In response to the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) recent recommendation to ban synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products, Authentic Kratom has expressed strong support for the decision — calling it a necessary step toward preserving the safety, integrity and future of the natural kratom industry.
In late July, the FDA moved to restrict the production and sale of synthetic 7-OH, a lab-altered compound often misrepresented as part of natural kratom products but associated with significantly elevated potency and increased health risks.
The agency cited concerns about public safety, improper labelling, and misleading marketing practices.
"We stand with the FDA in taking action against synthetic 7-OH," said Abdullah Mamun, founder of Authentic Kratom.
"Our mission has always been to provide high-quality, responsibly sourced kratom that stays true to its natural roots. Synthetic manipulation undermines consumer trust and puts the entire kratom community at risk."
As an advocate for responsible use, Authentic Kratom has long opposed the sale of adulterated or synthetically enhanced kratom products.
The company exclusively offers naturally derived kratom powders, capsules, and extracts, all sourced from vetted growers and rigorously lab-tested for purity and safety.
The FDA's action aligns with growing calls across the kratom industry for more transparency and accountability.
Although the majority of kratom users seek the traditional benefits of the Mitragyna speciosa plant, a small subset of producers has introduced synthetic 7-OH compounds to intensify effects — raising alarm among regulators, advocates and ethical retailers alike.
"Consumers deserve to know what they're putting in their bodies," explained Mamun.
"By taking a hard line against synthetic derivatives, the FDA is sending a clear message: Kratom's future depends on staying natural, safe and transparent."
The company will continue to closely monitor developments and maintain its commitment to providing safe, authentic products rooted in tradition and integrity.