Is Kratom Legal in Minnesota? 2026 Kratom Laws, 7-OH and Ban Update

Minnesota kratom laws in 2026 come down to one rule: age. Since 2018 the state has made it a crime to sell kratom to a minor, and on August 1, 2026 the line moved from 18 to 21. Lawmakers who wanted to go further introduced a bill to make kratom a Schedule II controlled substance, and it never received a vote. This Minnesota kratom ban update explains what is legal today, how 7-OH is treated, how the four neighboring states differ, and where to find free, confidential help in Minnesota if kratom has become hard to stop.

What Minnesota Kratom Law Says Right Now

As of October 2026, kratom is legal in Minnesota for adults 21 and older, and the only state kratom rule is Minnesota Statutes section 152.027, subdivision 7. That subdivision makes it a gross misdemeanor to sell any amount of kratom, or a substance containing mitragynine or 7-hydroxymitragynine, to a person under 21, and a misdemeanor for a person under 21 to possess it. Neither compound appears in the state’s controlled substance schedules in section 152.02, so adults commit no offense by buying or holding kratom.

Is 7-OH legal in Minnesota? Yes, for adults 21 and older. The age law names 7-hydroxymitragynine directly, so 7-OH tablets, shots, and gummies fall under the same 21 and older rule as kratom leaf, and state law sets no cap on 7-OH strength. The Minnesota Department of Health says the state does not otherwise regulate the sale or possession of kratom. Enforcement runs through police and prosecutors under the criminal code, as there is no licensing agency for kratom sellers. One note on sources: the Revisor of Statutes’ online page for section 152.027 still displayed the older “under the age of 18” wording when we reviewed it, with a history note pointing to the 2026 amendment. Chapter 63 is the law in force.

Minnesota Kratom Ban Update: What Passed and What Failed in 2026

Minnesota did not ban kratom in 2026; it raised the age. House File 3453, carried by Representative Jessica Hanson of Burnsville and Senator Alice Mann of Edina, passed the House 127 to 5 on April 20, 2026 and the Senate 56 to 10 on April 23. Governor Tim Walz signed it on May 5, 2026 as Session Laws chapter 63. The same two lawmakers also introduced House File 3452 and Senate File 3711, which would have classified kratom as a Schedule II controlled substance. Both were sent to committee on February 19, 2026 and went no further.

Minnesota Kratom Laws Compared: An Age Rule and Little Else

Minnesota regulates who can buy kratom but not what is in the product. Many states with kratom laws, often modeled on the Kratom Consumer Protection Act, add limits on 7-OH, seller licensing, or labels. The table shows where Minnesota stands against nearby examples.

Because Minnesota requires no testing or labels, a product’s alkaloid content may not match what the package says, and nothing in state law separates plain leaf from concentrated 7-OH. The Minnesota Department of Health notes that the Food and Drug Administration warned companies in July 2025 against adding concentrated 7-OH to foods and drinks.

Federal vs. Minnesota Kratom Law

Kratom is not scheduled under the federal Controlled Substances Act. The Drug Enforcement Administration proposed Schedule I in August 2016 and withdrew the plan that October. Federal attention has since moved to concentrated 7-OH. The Food and Drug Administration recommended scheduling 7-OH products in July 2025, and the Drug Enforcement Administration published a notice of intent on July 6, 2026 to place 7-OH above a set threshold in Schedule I. No final order had been published by early October 2026.

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The Health Picture Behind Minnesota’s Kratom Age Law

Kratom’s main alkaloids, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, act on the brain’s opioid receptors. People commonly report stimulant-like effects at lower amounts and opioid-like or sedating effects at higher ones. Regular use can lead to physical dependence and withdrawal, which the National Institute on Drug Abuse describes as usually mild to moderate. Concentrated 7-OH is a different matter: the Food and Drug Administration says it can be more potent than morphine. The Minnesota Department of Health lists seizures, liver toxicity, and substance use disorder among the risks, and issued a handout for clinicians on concentrated 7-OH products in August 2026. About 1.7 million Americans aged 12 and older used kratom in 2021, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

The new age limit means some people aged 18 to 20 lost legal access on August 1, 2026. People who stop suddenly can go into withdrawal, with restlessness, muscle aches, sweating, irritability, runny nose, stomach cramps, and poor sleep, often starting within 6 to 12 hours of the last use. Dependence is a health condition, not a moral failing, and tapering or stopping with medical support is safer than stopping abruptly and alone. Read more in our guide to opioid rehab and treatment, the closest clinical match for kratom dependence.

