Kratom product regulation.
What changed between versions
Added the word 'delivers' to the list of prohibited actions, closing a potential loophole regarding product delivery methods.
Expanded mandatory label warnings to include a specific statement about potential interactions with medications, drugs, and controlled substances.
Created a new prohibition against manufacturing, packaging, or distributing kratom products containing synthesized or semi-synthesized alkaloids to anyone under 21.
Refined the definition of 'synthesized alkaloid' to explicitly include biosynthetic means like fermentation and enzymatic techniques, while clarifying that traditional food preparation methods do not count as synthesis.
Added a new subsection (iv) to the penalties section, establishing specific misdemeanor charges for violations involving synthesized alkaloids or high levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine sold to minors.
