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What is Kratom Resin & How Is It Made?

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If you thought Kratom was good, wait till you try Kratom resin. 

This special resin product is quickly growing in popularity. If you’re been wondering about: 

  • How to make it 
  • How to take it

…then this is probably the article for you. 

Keep reading to learn more about what Kratom resin is, what it does, and how you can make it yourself! 

Kratom 101

Kratom is a specific species of tropical evergreen tree (Mitragyna speciosa) that grows in Southeast Asia. 

While all Kratom products are produced from this single species, the range of earthy colors available for sale has everything to do with how the leaves are harvested and dried. Kratom is traditionally categorized based on the color of its leaves. 

Kratom resin is a more concentrated form of Kratom that isn’t for everybody. It requires both knowledge and effort to produce, and it’s far harder to find the right serving size than conventional Kratom products. For these reasons we recommend that new consumers stick with traditional Kratom powder. 

That disclaimer aside…let’s take a close look at the perfect product for Kratom connoisseurs: Kratom resin.

What is Kratom Resin?

Kratom resin is a type of Kratom extract. While there are several types of extracts, Kratom resin stands out. It’s thick, sticky, and dense. 

What is Kratom resin made of? It’s basically a processed, concentrated form of Kratom’s best alkaloids and other bioactive compounds. Since these compounds are what give Kratom its characteristic effects, Kratom resin is powerful. 

How to tell how concentrated your Kratom Resin is

The strength of Kratom resin is generally pretty difficult to quantify. Why? Because Kratom resin is usually made at home — and not many people have an analytical lab laying around nearby!

Instead of being measured in absolute amounts, Kratom resin is usually measured in multiples compared to its original form. You might see labels that say things like ‘8 x Kratom Resin’ (8 times more concentrated than the original) or ‘20 x Resin’ (20 times more concentrated than the original). And by “more concentrated” we mean more alkaloids. 

Here’s a real-life example. If a pound of Kratom powder goes into the making of 2 ounces of concentrated Kratom resin, the final product would be an ‘8 x Kratom Resin.’

How to use Kratom Resin

One of Kratom resin’s strongest points is its versatility. It can be taken in a variety of ways: orally, in juice, in capsules, or mixed with a favorite hot beverage. 

The heat of beverages like coffee or tea allows the Kratom resin to melt and fully dissolve. And because resin’s alkaloids have already been ‘activated’ by heat, you don’t need to take any time to heat or prepare resin-infused beverages! That’s another benefit of resin — it makes preparing Kratom simple and easy.  

How to make Kratom Resin (at home!)

Making Kratom resin at home might sound like a daunting task, but it’s actually quite easy. 

Once you’ve gone through the production process once or twice you’ll probably feel comfortable enough to set things on autopilot. 

Kratom resin ingredients list:

  • ➡ Premium Kratom Powder
  • ➡ Accurate kitchen scale
  • ➡ Lemon juice or lime juice
  • ➡ Water
  • ➡ Mixing bowl
  • ➡ Coffee filters/cheesecloth
  • ➡ Freezer, stove-top, and oven
  • ➡ Access to freezer, stovetop, and oven
  • ➡ Extra container (for the finished product)

How to make Kratom Resin (step-by-step)

Part I: Steep and Freeze

  1. 1.) Measure out a large quantity of Kratom powder on your kitchen scale.
  2. 2.) Note its weight — you’ll need this figure later. 
  3. 3.) Add the powder to your mixing bowl.
  4. 4.) Add water until the Kratom powder is completely covered.
  5. 5.) Mix the Kratom powder and water.
  6. 6.) Add your lemon/lime juice.
  7. 7.) Cover the mixture and let it steep.
  8. 8.) Leave the mixing bowl in the freezer overnight, allowing it to freeze.

Part 2: Boil and Simmer

  1. 1.) Bring water to a boil, then dump the frozen mixture into the boiling water.
  2. 2.) Add additional lemon or lime juice to the water.
  3. 3.) Reduce the heat and allow the mixture to simmer.
  4. 4.) Once about 1/4 of the liquid has evaporated, remove the mixture from heat.
  5. 5.) Once cool, strain the mixture and place it back in your mixing bowl. At this point, you should have a wettish powder suspended in some liquid.

