Recognizing and Avoiding Adulterated Product

The real danger in kratom isn't the plant—it's adulteration. Here's how to identify contaminated products before they harm you.

🚨 Known Adulterants

Fentanyl

Found in "enhanced" kratom powders. Lethal dose: 2mg. Symptoms: immediate sedation, pinpoint pupils, respiratory depression. If suspected, administer naloxone immediately.

O-Desmethyltramadol

Synthetic opioid added to "kratom" products in Sweden (2009) causing 9 deaths. Creates unnatural sedation and euphoria. Lab testing required to detect.

Synthetic 7-OH

Isolated 7-hydroxymitragynine (not plant-derived). Potent but unpredictable. Avoid "extracts" over 50% concentration.

Safety Checklist

✅ Buy from GMP-certified vendors only
✅ Verify batch-specific COAs
✅ Avoid "enhanced," "super," or "extract" powders
✅ Test new batches with 0.5g dose first
✅ Keep naloxone on hand if using any opioid alternatives

Report adverse events: FDA Safety Reporting Portal