Is Kratom Legal in Kansas?

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Is kratom legal in Kansas? Do online vendors ship here? Which are the best strains? Find
the answers to these questions and more here.
Introduction
● Kratom is made from a tropical plant, Mitragyna speciosa, which is native to
Southeast Asia and whose leaves contain compounds that can have psychotropic
(ie, mind-altering) effects. Other names given to the plant are krathom, kakuam,
ithang or thom (Thailand), biak-biak or ketum (Malaysia) and mambog (Philippines).

● In this article we will talk about the current state of this plant in the state of Kansas
and its major cities. We will also cover the ways in which you can acquire the plant as
well as its top distributors and most popular strains currently available in the market.

Is Kratom Legal in Kansas?

● Yes, Kratom is legal in Kansas

● Kratom is currently legal throughout the entirety of Kansas, including every county
jurisdiction. However, there have been pushes made by the local government to
outlaw the plant or to reduce the availability of it for either patients or recreational
users.

● In 2018, the future of Kansas kratom legality was under threat due to a potential state
law (SB 282) that was almost signed by the state senate. At the time, a bill was
proposed that would have reclassified kratom, placing it on the controlled substance
list (under recommendation from the DEA) and preventing Kansas residents from
buying or using kratom inside the state or to even grow the plant by their own means.
Thankfully, Kansas residents stepped-up to protect access to kratom in their state
and the public pressure applied by different organizations and scientific groups, most
notably the AKA (American Kratom Association) and the Botanical Education Alliance
(BAE), was enough to prevent such restrictive legislation from getting approved by
the state legislature.

● As of now, the state is considering joining the Kratom Consumer Protection Act. This
nationwide proposal intends to counter the restrictive listing under which the FDA has
attempted to list Kratom. While the situation is still not clear, Kratom is much more
widely and easily accessible in Kansas than in most of its surrounding states and
since 2018 no major attempts have been made to further restrict its availability to the
public.

Where to Buy Kratom in Kansas?

● Whether you’re looking for Kratom in Wichita, Topeka, or Kansas City, or even in
some of the smaller towns, you’ll find a few local options to fit your needs.

● However, we do want to remind you that it’s much easier, and in some cases even
cheaper, to get high-quality Mitragyna speciosa from reputable online vendors where
you can easily access the reviews left by other customers. In fact, that’s going to be
the most accessible option for most Kansans who live outside of a major city or for
those who want to keep a low profile thanks to the plant's kind of uncertain legal
standing.
 ● As stated before, Kratom´s possession has no definitive penalties and, while there
isn't much consensus whether the plant´s consumption can be done anywhere, the
state police is famous for not seeking fines or initiating litigation when someone is
caught with kratom in public.

Buying Kratom Online

● Although people are free to choose whether they want to buy their kratom in a store
or online, we would like to point out that there are some obvious benefits from taking
advantage of the different digital platforms currently available. If your state laws are
more restrictive than others, then this could also be the only feasible way for you to
acquire the plant.

● Pros and Cons of Buying Kratom Online

Pros of buying online:

● Cheaper/Better deals because of fewer overhead costs. Retail stores

demand more workers and pay rent, which means those costs end up
affecting the price of the kratom you buy.

● Safer because of third-party lab test results provided and online

vendors usually being enthusiasts or kratom “specialists”. The FDA
forces all online vendors to provide access to the diferent studies
surrounding their pharmaceutical products and Kratom is no
exception.

● Fresher products, and therefore better quality, due to less exchanging

hands with middle-men (fast supply line). Online vendors usually keep
the kratom in refrigerated environments unlike retailers who usually
keep it outside for the customers to see.

● Straight up more versatile as you’ll have access to a wider product

selection.

● General discreteness surrounding online transactions which in most

cases, even in legal states like Kansas, is preferable.

● Ability to easily read reviews or check third-party lab tests.

Cons of buying online:

● Shipping: you may have to wait a few days for your product to arrive
(not even same-day shippers beat buying kratom locally in terms of
speed, obviously)

● Now that we have listed the best selling points for getting your Kratom online we
would like to provide a list with what we consider the best current online stores for
getting high quality Kratom, not only in Kansas but in pretty much the entire United
States.
1. Kona Kratom
● Kona Kratom is probably the most reliable online option right now for people looking
for a wide variety of strains with a reasonable price to boost. Their main focus lies on
providing consistency in the intensity of the Kratom, which they achieve by harvesting
their own leaves and controlling the entirety of the powdering process from beginning
to end.

● Kona Kratom is also famous for its wide variety of strains, some of which are only
available with them.

Kona Kratom best strains:

● White Bali Kratom: by far their best selling product, White Bali Kratom is known for its
high alkaloid concentration and its long lasting effects, which are not necessarily
strong but palatable.

