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Status verified June 19, 2026 – No legislative changes detected.
Is Kratom Legal in Michigan?
Current Status
Legislation in progress (no status change proposed): HB4969: Food: other; regulation of distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products; provide for. Creates new act.. Status: 1. Last action: Introduced By Representative Rep. Cam Cavitt (2025-09-17). Sponsors: Cam Cavitt, Ken Borton, David Prestin, David Martin, Gina Johnsen, Jimmie Wilson, Jason Woolford, Alicia St. Germaine, T….
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What Merchants Need to Know
- Lab testing recommended for all products
- Labeling must comply with state standards
Recent Updates for Michigan
Michigan Kratom Legal Status Update
| Bill | HB4969 |
|---|---|
| Title | Food: other; regulation of distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products; provide for. Creates new act. |
| Status | In progress |
| Last action | Re-referred To Committee On Regulatory Reform (2026-06-10) |
| Sponsors | Cam Cavitt; Ken Borton; David Prestin; David Martin; Gina Johnsen; Jimmie Wilson; Jason Woolford; Alicia St. Germaine; Tom Kunse; Samantha Steckloff; John Roth; Jennifer Wortz; Carol Glanville; Tyrone Carter; Joseph Pavlov; Donavan McKinney; Kelly Breen; Will Snyder; Mike Mueller; Mike Harris; William Bruck; Denise Mentzer; Angela Witwer; Julie Brixie; Brian BeGole; Julie Rogers |
Michigan Kratom Legal Status Update
House Bill 4969 (HB 4969) was introduced to establish the Michigan Kratom Consumer Protection and Regulatory Act, proposing to regulate kratom sales, require licensing, set product standards, and introduce a 21+ age limit, with an effective date of January 1, 2027.
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Michigan, previously listed as 'PENDING', is currently legal statewide for the purchase, possession, and sale of kratom products. There are ongoing legislative efforts, notably House Bill 4969 (introduced September 2025 and in committee November 2025), aiming to establish a regulatory framework including age restrictions and quality standards. However, as of the current date, no such restrictions have been enacted.
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House Bill 4969 (HB 4969), introduced on September 17, 2025, and subsequently reported with a recommendation on November 13, 2025, proposes to establish the Kratom Consumer Protection Act. This legislation aims to regulate the sale of kratom products, including implementing age restrictions (21 years and older), mandatory testing, and specific labeling requirements. If enacted, this would shift Michigan's status from an unregulated 'LEGAL' state to a 'RESTRICTED' one with a comprehensive regulatory framework. The bill specifies an effective date of January 1, 2027.
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Michigan has not enacted a statewide ban or comprehensive regulation for kratom. Kratom is not a controlled substance under Michigan's Public Health Code.
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