Part 3: Bake at Low Temp

  1. 1.) Set your oven at 175 degrees Fahrenheit and wait until it’s preheated.
  2. 2.) Place the saucepan mixture into a small oven-friendly dish and put in the oven.
  3. 3.) After about 30 minutes, you should be left with a concentrated Kratom resin. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  4. 4.) Transfer your Kratom resin into a new container and measure its weight.
  5. 5.) Compare the weight of your original Kratom powder with the weight of your final product to get an idea of the concentration.
  6. 6.) Enjoy your premium quality, homemade Kratom resin!

If making your own Kratom resin sounds like too much work, check out our Kratom extract products. We have a variety of different extracts to choose from, all with their own unique composition and alkaloid profile.

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How Does Kratom Benefit Local Economies Around The World?

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Every single customer that buys a kratom product is not only supporting the business that they are buying from, but they are also supporting a variety of other businesses as well.

When you buy from a local shop, that shop has sourced the kratom from a larger manufacturer. The manufacturer has sourced the kratom from overseas suppliers and possibly even from farmers directly. The supply chain goes much farther than many people realize!

Kratom as an industry supports small businesses on many levels. From local to national to international, let’s take a look at how the industry supports these businesses.

Kratom: From Sourcing To Customers

What does the kratom supply chain look like?

The chain will vary for different companies and policies, but the general outline usually goes likes this:

  1. Local Farmers
    Local farmers grow or harvest kratom. Some may do this on their own properties; others will work at larger farms where kratom is being grown.
  2. Distributors
    Local or international distributors will broker deals with these farmers to send their unprocessed kratom exports to kratom vendors or manufacturers.
  3. Kratom Vendors
    Once they have the kratom, vendors will process, test, and blend their kratom products.
  4. Local Shops
    While most vendors sell directly to customers, they also sell directly to smaller smoke shops that carry kratom. These shops then sell directly to customers as well.

Most kratom vendors have specific arrangements with farmers and distributors so that they have a secure, steady supply of reliable imports. Once they receive the product, however, they must still test it to ensure the quality.

Supporting Local Businesses With Kratom

The local economy has benefited from the expansion of the kratom industry in the US. We can expect those benefits to continue as kratom becomes even more commonplace. How is kratom having an effect on businesses and economies in America?

National Companies

Many kratom vendors operate primarily online, but that does not mean that they do not employ people and positively affect the economy.

Vendors that important unprocessed kratom must set up:

  • Facility for kratom processing, packaging, and shipping
  • Sales team
  • Marketing team
  • Supply chain management team

Each of these sectors requires that the company hire people. Most kratom vendors ship to all states where kratom is legal in the US, so they are also helping to continue the movement of money between small businesses in America.

Local Stores

Local smoke shops and other companies that carry herbal products may decide to stock kratom on their shelves. Typically, they’ll stock those products directly from national kratom vendors. Purchased in bulk at a discount, these local vendors then sell at MSRP for a profit. In this way, you can also support local business by buying from your local shop.

Supporting The Right Laws

Even if you don’t purchase kratom or you only want to buy from one shop that you rely on, it is possible to support the business that works at all parts of the supply chain in one go.

How do you do this?

Kratom’s legal status has been constantly evolving over the last few years, and the lack of regulation in the industry is causing unreliable vendors to create more problems. By supporting kratom consumer protection laws in your area, you can help to ensure that businesses who profit from kratom will continue to see those benefits.

Choose The Right Vendors

Some vendors are more interested in the overall well-being of the kratom industry than others. When a vendor chooses to put profits before safety, they are jeopardizing the entire industry. Kratom advocates are still fighting for legal protections in the US, and low-quality kratom sales put that legal status at risk.

Do your research before you purchase kratom. Look for vendors that have not only a positive effect on the economy, but also vendors that adhere to good manufacturing practices. The American Kratom Association has a program that vendors can join for this type of guidance known as the GMP Compliance Program, and we are happy to be members. 

