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 kratom-derived compounds, affecting hemp operators who may inadvertently produce or handle these substances.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Cannabis & Hemp Operators space on July 5, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Hemp-derived THC brands, processors/manufacturers, and cultivators handling kratom or related compounds should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Effective upon publication of temporary order (expected within 30 days); comments due by August 5, 2026.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Cannabis & Hemp Operators continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Mitragynine pseudoindoxyl, MGM-15, and MGM-16 are proposed for temporary Schedule I classification, making them illegal to possess, produce, or distribute without DEA authorization.
Who it affects
Hemp-derived THC brands, processors/manufacturers, and cultivators handling kratom or related compounds
What you must do
Review product formulations and supply chains to ensure no listed compounds are present; cease any activities involving these substances immediately upon final order.
Deadline
Effective upon publication of temporary order (expected within 30 days); comments due by August 5, 2026.
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