects.
KAVA StudyRead recent kava research and industry news.
KAVA ResearchWHAT IS YERBA MATE?
Yerba mate, Ilex paraguariensis, is a species of holly native to South America.
Traditionally sipped from a gourd and shared among friends, yerba mate has been cherished for centuries in South America as an energizing, communal beverage.
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