● Green Vietnam: similar to White Bali but with a less intense alkaloid count

● Maeng Da Kratom: originating in Thailand, this high quality kratom contains notably
higher levels of mitragynine, mitraphylline, and 7-hydroxymitragynine compared to
other popular strains. These chemicals are the main alkaloids present in kratom and
the reason behind its healing properties.

● https://konakratom.com/

2. Star Kratom
Star Kratom takes pride in assuring that all of their products follow the FDA
recommendation of adding no other substances whatsoever. Their kratom has been
tested to be 100% pure and they are known for helping their customers get the strain
that suits them the best.

Star Kratom Best Strains

White Dragon Kratom (Red Strain)

Green Elephant Kratom (Green Strain)

White Vietnam Kratom (White Strain)

https://starkratom.com/
3. VIP Kratom

● VIP Kratom’s prices are a little bit above the usual, but they are worth it, as their
products are of premium quality. If you want some of the best kratom in the business,
you must check out VIP Kratom.

● Moreover, if your kratom consumption is frequent or you have daily medical

requirements that can't be postponed you can take advantage of their bulk order
discounts, which work wonders for people who also like one strain in particular.

VIP Kratom Best Strains

● Red Bali

● Red Thai

● White Horn

● https://vipkratom.com/

4. Chief Kratom

● Different from the rest of the stores listed before, Chief Kratom specializes in
providing kratom in its liquid form. Liquid Kratom has been said to give a more
relaxing feeling, as well as being easier to transport and facilitating its use with
vaporizers or for diluting in water.

● Chief Kratom offers their customers with a new water-soluble kratom botanical
extract that has been processed utilizing an extremely intricate filtering mechanism.

Chief Kratom Best Strains

Chief Kratom does not provide different strains. Their product for sale is a single
solution which is delivered in different degrees of alkaloid concentration.

● https://chiefkratom.com/

5. Kats Botanicals

● Kats Botanicals approach to kratom is completely holistical. Their entire extraction

and manufacturing process is done using artisanal methods that prevent any external
contamination. Thus, their product consists of nothing more than the most pure
kratom available in the market with the added touch that only a botanical expert can
guarantee.

● Kats Botanicals is a certified qualified vendor by the cGMP, which is only granted to
businesses that work with the most up to date manufacturing practices in the US.

Kats Botanicals Best Strains

● White Maeng Da

● Dark Elephant (Kratom Powder)

 ● Yellow Sunda (Kratom Powder) (Yellow Kratom is not a strain but a hybrid form of
Kratom)

● https://katsbotanicals.com/

Buying Kratom near you

● Right now there are at least fifteen different stores, just in Kansas City, where
different strains of Kratom can be acquired. All these stores have their own perks and
benefits, and while we still maintain that online shopping is superior, we would like to
list at least three of the ones we consider to have the best quality products.

Main Smoke KC
● Main Smoke is the highest rated Kratom store in all of Kansas at the moment. Their
main focus is in selling natural remedies for pain, of which Kratom is by far their
primary article.

● Address: 3429 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64111

● Phone: +1 816-756-2646

● Website: https://www.mainsmokeshop.com/

Exotic KC Vape N Smoke Shop

● Exotic KC is the biggest physical smoke shop in Kansas City, offering all its
customers an unforgettable experience and some of the most competitive prices and
largest variety of kratom strains in all the state.

● Address: 3919 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111

● Phone: 1 816-503-6442

● Website: https://exotickc.com/

660 Vape and Smoke Shop KCendor

● 660 Vape and Smoke Shop is a great alternative for people that are not only looking
for kratom but also for vaping equipment as well as CBD products and tobacco
paraphernalia.

● Address: 660 E Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64145

● Phone: 1 816-942-0151

● Website: https://660vapeandsmokekc.com/
Best Kratom Strains
The difference between the different Kratom strains tends to lie on the duration of its
stimulant effects and/or on the intensity. In low doses, kratom is considered to be a stimulant
drug that increases sociability and alertness. In higher doses, kratom may have effects
similar to those of opioid drugs, without any of the dangerous sedative consequences.
Depending on what effect you want to achieve, the type of strain that benefits you will vary

Furthermore, there are three Kratom strains that provide the most medicinal effects and that
are currently being used to treat patients with opium addiction as well as other psychological
conditions such as generalized anxiety disorder or bipolar syndrome.
Green Vein Kratom Powder
● Green Kratom strains are an increasingly popular choice for many people
experiencing depression or some form of lack of energy. This strain is well known for
its boosting effects. An excellent choice for people that have never tried the plant
before, Green Vein Kratom increases the amount of dopamine in your blood while
giving you a balanced sense of motivation and optimism.

○ Green Bali: Green Bali Kratom helps people to sustain a steady mental
performance during work and provides much needed energy after a meal.

○ Green Thai: A great alternative for coffee as it does not give any lethargy
after reaching its peak inside the organism.

