Requires certain kratom products to include a warning label with disclosures including, but not limited to, that kratom may be addictive and to keep it out of reach of children.
Impact
The proposed bill would amend existing laws under the general business law to enforce stricter labeling requirements for kratom products. Manufacturers and distributors would be required to include detailed disclosure statements on packaging about ingredients, potential risks of use, and specific age restrictions for purchase. By implementing such regulations, the bill aims to mitigate the public health risks posed by kratom products, especially among vulnerable populations such as children and pregnant individuals.
Summary
Bill A09443 seeks to establish regulations concerning the sale of kratom products in New York State. The legislation mandates that all kratom products must include specific warning labels highlighting potential health risks associated with their consumption, including a clear indication that these products have not been approved by the FDA. This measure is intended to inform consumers about the possible dangers of kratom, such as addiction and side effects, thereby promoting consumer safety and awareness.
Contention
While proponents argue that A09443 is a critical step in regulating the kratom industry and safeguarding public health, critics may contend that it could limit consumer choice and accessibility to these products. Furthermore, discussions may arise regarding the effectiveness of warning labels in preventing misuse or abuse of kratom, raising questions about consumer education versus regulatory oversight. The legislation is likely to generate debate over how best to balance public health concerns with personal freedoms in the realm of herbal supplements.
Same As
Requires certain kratom products to include a warning label with disclosures including, but not limited to, that kratom may be addictive and to keep it out of reach of children.
Requires certain kratom products to include a warning label with disclosures including, but not limited to, that kratom may be addictive and to keep it out of reach of children.
Requires manufacturers of kratom products within the state to have a warning label that the product has not been approved by the federal food and drug administration and the products' side effects; prohibits labeling of kratom products as all natural.
Requires manufacturers of kratom products within the state to have a warning label that the product has not been approved by the federal food and drug administration and the products' side effects; prohibits labeling of kratom products as all natural.
Enacts the "synthetic kratom kills act" to prohibit harmful synthetic and adulterated kratom products; provides that no person, manufacturer, retailer, or other entity shall manufacture, distribute, sell, or offer for sale: synthesized kratom material; any adulterated kratom product; a kratom product that is combustible or intended to be used for vaporization, aerosolization, or injection; a kratom product that is incorporated into, or marketed or labeled as, a conventional food or beverage product; a kratom product that contains flavoring agents or additives specifically designed or marketed to appeal to individuals under twenty-one years of age; a kratom product not contained in child-resistant packaging; a kratom product that mimics a candy product or is manufactured, packaged, or advertised in a way that can be reasonably considered to appeal to individuals under twenty-one years of age; any kratom product to an individual under twenty-one years of age; and any kratom product in which the concentration of 7-hydroxymitragynine exceeds two percent of the concentration of total alkaloids; requires testing and clear labeling.