The bill amends the Revised Code to establish a regulatory framework for the sale and processing of kratom products in Ohio. It introduces definitions for "kratom," "kratom product," and related terms, specifically defining kratom as the plant Mitragyna speciosa. The legislation requires food processing establishments to register kratom products with the director of agriculture and comply with safety and labeling standards, including limits on certain alkaloids and a prohibition on sales to individuals under eighteen. Additionally, it prohibits the processing or sale of kratom products containing controlled substances, excessive levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine, or synthetic compounds not naturally found in kratom.

The bill also establishes civil penalties for violations related to kratom product registration and labeling, and it outlines procedures for appealing penalties and standards for product testing. It allows individuals to pursue civil actions for damages resulting from violations of the new provisions. To accommodate these changes, existing sections of the Revised Code related to food safety and regulations are repealed. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure the safety and proper regulation of kratom products in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3715.01, 3715.99, 3717.01, 3717.99