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Status verified April 4, 2026 – No legislative changes detected.
Is Kratom Legal in California?
Current Status
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide consumer warning on October 24, 2025, declaring that foods, dietary supplements, and medical drugs containing kratom or 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) are dangerous and illegal to sell or manufacture for consumption. Governor Newsom reinforced this stance on March 3, 2026.
Kratom legality varies by state. View the interactive map for all 50 states, or see other banned states in the Related States section below.
County & City Restrictions
| Location | Status | Details | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | ❌BANNED | Department of Public Health retail ban enacted Nov 2025 | — |
| Orange County | ⚠️RESTRICTED | Bans products with >2% 7-OH content | — |
| Riverside County | ⚠️RESTRICTED | Bans products with >2% 7-OH content | — |
| Newport Beach | ❌BANNED | As of late 2025/early 2026, California has transitioned to a statewide prohibition on the sale of kratom for human consumption under the Sherman Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Newport Beach: BANNED. While San Diego has had a long-standing local ban, a statewide enforcement campaign launched by the Governor in February 2026 has effectively removed these products from retail shelves across all California cities. | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Oceanside | ❌BANNED | Local ordinance | — |
| San Diego | ❌BANNED | Local ordinance | — |
| Westlake Village | ❌BANNED | Ordinance No. 312-26 effective Feb 11, 2026 | — |
What Merchants Need to Know
- Cannot ship to: Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, Newport Beach, Oceanside, San Diego, Westlake Village
- Lab testing recommended for all products
- Labeling must comply with state standards
Recent Updates for California
California Kratom Legal Status Update
| Bill | CDPH Consumer Warning (Oct 2025), Governor's Statement (March 2026) |
|---|---|
| Title | On March 3, 2026, Governor Newsom's office issued a press release stating that 'It is illegal to manufacture or sell kratom or 7-OH products for consumption at any age. That policy is — and remains — our most health-protective stance.' This follows a statewide consumer warning issued by the CDPH on October 24, 2025. This declaration from official government sources changes the status from 'RESTRICTED' (which implies regulation or local bans) to 'BANNED' for products intended for human consumption at the state level. |
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California Kratom Legal Status Update
On October 24, 2025, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide consumer warning, declaring that foods, dietary supplements, and medical drugs containing kratom or 7-OH are dangerous and illegal to sell or manufacture for consumption in California. This action effectively bans commercial sale and manufacture statewide.
California: County and city restrictions from Kratom Ban Legislation Search
Counties: Los Angeles County (BANNED). Cities: San Diego (BANNED); Oceanside (BANNED)
Read more →California Kratom Legal Status Update
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide consumer warning declaring foods, dietary supplements, and medical drugs containing kratom or 7-OH illegal to sell or manufacture for consumption. Governor Newsom's administration launched a campaign to clear these products from retail shelves.
California Kratom Legal Status Update
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a statewide advisory declaring kratom and 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products illegal to sell or manufacture across the state, effective October 24, 2025.
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