Is Kratom Banned in South Carolina? No, Restricted (2026)
No ban: Restricted
As of November 12, 2026, there is no Kratom ban in South Carolina; Kratom is legal to sell at retail with restrictions (Kratom act: age 21, labeling, product standards (S.C. Code 44-53-2010 to -2040)), and no pending ban or effective date is on file. Federally: Earliest Nov 13, 2026. DEA may act on or after this date. An order takes effect on publication with no grace period.
Compound Analytics. “Is Kratom Banned in South Carolina? No, Restricted (2026).” Compound Laws, https://compoundlaws.com/bans/kratom/south-carolina/. Accessed November 13, 2026.
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