Legality · AR

Is kratom legal in Arkansas?

BANNED

Direct answer

Kratom is a Schedule I controlled substance in Arkansas. Possession and sale are illegal. Banned since 2016.

Status

Illegal

Age requirement

No state age rule

KCPA status

Not a KCPA state

Last reviewed

2026-04-19

What you can do

Do not purchase or possess kratom in Arkansas.

Online delivery from out-of-state vendors is also illegal.

If you need to buy kratom, travel to a legal state.

Support KCPA legislation efforts via the American Kratom Association.

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