○ Green Sumatra: People like this strain for its consistency of effects. Users of
this strain comment about how it helps reduce body aches and even
migraines.

Red Vein Kratom Powder

● Red-veined kratom is made from mature leaves that have been left to dry or ferment
in the open. This kratom variety carries the most balanced alkaloid profile, which
gives it the maximum potency.

○ Red Bali: People with a history of intermittent insomnia or persistent

sleeplessness benefit greatly from the sedative effects of the Red Bali
Kratom.

○ Red Thai: One of the most easy to acquire and produce of all the kratom
strains, red thai is a good alternative for people looking to get most of the
benefits of kratom without experiencing any form of euphoria.

○ Red Horn: This strain might assist the user to find a relaxing state after a long
workday or workweek and it has shown potential in dealing with cramps and
stiff muscles.

White Vein Kratom Powder

● White Vein Kratom is most commonly used as a stimulant for mental alertness and
as a cure against dizziness and fatigue. Users of the White Vein Kratom tend to
experience more concentration, motivation, and endurance for daily tasks.

○ White Bali: this strain is said to improve mood while also helping deal with
the stress of traumatic situations that prevent people from being mentally
stable.
 ○ White Sumatra: White Sumatra Kratom is one of the stronger strains among
the white vein kratom family. This means that it is perfect for people that only
want to use a small dosage or for those that want to transport kratom without
having to carry large quantities.

○ White Indo: Like many of all the kratom varieties, White Indo is ideal for
increasing focus and for inducing concentrated mental states, which are
necessary for those studying for a test or conducting mentally challenging
activities.

Things You Should Know Regarding Kratom

Is Kratom Safe?
● A study conducted by doctors Mohammad Farris Iman Leong Bin Abdullah and
Darshan Singh, for the Sains University of Malaysia in 2021, showed that low
consumption of kratom does not represent a serious health risk. This, however,
doesn't mean that the plant is completely free of side effects. High doses can cause
heart problems and should not be taken lightly.

● While the drug in itself is much less addictive and physically damaging than nicotine
or even marihuana, just like with every mind altering substance moderation is of the
essence when dealing with it.

Relevant information about Kratom in the United States:

○ There are no FDA-approved uses for kratom but this also has to do with the
outdated approach the federal government has regarding psychotropic plants.

○ The DEA classifies it as a drug of concern. (There´s talks about reducing its
category from a classified substance to just a special surveillance type)

○ The WHO recently reviewed the herb and concluded there is insufficient
evidence for a critical review and possible ban.

○ Millions of Americans (and tons more people worldwide) use the herb
moderately and with tremendously positive results with regards to
psychological and physical conditions that don't respond accordingly to
traditional medical approaches.

Traveling with Kratom

● Even if Kratom is legal in the state of Kansas you should have extreme
precautions when traveling with the plant within the state. You have to
remember that highways are federal land and that as such state laws do not apply if
you are caught with kratom in an interstate checkpoint.

● Keep the original package if traveling to reduce the chances of any potential issue. If
you need to travel with it, remember to carry the least amount possible in order to
reduce possible trouble.
 ● DO NOT attempt to travel with kratom if your destination or place of origin
criminalizes it. Always know the law of the place you are visiting.

What to Look for When Buying Kratom

While Kratom is still a supervised substance, the laws are becoming more and more
lenient as time goes by. This new legal frame, along with the growing popularity of
kratom in the United States and other western countries, has led to a surge of new
vendors and shops. This makes acquiring the product much easier but it also leads
to the question of how to determine if what you are getting is actually good or not.

To ensure a vendor's products are trustworthy, check if they are certified by the AKA,
which demands rigorous safety standards from its members. In addition, make use of
the internet and read customer reviews on the vendor of your choosing online.

● https://www.americankratom.org/)

What’s the Future of Kratom in Kansas?

● In the state of Kansas, the popularity of kratom is increasing day by day and its legal
acceptance does not seem to have many obstacles in the future. Almost all of the
newly proposed legislation, projected for the next few years, will actually aim to make
the plant even more easily accessible. We can only hope that other states follow this
path in order for people with a wide variety of medical conditions to get treatments
that are still illegal across big swaths of the country.

● In order for kratom to remain legal and for it to become available in the places where
it is still considered a dangerous substance, users and people interested in the
subject must continue advocating for its use. We need to continue spreading the
word about its positive effects, mostly in people dealing with disabilities that don't
respond well to common medications. People must continue donating to pro-kratom
organizations like the AKA so that more research into Kratom´s medicinal properties
becomes accessible. If we want to continue opening up the path for a full legalization,
we must remain updated on legal news and manifesting and speaking out when
anti-kratom bills are proposed.

● Buying kratom in Kansas is not as hard as in most other states but we still
recommend that the safest way to get top quality kratom is through online shops.
Kona Kratom, VIP Kratom, and Star Kratom are by far the best options available at
the moment and every kratom user should consider using their services.