A key Florida committee has given approval to legislation that would provide statewide regulations for kratom.
The Florida Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee voted 8 to 1 yesterday to pass Senate Bill 1734, the Florida Kratom Consumer Protection Act. This legislation would establish clear regulations for the processing and sale of kratom in the state.
The bill establishes strict safety guidelines for kratom products in Florida to ensure consumer protection. It prohibits processors from adding any non-kratom substances, such as drugs or alcohol, and it sets limits on the levels of mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, preventing synthetic or artificially elevated concentrations of these active compounds.
The measure would require clear labeling, including a detailed list of ingredients, serving size recommendations, and warnings about potential effects. To further regulate the market, the bill prohibits the sale of kratom to individuals under 21 years old, and it mandates that all kratom processors be registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and hold the necessary state permits to manufacture and distribute their products legally.
With its passage in the Commerce and Tourism Committee, SB 1734 now moves to the Senate Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Appropriations Committee for further review.
