The Arkansas Kratom Consumer Protection Act aims to remove mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly known as kratom, from the state's controlled substances list. This legislation introduces a new subchapter under Arkansas Code Title 20, Chapter 56, which establishes guidelines for the sale and distribution of kratom products. The Act includes definitions for kratom products, processors, and retailers, and sets forth limitations on the sale of kratom products that are adulterated, contaminated, or improperly labeled. Additionally, it prohibits the sale of kratom products to individuals under the age of eighteen.

To ensure consumer safety, the Act mandates that processors register annually with the Department of Agriculture and provide a certificate of analysis from a certified independent laboratory to demonstrate compliance with safety standards. The legislation also outlines penalties for violations, including administrative fines for processors who fail to adhere to the established regulations. Overall, the Arkansas Kratom Consumer Protection Act seeks to regulate the kratom market while promoting consumer safety and access to kratom products.