Is kratom legal in Georgia?
June 30, 2026 · Elevated 369, Flowery Branch GA
Short answer: yes. Kratom is legal to buy and sell in Georgia for adults 21 and older, under the state's Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA), passed in 2019.
The details that actually matter
- Age requirement: you must be 21+ to purchase kratom in Georgia. Elevated 369 checks ID on every kratom purchase, no exceptions.
- Concentration cap: Georgia House Bill 181 (HB181), effective January 1, 2025, caps concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine (the compound behind concentrated kratom extract tablet products) at 2% of a kratom product's total alkaloid content, and sets labeling and behind-the-counter display requirements that retailers must follow.
- What's not allowed: products that don't meet the KCPA's purity, labeling, and concentration standards aren't legal to sell in Georgia, regardless of what's legal in other states.
- What's currently uncertain: Georgia lawmakers have introduced bills (including HB968) that would move mitragynine and related compounds to Schedule I under state law, which would make them illegal, not just regulated. As of this writing, that has not passed.
- Federal law: kratom is not currently a federally scheduled controlled substance, though the FDA recommended DEA scheduling for concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine products specifically (not natural leaf kratom) in July 2025. That recommendation has not been finalized by the DEA as of this writing.
Bill status changes during legislative sessions, sometimes quickly, so if you're relying on this page for anything beyond "can I buy kratom at Elevated 369 today," check the Georgia General Assembly's site for the current status.
Bottom line for Elevated 369 customers
Everything we sell is compliant with current Georgia law. We track this closely because our ability to keep selling these products depends on staying compliant, and we'll always follow the law over any other consideration.
Want to know more about a specific product? See our 7-OH vs. kratom guide or stop by our kratom & kava section.
Frequently asked questions
Is kratom legal in Georgia?
Yes. Kratom is legal to buy and sell in Georgia for adults 21 and older, under the state's Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA), passed in 2019.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes, you must be 21+ to purchase kratom in Georgia. Elevated 369 checks ID on every kratom purchase, no exceptions.
Could kratom become illegal in Georgia?
Lawmakers have introduced bills, including HB968, that would move mitragynine and related compounds to Schedule I under state law. As of this writing that has not passed. Check legis.ga.gov for the current status.
This page is provided for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Laws change, verify current status at legis.ga.gov or with a licensed attorney before making decisions based on this page. Must be 21+ to purchase.