Oklahoma’s stance on kratom regulations was praised

This pro-regulatory stance establishes clear guidelines for the responsible production, labeling and sale of Kratom products. It defines Kratom leaf and Kratom extracts, bans potentially harmful synthetics and isolates, and creates a framework that allows the compliant Kratom industry to thrive and grow confidently while protecting consumers.

At Botanic Tonics, we support Oklahoma’s efforts to create sensible regulations that protect consumers and support the development of responsible Kratom businesses. This pro-regulatory environment has been critical to our continued success and investment in the state.

We expanded our state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution facility in Broken Arrow, which allowed us to increase job opportunities in Tulsa by more than 50% year over year.

Oklahoma’s approach to Kratom regulation benefits both consumers and the local economy. By ensuring access to safe and appropriately labeled products, while banning potentially harmful synthetics, this pro-regulatory environment protects consumers and supports the development of responsible businesses like Botanic Tonics.

We also applaud the FDA’s recent efforts to undertake clinical trials of Kratom, including a single-dose study of growing leaf Kratom and upcoming studies of its abuse potential in humans. This research provides critical insight into Kratom’s safety profile, pharmacokinetics, and abuse risk, influencing regulatory decisions and promoting an evidence-based approach to Kratom regulation.

Botanic Tonics applauds Oklahoma’s pro-regulatory stance on kratom, its positive impact on consumers, and our ability to grow and invest in the state.

Editor’s note: Cameron Korehbandi is the CEO of Botanic Tonics, which operates a manufacturing center in Broken Arrow.

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