Is Kratom Legal in South Carolina? (2023 update)

South Carolina has not imposed any restrictions against the use, sale, or possession of kratom. As a result, all of the state's cities are free to buy, sell and possess the substance.

However, this begs the question. Will kratom remain indefinitely legal in South Carolina? The answer and more can be found in this guide. 

The short answer is yes. 

Unlike other states, South Carolina has not imposed any type of kratom ban, which means all cities and towns in the area can use, possess, and distribute kratom without encountering any problems with the law.

Cities inside South Carolina, like Columbia, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Spartanburg, and Greenville do not impose any restrictions. Moreover, the use and monitoring of the substance remain unregulated.

Interestingly enough, most states which have zero kratom regulations require their residents to be within a certain age in order to buy and use kratom. 

However, South Carolina, which doesn't regulate kratom, does not have any type of age restriction on the plant. Only in North Carolina, its neighboring state, you must be 18 to purchase the herb. 

Therefore, whether you are visiting South Carolina or are a current resident, rest assure you can use the kratom however you want without getting in any legal trouble. 

Therefore, they have not attempted to classify kratom as any type of harmful substance, and thus, it remains completely unclassified until this very day, January 15, 2023. 

If you're curious about kratom's legality at a federal level, check out this post I wrote called, "Is Kratom Legal in The US?

After doing my research, I was unable to find any proposals from state legislators with the intention of either banning or regulating kratom. 

The state has no intention of changing the legality status of kratom.

Hence, if you're an avid kratom user residing in South Carolina, and are worried about losing your access to this amazing plant, rest assure, you've got nothing to worry about. 

However, if you're in need of kratom and cannot wait a few days for the delivery, you can find it in the following locations: 

1. Head shops
2. Smoke shops
3. Dispensaries
4. Vape shops
5. Botanical shops

You might also find kratom at pharmacies, liquor stores, or gas stations. However, these three places are much less likely to have it in stock than the list mentioned above. 

Additionally, once you find a place that stocks kratom, make sure it is labeled as organic, and if possible, ask for lab results.

From my experience, brick and mortar stores rarely have lab tests available, so you're best bet is going to be checking the brand's website. The lab results are usually linked in the footer menu. To make your life easier, I've gone ahead and checked for the most popular vendor in South Carolina's three biggest cities. If you're in town, go ahead and pay them a visit for all your kratom needs. 

Charleston

Smoke 'N Brew

815 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412

843 501-7979

Hours: Mon - Sat 10am - 10pm & Sun 1pm - 8pm

Columbia

High Life Smoke Shop Columbia

631-A Harden St, Columbia, South Carolina 29205

803 255-3485

Hours: Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm & Sun 11am - 8pm

North Charleston

540 Smoke & Vape

4950 Centre Pointe Dr #118 North Charleston, SC 29418

843 202-0623

Hours: Mon - Sat 7am - 11pm & Sun 10am - 10pm

In short, kratom is legal in South Carolina, and none of its cities have specific rules regarding the substance. Unlike other states where kratom is also legal, South Carolina doesn't have any age restrictions. Whether you're visiting or reside in the state, feel free to buy and use kratom freely without the fear of legal repercussions.