How It’s Used
The CDSA is the first reference point when anyone asks “Is kratom legal in Canada?” Its scheduling status confirms that kratom possession and personal use do not carry criminal penalties, which is the question most people are really asking.
Beyond that, Canadian vendors need to understand that falling outside the CDSA does not mean falling outside all regulation. Marketing kratom as a food product can trigger enforcement from the CFIA. Making therapeutic claims can draw attention from Health Canada. The CDSA clears the criminal hurdle, but vendor compliance requires navigating additional regulatory frameworks.
