New Mexico Kratom Legal Status Update

As of December 2025, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has determined that kratom is not an approved food ingredient and may not be used in any food or beverage produced, prepared, or sold in state-permitted food establishments. Any food containing kratom is considered adulterated. The City of Albuquerque also bans retail sales of kratom under its Food Service and Retail Ordinance.