Massachusetts Department of Public Health lists kratom products as Schedule 1 - The Berkshire Edge
Massachusetts DPH has classified kratom products as Schedule 1 controlled substances, making their sale, possession, and distribution illegal under state law.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Pharmacy & Controlled Substances space on August 23, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Critical. All pharmacies and retailers in Massachusetts that currently sell or stock kratom products. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate, as the scheduling is effective immediately upon listing.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Pharmacy & Controlled Substances continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Kratom products are now Schedule 1 controlled substances in Massachusetts, meaning they are illegal to possess, sell, or distribute.
Who it affects
All pharmacies and retailers in Massachusetts that currently sell or stock kratom products.
What you must do
Immediately stop selling kratom products, quarantine existing inventory, and contact legal counsel to determine proper disposal procedures.
Deadline
Immediate, as the scheduling is effective immediately upon listing.
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