Supporting Kratom Production Abroad

As mentioned in the supply chain above, kratom production is not just limited to America. Kratom is a tropical tree native to certain parts of the world, so the actual kratom will always need to be imported from Southeast Asian farms.

When purchasing kratom, you support the farmers that grew and harvested the kratom and the international distributors that connected those farmers to vendors in the US.

Choosing High-quality Production Companies

Choosing kratom vendors in the US that care about the kratom farmers that they buy from is essential. There are no official fair trade practices in the kratom industry yet, but the idea should still prevail. Fair trade prevents farmers from being undervalued or ripped off for an exported product. 

Helps Local Workers

Many Kratom farmers joined the industry as other industries were dying out there. Farmers were unsure what to turn to as some industries were no longer viable. In the kratom industry, they found a great, new living. As a profitable export industry, their farms and lifestyles are revolutionized.

Environmental Effects

Kratom farming is also less dangerous for the environment than palm oil, a common type of plantation seen in Indonesia. By farming kratom instead of palm oil, the farmers are making good money and also keeping their land healthier.

Left Coast Kratom: People First

From our customers to the farmers that we buy kratom from, Left Coast Kratom is devoted to acknowledging the work that creates high-quality kratom. Through your support, we can compensate everyone that works on our products fairly. 

Additionally, the local shops that stock our products are able to continue the supply chain into the local business arena, and we know that this can have a positive effect in many communities. From start to finish, the kratom industry provides opportunities and support to people that might otherwise be left behind, and we are proud to be a part of that.

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What We Say: How and Why Kratom Advertising Is Restricted

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Kratom is classified as a food in many parts of the United States. This classification puts limitations on what we as kratom vendors can and cannot say about our products. The FDA limits what is permitted, and we must follow those guidelines if we want to be able to continue to market and sell our products legally.

How exactly do these restrictions come into play, and why aren’t we fighting against them?

Let’s talk about kratom, kratom labeling, and how advocacy organizations are working to improve the misinformation surrounding kratom.

What Can And Cannot Be Said

Ultimately, the FDA has made it clear that they are willing and able to send cease-and-desist letters to any kratom vendor that is publishing what they deem to be unsubstantiated claims.

Even in the articles that we publish, we have to be careful about our language and how we talk about kratom.

In the past, companies selling kratom have made huge claims about what kratom can do, and the FDA pushed back against these. But it wasn’t only bold claims that the FDA warned about; simple, seemingly common knowledge statements have also attracted their attention. 

Risky Statements

What type of statements do we have to be careful about when using on our site? There are many, and it is also difficult for us to follow these limitations. We want to be as open, clear, and helpful as possible for our customers, but FDA rules make this difficult at times.

These are just a few examples of statements that have got kratom vendors into trouble with the FDA in the past:

  • Claiming that people use kratom as an alternative to some medications.
  • Claiming that people prefer kratom over their other medication options.
  • Claiming that people use kratom to help them stop using other things.
  • Claiming that kratom has specific benefits.

We know that these examples are vague, and that is intentional as not to catch ourselves in this trap. As you can see from the breadth of those examples, however, it becomes difficult for honest vendors like ourselves to share any information or evidence with our customers without risking trouble.

What Are Unsubstantiated Claims?

Let’s talk a little more specifically about what the FDA considers “unsubstantiated claims,” which is the most common reason they send out warning letters. We’ve given a few vague examples above, but let’s look at direct news from the FDA to see how they frame their approach.

Specifically, a press report from the FDA states the following:

  • Vendors are selling kratom “with deceptive medical claims for which there’s no reliable scientific proof to support their use.”
  • Vendors “ take advantage of consumers by selling products with unsubstantiated claims that they can treat opioid addiction.”

If the FDA is truly against products that are not backed by science and willing to support kratom research, that would be an understandable position. However, the statement goes on to say that Kratom is an “opioid analog that may actually contribute to the opioid epidemic,” which may be an unsubstantiated claim by the FDA’s own rules.

