Florida First to Ban Potent Kratom Compound 7-OH

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has officially banned the sale of “7-hydroxymitragynine”, known as 7-OH, across the state. By classifying it as a Schedule I controlled substance, Uthmeier has made Florida the first state in the nation to prohibit this potent kratom-derived compound. The decision comes in the wake of growing health concerns and aligns with a recent FDA recommendation to enforce the ban nationwide.

Why This Ban Matters

The move is significant because 7-OH—a highly concentrated byproduct of the kratom plant—acts similarly to opioids and has been referred to by researchers as “legal morphine”. While some users claim kratom can be a natural pain reliever or mood enhancer, health experts warn that certain kratom concentrates pose serious risks.