Is kratom legal in Kentucky?
As of Oct 7, 2026, kratom is legal, but 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is scheduled or restricted in Kentucky (902 KAR 55:015 (eff. 2026-03-12)). Minimum age: 21. 7-OH: 7-OH above 400 ppm on a dry weight basis is Schedule I. 2 changes in 2026: 7-OH above 400 ppm added to Schedule I by regulation; HB 757 (2026 revenue omnibus, Acts ch. 161; line-item vetoes overridden 2026-04-14) amends KRS 217.2202 to prohibit all kratom sales.
21+ only. Kratom is not approved by the FDA for any medical use, and nothing here is medical advice. This is a summary of the law, not legal advice; local rules can be stricter.
Kratom law in Kentucky
Every row links to the statute, rule or bill it comes from.
| Status | Legal; 7-OH restricted |
|---|---|
| Law | 902 KAR 55:015 (eff. 2026-03-12) Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Law | KRS 217.2202 (effective until 2027-07-01) Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Law | KRS 217.2202 (effective 2027-07-01, as amended by 2026 Ky. Acts ch. 161 / HB 757) Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Minimum age | 21 |
| 7-OH limit | 7-OH above 400 ppm on a dry weight basis is Schedule I |
| Labelling | ingredients, mitragynine/7-OH amounts, serving size, servings, distributor address, precautions, disclaimer |
Kentucky and its neighbours
Kratom's legal status in every state; select one to compare.
- Legal, no state law (7)
- Legal, regulated (21)
- 7-OH restricted (4)
- Banned (7)
- Being confirmed (12)
What changed in 2026
Buying online in Kentucky
Partner retailers, from their own no-ship lists. Retailers can be stricter than the law.
- Kratom Country (partner): ships to Kentucky
- Super Speciosa (partner): ships to Kentucky
Partner retailers: we have a business relationship with these retailers, and they're listed only where they say they ship.
Common questions
Is kratom legal in Kentucky?
As of Oct 7, 2026, kratom is legal, but 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is scheduled or restricted in Kentucky, under 902 KAR 55:015 (eff. 2026-03-12).
How old do you have to be to buy kratom in Kentucky?
21, per 902 KAR 55:015 (eff. 2026-03-12).
Is 7-OH legal in Kentucky?
Kentucky's rule: 7-OH above 400 ppm on a dry weight basis is Schedule I.
Can you buy kratom online in Kentucky?
Kratom Country and Super Speciosa list Kentucky as a state they ship to. Retailers set their own no-ship lists, so check at checkout.
Sources
- 7-OH above 400 ppm added to Schedule I by regulation. — apps.legislature.ky.gov
- KRS 217.2202 (effective until 2027-07-01)
- HB 757 (2026 revenue omnibus, Acts ch. 161; line-item vetoes overridden 2026-04-14) amends KRS 217.2202 to prohibit all kratom sales. — apps.legislature.ky.gov
- LAPPA, Kratom: Summary of State Laws (January 2026)