Additionally, the FDA report states that the FDA is willing to look into how kratom may or may not relieve pain or opioid addiction symptoms if people believe that kratom’s active ingredients show that potential. However, the AKA states that FDA has refused to support that type of research for years.

Simultaneously, the National Institute on Drug Abuse has refused to support scheduling kratom as a drug because NIDA’s own research has not borne out that claim according to NIDA’s standards.

As you can see, it is a very confusing field for kratom vendors like ourselves to navigate. Our goal is always to provide safe, high-quality products to our customers. We want to support those products with information, but it isn’t always an easy thing to do.

The Standards We Follow

How do we handle the labeling and advertising of our products when faced with limitations and concerns about what we can and cannot say?

As members of the American Kratom Association’s GMP Compliance Program, we ensure that our labeling fits these things’ standards. AKA is up-to-date with the FDA’s latest requirements, and they are also at the forefront of helping to implement Kratom Consumer Protection Acts in states across the country.

In short, they know what they’re talking about when it comes to labeling, advertising, and more.

As of June 2020, the compliance program has laid out the following guidelines for vendors and marketing:

  • Labels may not include:
    • Any disease-related or unauthorized health claims
    • Any reference to a “high”
    • Any reference to clinical or research data
  • Labels must:
    • Be fully compliant with FDA claim rules
    • Include a batch or lot number
    • Affirm that mitragynine and 7-OH alkaloids haven’t been altered from their original allocation
    • Advise consumers to talk to a physician about dosing
    • Include a statement that pregnant women should not use kratom
    • Include this exact statement:  “This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.”

These same rules apply to the descriptions, websites, and advertisements used when marketing kratom products.

New: The Truth in Labeling Program

Recently, the American Kratom Association has started a reporting program known as the Truth in Labeling Program.

Due to the rise in vendors directly going against the guidelines expected by the FDA, the American Kratom Association and other advocates have seen a need for a program to keep track of and improve improper labeling practices.

Through this program, the AKA hopes to educate vendors that are putting the industry at risk through dishonest practices. If the vendors refuse to change their ways, the industry will start to self-regulate by reporting offenders to the FDA. To read more about how or why the Truth in Labeling Program is meant to work, you can check out AKA’s statement.

Understanding Kratom: Kratom Alkaloids Explained

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Natural substances like kratom have an effect on the body because of their chemical composition. Kratom itself is made up of many chemical components. When those components are released in the body, they bind and interact with human physiology in different ways.

While only a few kratom alkaloids are well known even among veteran consumers, kratom is actually made up of more than 40 alkaloids – and counting! What are these kratom alkaloids, and what types of effects are they being studied for?

Learning more about these alkaloids can help you better understand the myriad of ways kratom may be further developed and used. Let’s take a closer look!

What Are Kratom Alkaloids?

Alkaloids are a type of naturally-occurring compounds found in many plants. These compounds contain at least one nitrogen atom. These compounds bind readily with receptors in the human body; they cause physiological effects because of this binding. Common alkaloids include caffeine and morphine. The impacts of alkaloids vary widely.

Kratom is a natural plant, and kratom leaves have a variety of alkaloids in them. In fact, more than forty different alkaloids have been found in kratom. Many of these alkaloids have specific physiological effects on the body. Those alkaloids are being studied in more detail to find out what types of benefits might be found.

The specific alkaloid concentration in kratom leaves can vary from tree to tree, strain to strain.  For that reason, additional research of the individual components is even more critical. Once the individual alkaloids are better understood, the potential effects of various alkaloid combinations can be studied in more detail as well.

Kratom Alkaloids Explained

Now that you know what alkaloids are, let’s cover kratom’s alkaloids and alkaloid composition of this plant in more detail.

What We Know

The alkaloid content of kratom leaves varies from plant to plant, tree to tree, and location to location. There is no guarantee of the exact breakdown of alkaloids in any kratom leaf because many things affect the alkaloid composition:

  • Harvesting time and frequency
  • Weather patterns
  • Soil composition
  • When leaves are harvested
  • Dry season length
  • Strain
  • Geographic location
  • Age of leaves

As teams studied kratom leaves in the 1970s and 1980s, they found that the alkaloid concentration varied in many ways. They began to compare samples and found that the above factors, as well as many others, changed what alkaloids were most prevalent in the leaves.

