Last verified: October 15, 2026. Kratom laws change often and vary by city and county. This page is general information, not legal advice — confirm the current rules at your delivery address before ordering.

Is kratom legal in North Carolina?

Yes. Kratom is legal to buy and possess in North Carolina as of October 15, 2026. A hemp-and-kratom measure, HB 328, cleared the state Senate as a conference report (37-6) on July 2, 2026, but the House had not taken the final concurrence vote as of this update, so it is not yet law. If enacted, it would bar sales to anyone under 21 and prohibit synthetic kratom products. WUNC coverage, Carolina Journal coverage.

7-OH rules in North Carolina

Federal: concentrated or synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) was placed in Schedule I on a temporary basis effective August 6, 2026; the natural kratom leaf is not included. Federal Register notice. North Carolina: the state has not enacted its own kratom statute, so the federal Schedule I action covers concentrated and synthetic 7-OH while the natural leaf is not included.

Local bans in North Carolina

No North Carolina city or county is known to restrict kratom beyond state law as of this update. Local rules can change, so confirm the current ordinance at your delivery address before ordering.

Does Bedrock Botanicals ship to North Carolina?

Yes. Bedrock Botanicals ships natural kratom leaf products to North Carolina. You can browse our shop or our kratom category.

Status Age limit Product forms allowed Key law Effective date
Legal; regulation pending No state minimum yet Leaf, powder, capsules No state kratom act (HB 328 pending) N/A

Frequently asked questions

Is kratom legal in North Carolina right now?

Yes. As of October 15, 2026 kratom is legal to buy and possess in North Carolina, with no statewide kratom act yet in force.

What is the status of HB 328?

The Senate passed the HB 328 conference report 37-6 on July 2, 2026, but the House had not taken the final concurrence vote as of this update, so it is not yet law.

Does Bedrock Botanicals ship to North Carolina?

Yes. Bedrock ships natural kratom leaf products to North Carolina addresses.

See the full kratom legality by state guide. Nearby: Virginia and Georgia.

Must be 21 or older to purchase. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Verify your current local law before ordering.

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