Schedules of Controlled Substances: Temporary Placement of Mitragynine Pseudoindoxyl, MGM-15, and MGM-16 in Schedule I
DEA proposes temporary Schedule I placement for three synthetic kratom alkaloids (mitragynine pseudoindoxyl, MGM-15, MGM-16). This does not directly affect vape/tobacco products but may impact retailers selling kratom-based products.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Vape & Tobacco Retail Compliance space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Vape shops and tobacco retailers that sell kratom or kratom-derived products should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Upon effective date of temporary order (typically 30 days after publication in Federal Register). Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Vape & Tobacco Retail Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Three synthetic kratom compounds are being temporarily placed in Schedule I, making them illegal to possess or sell
Who it affects
Vape shops and tobacco retailers that sell kratom or kratom-derived products
What you must do
Review inventory for any products containing these specific compounds and remove them if present
Deadline
Upon effective date of temporary order (typically 30 days after publication in Federal Register)
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