Status Indicators
- Legal statewide and regulated under SB 58 (signed March 26, 2019)
- Utah was the FIRST US state to enact a KCPA
- 18+ minimum age for purchase
- 7-hydroxymitragynine capped at 2% of total alkaloids
- Synthetic alkaloids and pseudoindoxyl prohibited
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Legal under KCPA |
| Age Limit | 18+ |
| Regulated | Yes (KCPA) |
| Controlled Substance | No |
| Last Policy Change | March 26, 2019 (SB 58 signed) |
Understanding Federal vs. State Law
Kratom is federally unscheduled. Utah chose regulation over prohibition. The state’s Kratom Consumer Protection Act framework gives consumers labeling and quality protections while preserving lawful access for adults 18+.
KCPA Section
SB 58 (2019), Utah Kratom Consumer Protection Act:
- Signed March 26, 2019
- First state KCPA in the US
- 18+ purchase age
- Products containing more than 2% 7-hydroxymitragynine prohibited
- Synthetic alkaloids (including synthetic mitragynine, synthetic 7-OH, pseudoindoxyl) prohibited
- Utah Department of Agriculture and Food administers testing, labeling, and registration fees
Legislative Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 26, 2019 | SB 58 signed. Utah becomes the first US state with a KCPA. |
| Ongoing | UDAF administers the framework. Subsequent KCPA states (AZ, NV, GA, etc.) follow Utah model. |
Penalties
KCPA non-compliance penalties apply to vendors. Sales to under-18 buyers, adulterated product, or labeling violations carry fines and license consequences. Adult buyers complying with the law have no exposure.
Buying & Shipping to Utah
Shipping to Utah is permitted under the KCPA. Vendors selling into the state must comply with labeling, age verification, and product purity rules.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Utah?
A: Yes. Utah enacted a Kratom Consumer Protection Act for adult buyers 18+.
Q: What is the legal age to buy kratom in Utah?
A: 18 under the Utah KCPA.
Q: Is kratom a controlled substance in Utah?
A: No.
Q: Has Utah passed the KCPA?
A: Yes. Kratom is legal in Utah under SB 58, signed March 26, 2019. Utah was the first US state to enact a KCPA. Buyers must be 18 or older.
Q: Can I fly into Utah with kratom?
A: Yes. Major Utah airports serve travelers in legal jurisdictions.
Q: Can I drive through Utah with kratom?
A: Yes. Kratom is legal throughout Utah.
Sources
- le.utah.gov/~2019/bills/static/sb0058.html, Utah Legislature official text of SB 58 (2019)
- ag.utah.gov/specialized-products/kratom/statutes-and-administrative-rules/, Utah Department of Agriculture and Food official kratom statutes and rules page
- legiscan.com/UT/bill/SB0058/2019, LegiScan record for Utah SB 58 (2019)
- www.americankratom.org/kcpa-in-utah, American Kratom Association Utah KCPA page
