# Is Kratom Legal in Canada?
> A plain-language breakdown of kratom's legal status across Canada in 2025.
## Summary
Kratom is legal to buy, sell, and possess in Canada. It is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). However, it cannot be sold as a food or health product without Health Canada approval.
## Federal Status
- Kratom is NOT listed under the CDSA â it is not a controlled substance
- Health Canada has not approved kratom as a natural health product (NHP)
- Kratom can be sold legally as a botanical or for research purposes
- It cannot be marketed with health claims without NHP approval
## Provincial Status
No Canadian province has independently banned kratom. It is legal to purchase and possess in:
- British Columbia
- Ontario
- Alberta
- Quebec
- Manitoba
- Saskatchewan
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Prince Edward Island
## What This Means for Buyers
- You can legally order kratom online and have it shipped to any province
- Customs may occasionally flag shipments but there is no law against importation for personal use
- Buying from a Canadian supplier like 365 Kratom Canada avoids customs delays entirely
## Lab Testing & Safety
Because kratom is unregulated, product quality varies widely between vendors. 365 Kratom Canada third-party lab tests every batch for purity, alkaloid content, and contaminants.
## Related Pages
- [Shop Lab-Tested Kratom](/collections/buy-kratom-online)
- [Kratom Safety Guide](/blogs/kratom-safety-1)
- [Kratom Buying Guide](/blogs/kratom-buying-guide)
- [FAQ](/pages/faqs)
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Source: 365 Kratom Canada | https://365kratomcanada.com/blogs/what-is-kratom/is-kratom-legal-in-canada-2025-policy-breakdown
