# DEA Moves to Ban Kratom Compound 7-OH

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration announces plans to ban 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a potent opioid-like compound found in kratom. This move targets the increasingly popular but unregulated substance, which users often seek as an alternative to prescription opioids. The proposed ban could disrupt access for many while sparking debate over safety and regulation.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/the-dea-plans-to-ban-kratom-compound-7-oh-sold-as-a-gas-station-opioid/) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:21:40 +0000