Is kratom legal in Texas?
As of Oct 7, 2026, kratom is legal and regulated by a state kratom law in Texas (Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 445.001–445.007 (enacted by S.B. 497, 88th Leg., as ch. 444; enrolled text)). Minimum age: 18. 7-OH: 7-OH no more than two percent of overall alkaloid composition; no synthetic alkaloids.
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 Texas
Every row links to the statute, rule or bill it comes from.
| Status | Legal, regulated |
|---|---|
| Law | Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 445.001–445.007 (enacted by S.B. 497, 88th Leg., as ch. 444; enrolled text) Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Law | Tex. Health & Safety Code § 445.004 (formerly § 444.004) — sale to minors Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Law | S.B. 497 effective date Checked Oct 7, 2026 |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| 7-OH limit | 7-OH no more than two percent of overall alkaloid composition; no synthetic alkaloids |
| Labelling | Use directions incl. recommended serving size |
Texas 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)
Buying online in Texas
Partner retailers, from their own no-ship lists. Retailers can be stricter than the law.
- Kratom Country (partner): ships to Texas
- Super Speciosa (partner): ships to Texas
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 Texas?
As of Oct 7, 2026, kratom is legal and regulated by a state kratom law in Texas, under Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 445.001–445.007 (enacted by S.B. 497, 88th Leg., as ch. 444; enrolled text).
How old do you have to be to buy kratom in Texas?
18, per Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 445.001–445.007 (enacted by S.B. 497, 88th Leg., as ch. 444; enrolled text).
Is 7-OH legal in Texas?
Texas's rule: 7-OH no more than two percent of overall alkaloid composition; no synthetic alkaloids.
Can you buy kratom online in Texas?
Kratom Country and Super Speciosa list Texas as a state they ship to. Retailers set their own no-ship lists, so check at checkout.