Despite the fact that more than 40 alkaloids have been identified in kratom leaves, only two of those alkaloids (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine) are given credit for the effects of kratom. That’s because they occur in the greatest concentrations. Mitragynine usually makes up around 60% of the alkaloid content of kratom leaves on average.

As kratom is studied in more detail in upcoming years, we can expect to find out more about the variances in alkaloids in terms of effects and growth patterns for the kratom plants.

Meet The Alkaloids

Though more research still needs to be done about these substances, there are some alkaloids that have been studied after being found in kratom.

Mitragynine

The most prevalent alkaloid in most kratom leaves, mitragynine, is partially responsible for many of kratom’s active effects. It has been studied for many common uses, which can be fairly easily researched. As the primary kratom alkaloid, it is one of the two alkaloids that has its content percentage detailed on kratom packaging. 

7-hydroxymitragynine

The other kratom alkaloid that is typically acknowledged by kratom vendors is 7-hydroxymitragynine. While the amount of this alkaloid is substantially smaller than that of mitragynine, it is also a significant player in kratom’s active effects. It has been studied for its unique effects and receptor binding in particular.

The Phyllines

The naming of alkaloids is typically based on the original plant family that those alkaloids come from. A number of alkaloids found in kratom are named with the -phylline base. Mitraphylline, isomitraphylline, speciophylline, rhynchophylline, isorhynchophylline, and ciliaphylline are all found in kratom.

These alkaloids are likely to be studied for their potential beneficial actions, and we hope to learn more soon about how they interact with functions of the human body.

Paynantheine and Speciogynine

After mitragynine, paynantheine and speciogynine make up for the largest percentage of alkaloids in kratom leaves. These two alkaloids have been compared to similar alkaloids with and it may be assumed that their qualities are similar. It is possible that these alkaloids contribute to some benefits of kratom, but more research is needed.

Corynoxine A and B

Found in other natural plant products as well, these alkaloids interact with important receptors in the human body. This means that they may affect the binding of body chemicals in some way. These alkaloids, like many others, are found in concentrations of far less than 1% in most leaves.

Why Is It Important To Know About These Alkaloids?

Simply put: we need to put more resources into studying them!

Kratom research has been progressing at a very slow pace for the last few years. Among other reasons, that is because of the complicated laws surrounding the possession, use, and classification of kratom. Funding kratom research is difficult whenever there are no laws clearly protecting its status.

As laws become clearer and kratom earns a more protected status in the US, we can expect to see more research about kratom and how it can affect the body. In particular, a lot of that research is likely to focus on the individual alkaloids found in kratom and their effects.

Scientists, in particular, are very interested in kratom’s potential effects. However, more research needs to be done on kratom’s alkaloids.

The Future Of Kratom

Kratom as a whole plant and food product will continue to be studied, but we can also expect to see more and more branch-off studies of individual components. Often, it is easier to understand the effects of the broad plant if we studied individual chemical components first.

Mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine are being studied more than other alkaloids at this time, but that is going to change as kratom becomes more heavily researched. We’re excited to find out what is discovered about every facet of kratom!

Kratom Pronunciation Debate: Krah-tom, Kray-tom and More?

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Many people have had the same experience when they talk to someone about kratom in person or out loud for the first time. They find that when the person they’re speaking with says kratom, they pronounce in a way that is completely different than what they expected!

Have you ever felt awkward about how you pronounce kratom? Unsure about whether or not you are saying this unique word the right way?

It’s a common experience to have. Kratom advocates and consumers often feel self-conscious about the way that they are pronouncing the word. Since there are different opinions on what pronunciation is the right way to say kratom, it’s hard even to find out if you have it “right” or “wrong.”

What is this debate all about, and how should you pronounce kratom? Let’s talk about it!