Free Minnesota Help & Government Resources

Free, confidential help for kratom and 7-OH dependence is available across Minnesota. The lines below cost nothing to call, and asking about treatment is a health matter, not a legal one.

Finding Treatment for Kratom Dependence in Minnesota

No medication is approved specifically for kratom dependence. Because kratom acts on opioid receptors, clinicians often draw on the approaches used for opioid use disorder, and published case reports describe buprenorphine being used for people dependent on kratom. The right level of care depends on how long and how much you have used, and whether other substances or mental health conditions are involved. Common paths include:

For higher-intensity needs, residential rehab provides a structured, substance-free setting, while sober living homes support the move back to daily life. Medical Assistance is Minnesota’s Medicaid program, and the Behavioral Health Fund helps people who meet its income rules pay for substance use disorder treatment: see rehabs that take Medicaid, free rehab options, and state-funded programs.

Browse drug and alcohol rehab centers in Minnesota by city, including Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Saint Cloud, Mankato, Burnsville, Maple Grove, Moorhead, Brainerd, and Willmar. Neighborhood pages cover Downtown Minneapolis, Phillips in Minneapolis, Frogtown in Saint Paul, and Downtown Duluth. Near a state line, treatment in Wisconsin, North Dakota, or Iowa may be closer. You can also search the full U.S. locations directory, all treatment programs, and our recovery resources.

Minnesota Kratom Laws: Frequently Asked Questions

Is kratom legal in Minnesota in 2026?

Yes. Kratom is legal to buy, possess, and use in Minnesota for adults 21 and older. It is not a controlled substance under Minnesota Statutes section 152.02.

Is kratom banned in Minnesota?

No. There is no Minnesota kratom ban. The only restriction is age: sales to, and possession by, people under 21 have been crimes since August 1, 2026.

Is 7-OH legal in Minnesota?

Yes, for adults 21 and older. Minnesota’s age law covers any substance containing 7-hydroxymitragynine, and the state sets no limit on 7-OH strength. A federal proposal to place concentrated 7-OH in Schedule I was published on July 6, 2026 and had not been finalized by early October 2026.

What is the legal age to buy kratom in Minnesota?

21. The age rose from 18 on August 1, 2026 under House File 3453 (2026 Session Laws chapter 63), signed by Governor Tim Walz on May 5, 2026.

What are the penalties under Minnesota kratom law?

Selling kratom or 7-OH to anyone under 21 is a gross misdemeanor, punishable by up to 364 days in jail, a fine of up to $3,000, or both. Possession by a person under 21 is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 90 days, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.

Can you buy kratom in Minnesota?

Yes, if you are 21 or older. Kratom is sold in tobacco shops, convenience stores, and online. We found no city or county in Minnesota with an adopted kratom ordinance.

Did Minnesota try to ban kratom?

A bill tried and failed. House File 3452 and Senate File 3711 would have classified kratom as a Schedule II controlled substance. Both were referred to committee on February 19, 2026 and received no vote before the session ended.

Are MGM-15 and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl legal in Minnesota?

No. The Drug Enforcement Administration placed mitragynine pseudoindoxyl, MGM-15, and MGM-16 in federal Schedule I by temporary order on August 26, 2026, for two years. Minnesota’s own schedules do not list them, but federal law applies in every state.

Does Minnesota require kratom to be lab tested?

No. Minnesota has an age law only. State law does not require testing, labeling, seller licensing, or a limit on 7-OH content.

Will getting treatment for kratom get me in legal trouble?

No. Calling a helpline or entering treatment does not create a criminal record, and federal rule 42 CFR Part 2 protects substance use disorder treatment records. Minnesota’s overdose Good Samaritan law (Minnesota Statutes section 604A.05) also protects people who call for emergency help in good faith from prosecution for possessing controlled substances.

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