Kratom’s Legal Status in Pennsylvania: Essential Legal Insights

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is steeped in American history in a way that dovetails with kratom’s own cultural history. First as a safe haven for religious freedom and then with the emergence of the steel and manufacturing industry, the state’s history mirrors kratom’s use in ancient spiritual ceremonies in Southeast Asia and then by 19th century farm workers looking to power through their day. But what about today? Can you legally enjoy kratom in Pennsylvania? And if so, are there any kratom rules to follow in the Keystone State?

Find out as Golden Monk looks at kratom’s legality in Pennsylvania. You’ll also learn about kratom’s legal history in this state.

What is Kratom’s Current Legal Status in the State?

Yes, as long as you’re at least 18 years old, you’re free to use and purchase kratom. You can enjoy kratom in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Scranton, Lancaster, and anywhere throughout the state. 

The History of Kratom Legislation in Pennsylvania

More than its current legal status, it can be instructive to look at the brief history of kratom legislation in the state. Not everyone was on board with kratom, even just in the recent past. In 2019, a small group of legislators attempted to get kratom banned in Pennsylvania. Thankfully, their bill was quickly shot down after pro-kratom consumers, companies, and organizations stepped in to show their support for this plant.

In 2022, Pennsylvania voted in overwhelming favor of HB 2357. This bill prohibits the sale of kratom to anyone under the age of 18 years old. In what remains a series of puzzling choices, legislators removed many of the additional regulations in this bill that would make kratom safer for consumers.

Then, in 2023, State Senator Tracy Pennycuick introduced SB614. SB614 includes legislation aiming to prohibit any mixing of potentially harmful ingredients into kratom. However, as of this writing, this bill has yet to be enacted.

Will Kratom Stay Legal in Pennsylvania?

For the time being, kratom’s future looks to be safe. As of now, Pennsylvania appears to be inching closer to becoming the next state to enact a Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA). 

This legislation would introduce additional regulations for companies offering kratom in this state. The KCPA protects consumers by ensuring they have access to high-quality and lab-tested kratom products. If passed, the previously mentioned SB614 bill would implement many KCPA-related kratom regulations.

Where to Buy Kratom

Thankfully, many reputable and trustworthy companies offer kratom throughout Pennsylvania. However, it’s worth noting that the state currently has few kratom regulations in place. While you can find top-notch kratom, you can also run into low-quality kratom products.

One solution to this problem is to order your kratom online from Golden Monk. Our Utah- and Texas-based fulfillment centers proudly ship kratom to people in Pennsylvania and any other location nationwide where kratom is legal.

Golden Monk recently launched a delicious line of kratom gummies to go with our high-quality kratom capsules and powders available in a variety of veins and strains. Rest assured that all Golden Monk products use lab-tested kratom in a regularly audited and safe facility. Our billing and product shipments allow you to buy kratom online with discretion.