Restrictions on kratom, hemp take effect in Philadelphia

Ban Restrictions on kratom, hemp take effect in Philadelphia The new ordinance bans kratom products with high levels of psychoactive ingredients. WPVI By 6abc Digital Staff Thursday, November 12, 2026 12:24PM Share PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- New restrictions on kratom and hemp take effect in Philadelphia. The products are often marketed as herbal supplements but are also commonly referred to as gas station drugs. The new ordinance bans kratom products with high levels of psychoactive ingredients. Kratom also cannot be sold to anyone under 21. SS United States completes final voyage, sinks to Gulf floor to become artificial reef Delayed Buses: Philly parents say it's been a bumpy road getting kids to school on time AccuWeather: Gusty thunderstorms today in the Philadelphia region 1 hour ago As for hemp, products that do not fall under the federal definition of hemp are banned. City Council passed the order in June, and Mayor Cherelle Parker signed it in September. Businesses found in violation can be fined. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics PHILADELPHIA BAN ILLEGAL DRUGS SUPPLEMENTS HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS PENNSYLVANIA POLITICS Gov. Shapiro signs bill banning cell phones in Pennsylvania schools Local VFW to lose thousands of dollars due to skill games machine ban Skill games banned in Pennsylvania, except at casinos and truck stops US ban on $1B worth of Canadian imports goes into effect Watch Live ON NOW SS United States completes final voyage, sinks to Gulf floor Bus delays causing kids to be late for school | Investigation AccuWeather: Gusty thunderstorms today 1 hour ago At least 8 dead, multiple injured after building collapses in Brooklyn 6 minutes ago Uber launches new parking reservation service in Philadelphia 41 minutes ago