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Louisiana Kratom Ban (2026): In Force

Ban in force

As of November 12, 2026, Kratom is banned from retail sale in Louisiana, effective August 1, 2025. Kratom possession and distribution prohibited (La. R.S. 40:966.1); mitragynine in Schedule I (R.S. 40:964).

Verified November 12, 2026. Full determination, citations and verbatim law: Is Kratom legal in Louisiana?

When does the Louisiana Kratom ban take effect?

The Louisiana Kratom ban is already in force (effective August 1, 2025); no further effective date is pending.

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Compound Analytics. “Louisiana Kratom Ban (2026): In Force.” Compound Laws, https://compoundlaws.com/bans/kratom/louisiana/. Accessed November 13, 2026.

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