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Status Indicators
- LEGAL. Not listed in Ordinance SVS/MS 344/1998 (Brazilian controlled substances list)
- Listed as a plant-based New Psychotropic Substance for monitoring only
- Personal possession and use permitted
- Personal-use imports generally clear customs
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Legal |
| Age Limit | None at national level (vendor voluntary 18+) |
| Regulated | No |
| Controlled Substance | No |
| Last Policy Change | No prohibition action; monitoring continues |
National Legal Framework
Brazilu2019s Ministry of Health Ordinance SVS/MS 344/1998 governs controlled substances. Kratom is monitored as a plant-based NPS but not listed as prohibited. ANVISA (the National Health Surveillance Agency) has not issued a kratom-specific scheduling action.
KCPA Section
No KCPA-style framework exists in Brazil. Sale and possession follow general consumer protection law.
Import/Export Rules
Personal-use quantity imports are generally permitted. Larger commercial-quantity imports may be subject to ANVISA review.
Buying & Shipping to Brazil
Online vendors generally ship to Brazil. Buyers should ensure their vendor follows applicable labeling requirements. Customs inspection of personal quantities is rare.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Brazil?
A: Yes. Yes. Kratom is legal in Brazil. The substance is not included in Ordinance SVS/MS 344/1998 (Brazilu2019s controlled substances list), so personal possession, use, and import are permitted.
Q: Can I bring kratom into Brazil?
A: Yes for personal-use quantities, subject to customs declaration. Larger quantities may be inspected.
Q: What is the legal age to buy kratom in Brazil?
A: There is no national age requirement. Vendors typically apply 18+ voluntary standards.
Q: Is kratom a controlled substance in Brazil?
A: No.
Q: Has Brazil regulated kratom?
A: No specific kratom regulation. General consumer protection law applies.
Sources
- worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/kratom-legality-by-country, World Population Review 2026 Kratom Legality by Country
- www.kratomit.eu/kratom-legality-where-is-kratom-legal-and-where-is-it-not/, Kratomit.eu international kratom legality summary
- eka.eu/about-kratom/kratom-legality/, European Kratom Association legality tracker
- www.kratomscience.eu/kratom-legality/, Kratom Science Europe legal status guide
- kratomstore.com/blog/international-kratom-law-where-is-it-banned-or-legal/, International kratom law summary
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitragyna_speciosa, Mitragyna speciosa Wikipedia entry with country-by-country legal status
