Is Kratom Legal in Florida? 2025 Update | 535 Smoke Shop

Is Kratom Legal in Florida? (2025 Answer)

Yes — kratom is completely legal in Florida in 2025. You can legally buy, possess, and consume kratom in Florida as an adult. This has been the case since the state reviewed and declined to restrict kratom in 2016, and the legal status has remained unchanged.

The Full Legal Story in Florida

In 2016, Florida considered classifying kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) as a Schedule I controlled substance. After significant public pushback from kratom users, advocacy groups, and researchers who testified about its potential benefits, Florida's legislature chose not to proceed with the ban. Kratom remained legal and has stayed that way.

Florida is not among the states that have restricted or banned kratom. As of 2025, kratom is legal throughout the entire state of Florida — including Orlando, Kissimmee, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, and all other cities and counties.

Is Kratom Legal Federally?

Yes. Kratom is not a controlled substance at the federal level. The DEA considered scheduling kratom in 2016 (the same year Florida reviewed it) but withdrew the proposal after a record number of public comments opposing the ban. The FDA has issued warnings about kratom and taken action against certain products with unsubstantiated health claims, but kratom itself remains federally legal to purchase and possess.

The Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA)

The American Kratom Association (AKA) has been pushing states to adopt the Kratom Consumer Protection Act — model legislation that would regulate (not ban) kratom by:

• Requiring age restrictions (typically 18 or 21)
• Mandating lab testing and labeling accuracy
• Banning adulterated or mislabeled products
• Prohibiting sale to minors

Several states have passed versions of the KCPA. Florida has not yet adopted specific kratom regulations beyond general consumer protection laws, but discussions have occurred. 535 Smoke Shop adheres to 21+ age requirements for all kratom purchases as standard practice.

States Where Kratom Is Banned (Not Florida)

To be clear, some states have banned kratom — but Florida is not one of them. States with full kratom bans as of 2025 include:

• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Indiana
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Wisconsin

Several cities and counties in otherwise legal states have local restrictions. Orlando and all major Florida cities have no local kratom restrictions.

What Forms of Kratom Are Available in Florida?

All kratom forms are legal in Florida:

• Kratom powder — Traditional leaf powder for toss-and-wash or tea
• Kratom capsules — Pre-measured powder in capsule form
• Kratom tablets — Pressed powder tablets
• Kratom liquid shots / extract shots — Concentrated liquid form
• Kratom tinctures — Liquid extracts for sublingual use

Where to Buy Kratom in Orlando, Florida

535 Smoke Shop carries a full kratom selection — powder, capsules, and shots in red, white, green, and gold strains — at our Orlando store. 535 location open 24/7.

• Near Disney World & Kissimmee: 8216 World Center Drive Ste D, Orlando FL 32821 — (407) 778-1326

We also deliver to hotels and vacation rentals. Free delivery on orders of $70 or more within 8 miles. Call to order.

Visit our kratom product page for details on strains and formats, or read our complete kratom guide for beginner dosing and strain selection help.

Must be 21+ to purchase. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Kratom legal status can change — verify current laws in your jurisdiction before purchasing.