Is Kratom Legal in Maryland?

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House Bill 1523 was introduced and had a hearing scheduled for March 3, 2026. This bill aims to prohibit the sale of kratom products to individuals under 21 years of age and defines 'unauthorized consumable products,' potentially including certain kratom items, leading to further restrictions or a partial ban on their sale and advertising.

House Bill 1523 (HB 1523) was introduced on February 13, 2026, with a hearing scheduled for March 3, 2026. This bill, within the 180-day window, proposes significant new restrictions that would make the existing 'RESTRICTED' status more stringent, and potentially lead to a partial ban for some products, thus changing the status to 'PENDING'.

Age restriction: 21+ to purchase in Maryland.

Update History

Mar 12, 2026Maryland Kratom Legal Status Update
House Bill 1523 was introduced and had a hearing scheduled for March 3, 2026. This bill aims to prohibit the sale of kratom products to individuals under 21 years of age and defines 'unauthorized consumable products,' potentially including certain kratom items, leading to further restrictions or a partial ban on their sale and advertising.
House Bill 1523 (HB 1523) was introduced on February 13, 2026, with a hearing scheduled for March 3, 2026. This bill, within the 180-day window, proposes significant new restrictions that would make the existing 'RESTRICTED' status more stringent, and potentially lead to a partial ban for some products, thus changing the status to 'PENDING'.
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