DEA Targets Synthetic Kratom as Schedule One | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

The DEA just took a major step by temporarily classifying seven-OH and three related synthetics as Schedule One — putting them in the same dangerous category as heroin and LSD — targeting only concentrated versions, not natural kratom. This bold move is part of a nationwide effort to fight the opioid crisis, as officials warn these substances have no medical use and pose extreme addiction risks. The Department of Health and Human Services backs the decision, calling for stronger tools to stop deceptive, deadly products. Kansas followed suit, reclassifying seven-OH and kratom as Schedule One —…