Pronouncing Kratom: Four Methods

There are two main ways to pronounce kratom, as well as two supplemental ways that some people choose to use instead.

Long A

The first way that you will often hear Americans say kratom is with a long A sound; this will sound like KRAY-tum. This is how many will sight read the word, and that is why it is commonly seen. Many American dialects favor this type of long A pronunciation. 

Short A

Another way to say kratom uses a short A sound; this will sound like KRAH-tum. Many people think that this pronunciation fits the rules of English better, and they also believe that it sounds closer to the native pronunciation of kratom.

Native Tongues

There are also people who believe that they should try to mimic the local pronunciation of kratom as it is referred to where it grows.

This means that they prefer to say something more similar to KRAH-tum or KEH-tum since ketum is a word commonly used. However, there isn’t a single way to refer to or pronounce kratom in Southeast Asia because kratom grows in a few different countries. 

Even if you were to consider a single area, such as Thailand, explaining the pronunciation of a Thai word using Roman characters is not easy. While some would say that kah-tom is close to how the Thai word is said, even the “K’ sound is complicated.

Why is that?

The K-adjacent sound used in the Thai word for kratom is a guttural sound that falls somewhere between the G and the K. Explaining how to accurately pronounce this word to anyone that does not understand Thai sounds, then, is too difficult.

Science Speaks

Finally, some scientists, politicians, and advocates of kratom prefer not to use the word kratom when possible and instead use the scientific name, Mitrogyna speciosa.

While this can work in many written documents, articles, and forms, saying this long scientific phrase aloud every time you reference kratom is not going to be appealing to everyone. 

The “Correct” Pronunciation

Is there a definitive answer about how kratom should be pronounced?

No. There is not, which is why the debate about which of the pronunciations discussed above should be used when talking about kratom. Within the community, most people are divided between calling it KRAY-tum or KRAH-tum. That divide is pretty evenly split, and both sides tend to feel that their own pronunciation makes the most sense.

Dictionary Says… 

Some would suggest using the dictionary to decide which pronunciation is correct. Unfortunately, both KRAY-tum and KRAH-tum are listed as pronunciation options in the Oxford Dictionary, so there isn’t a final answer to be found in that source.

Locals Say… 

Others say that the only way we can make the final call about pronunciation is to ask the local population where kratom grows naturally. Normally, this would be a great way to find out how a foreign word should be best and most accurately incorporated into the English language.

Unfortunately, there isn’t a single way to refer to kratom in these regions since kratom grows in a number of Southeast Asian countries. Thai uses ketum and similar words while Malay has its own words or uses kratom pronounced in the Malaysian way.

Kratom growth and cultural history are not restricted to one area or language, so relying on a single language to make the call about pronunciation isn’t possible.

Advocates Say… 

The community has also suggested that we follow the example of leaders of advocacy organizations and shops on the local level as a way to standardize the pronunciation. Even within these groups and shops, however, people use both KRAY-tum and KRAH-tum, so there isn’t an answer to be found here.

So What Should I Say?

Saying kratom with either a long or short A is okay; stick with whatever is most comfortable for you. If many people in your local community tend to favor one pronunciation, it might be best to shift to their version to remain consistent when talking with your community at large.

There is no standard pronunciation at this time. Until the community decides that it is necessary to unite around one pronunciation, continue to use whichever version makes the most sense to your mouth and your brain.

Moving Forward With Kratom

If this is a debate that you have gotten caught up in, it’s probably best to move on towards other things for now. There isn’t a singular way to pronounce kratom that is more correct than others, even if some people do have strong preferences. 

The fact of the matter is that at this point in time, people are going to continue to say the word kratom in different ways. That’s not a big problem, so you shouldn’t let this debate get to you. Continue to say kratom however you want, and through your influence, those around you might convert to your way of saying it as well.

Beyond that, there are other things to focus on in the kratom industry that are more worth discussion and debate. Let’s focus on moving forward with kratom and not getting caught up in the minor details!

How To Travel Smart With Kratom: A Simple Guide

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In the past, those who advocated for the safe use of kratom would also find themselves needing to share their experiences on traveling with kratom. Due to how little the general public knew about kratom, many kratom users were stopped while traveling to answer questions about the botanical substance in their bags.

