7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)

-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is a potent, opioid-like chemical found in the Southeast Asian kratom plant (Mitragyna speciosa). While it occurs naturally in small amounts in the plant, concentrated versions of 7-OH have emerged as a significant public health

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In recent years, the rise of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) — one of the most potent alkaloids found in kratom — has raised serious concerns across New York State. While kratom is often marketed as a “natural” supplement, research shows that 7-OH has powerful opioid-like effects, leading to dependence, withdrawal, and even overdose when misused.

Why Accessibility Is a Public Health Issue

New York lawmakers are beginning to respond to this growing threat. In 2025, Senate Bill S7379 was introduced, proposing to add kratom to the list of Schedule I controlled substances under state law...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today is taking a bold step to protect Americans from dangerous, illegal opioids by recommending a scheduling action to control certain 7-hydroxymitragynine (also known as 7-OH) products under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The FDA is specifically...

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