Utah Kratom Lawsuit Dismissed as Pure-Leaf Sales Rules Stand

A federal lawsuit challenging Utah’s kratom regulation law has been dismissed, leaving the state’s pure-leaf sales framework in place, according to court records reviewed by FOX 13 News. The parties, including Botanic Tonics LLC and the Global Kratom Coalition, agreed in late September to dismiss the case and a related appeal, with each side bearing its own costs.

The Utah Attorney General’s Office said a new pure-leaf kratom product had been submitted to the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food for review and approved, after which the company dismissed its suit. Under the law, which took effect on May 6, 2026, pure leaf kratom may be sold only through designated retail shops and only to adults 21 and older. The sponsor of the original law, Sen. Mike McKell, has indicated he may pursue further restrictions in the upcoming legislative session.