NH SB557

Prohibits the sale, distribution, or advertising of kratom and kratom products to anyone under 21 years of age, with products required to be kept behind sales counters and valid photo ID required for all purchases

Establishes a licensing system administered by the Department of Health and Human Services for kratom manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers, with initial fees of $2,500 for manufacturers/importers/distributors and $1,500 for retailers

Bans kratom products containing synthetic alkaloids, heavy metals above specified limits (arsenic <2 ppm, cadmium <0.82 ppm, lead <1.2 ppm, mercury <0.4 ppm), or excessive concentrations of active compounds (mitragynine >150mg per serving, 7-hydroxymitragynine >1mg per serving)

Requires specific labeling including health warnings about habit-forming potential, pregnancy risks, medication interactions, serving size recommendations, and alkaloid content in child-resistant packaging

Establishes penalties including fines up to $1,000 for first offense and $2,000 for second offense of product/sales violations, with license revocation on third offense, and $5,000 fines for operating without a license, effective January 1, 2027