In a significant move to address growing public health concerns, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced an emergency rule banning the sale and use of 7-OH products, a synthetic compound found in some kratom items. The state has classified 7-OH as a Schedule I drug, aligning it with other substances that pose severe addiction and overdose risks. This decision has been supported by various health officials, including the FDA Commissioner, who acknowledges the dangers associated with synthetic 7-OH products. The ban further emphasizes a broader scrutiny of kratom and its derivatives, as states and federal agencies increasingly focus on regulating substances linked to addiction and health crises.