Is this still a problem today, and can you travel safely with kratom?

It is possible to travel with kratom, but you will still want to take steps to make sure that you are being smart about how you travel. There’s nothing wrong with what you are doing, and it is important that you remember that as you prepare for your trip.

Here is how you can safely travel with kratom!

How To Travel Safely With Kratom

Do Your Research

The first thing that you need to do to ensure that you don’t encounter any problems before you travel is to do your research. There are some important things that you need to be sure of before you go:

  • Does your destination have any laws about using or carrying kratom?
  • Does your destination or current location have any laws about transporting kratom or other natural substances?
  • Does the airline that you are traveling on have any regulations about where or how to transport natural substances like kratom?
  • Is there a limit on how much you are allowed to carry with you?

By searching up your destination name and kratom laws, you can easily find the information that you need about these rules. Many places do not have specific kratom rules or regulations yet.

Regardless, you simply need to be educated about what is and what is not allowed. Then, make sure that you follow those guidelines closely.

Only Bring What Is Needed

While it might be tempting to bring a huge selection of kratom with you, that’s unlikely to be necessary. Only pack what you typically use in the time period that you will be traveling, and don’t be tempted to bring more than you need.

Not only will bringing more than you need to weigh you down unnecessarily, but it will also make it seem like you have a lot of kratom on you. Even if there aren’t any specific limitations in place, having a large amount of an unknown substance in your bag could lead to extra questioning.

For that reason, it’s best to bring only what you need when traveling.

Arrive Early

Give yourself extra time at the airport when you are traveling with kratom. While you might not be questioned at all, there is a chance that the security agents will want to do a closer inspection of your bag if they aren’t sure what kratom is.

This could lead to a bag inspection, questioning, and even a swab test of the substance to ensure that you aren’t trying to transport anything illegal. This might sound scary, but it is simply part of the process.

Remember that kratom remains relatively unknown to the population at large. This means that many people will not recognize the word, let alone the actual plant material. Just in case the agents want to do a closer inspection, give yourself extra time at the airport.

Don’t Try To Hide Things

You’ve done your research; you know that you are legally permitted to bring kratom with you on your trip. Do not try to hide the kratom. Pack it wherever is most convenient to pack; there’s no need to try to disguise what it is.

Trying to hide something is going to make it seem suspicious even when it is not suspicious. It is best to be very straightforward about what you are carrying with you.

In fact, it is probably best to pack your kratom with the original labels in place if possible. Packing your kratom in its original packaging will be very clear what the substance is if there are any questions. Plus, it will be clear that you are not trying to hide what it is.

Be Prepared For Questions

As mentioned, airport security may have some questions about what it is you are carrying if they are not familiar with kratom. Don’t worry; this is standard protocol. These agents are trained to deal with many things, but that doesn’t mean that they know every medication or supplement on the market.

By being ready to answer a few questions about kratom, you can effectively explain what it is and quell any worries that they may have about the substance. Don’t be nervous, and simply answer the questions as accurately as you can.

Abide By The Agent’s Decisions

While unlikely, it is possible that one of the security agents might decide that they cannot allow you to go through security with your kratom supply. This could be because they cannot identify with it is, and they want to do further testing but do not have the time or means to do so.

This would be incredibly frustrating, but you don’t have much of a choice besides allowing them to do what they want. They are in charge of this situation. It might be OK to ask to talk to a supervisor to be able to clear up any future problems regarding kratom. Still, it’s probably best to just take the loss and move on.

Travel Safely With Kratom 

There aren’t any aviation rules that prevent you from traveling with kratom or with supplements that you might want to have on hand when you’re out of town. Still, it’s always possible to meet with some confusion or resistance when traveling, so it’s best to be prepared.

Pack smart. Educate yourself. Be prepared for whatever you might meet. By knowing what you might encounter before you head to the airport with kratom in your bag, you’ll be more prepared than you need to be. Get ready for a comfortable flight!