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Council hears public comment on draft ordinance to ban synthetic 7‑hydroxy kratom
Summary
A council sponsor introduced a draft ordinance to ban the sale of synthetic 7‑hydroxy kratom while preserving natural kratom; a nonresident manufacturer testified and warned narrow bans can lead to rapid reformulation, and council members suggested referral to the health board and alignment with pending state action.
A sponsor of an ordinance asked the Independence City Council on Feb. 9 to consider banning the sale of synthetic 7‑hydroxy kratom while allowing the sale of kratom in its natural state. The sponsor said the draft is not final and that first and second readings were tentatively scheduled in March but could change as councilors refine language.
Todd Underwood, who said he operates an FDA‑registered kratom manufacturing facility, told the council his company follows 21 CFR requirements, carries product liability insurance and…
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