No. Kratom is classified as a narcotic in Belgium under the Royal Decree of February 22, 1998, which aligns with the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. The Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products (FAMHP) enforces this classification, prohibiting possession, sale, or distribution. Recent 2026 compliance shifts reinforce strict penalties, including fines up to €100,000 and imprisonment for trafficking.
Key Regulations for Kratom in Belgium
- Narcotic Classification: Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is listed as a Category A narcotic, equivalent to heroin or cocaine, under Belgian law. This designation stems from its psychoactive alkaloids, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, which the FAMHP deems harmful.
- Prohibition Enforcement: The FAMHP actively monitors online sales and physical stores, with customs seizing shipments at borders. Local police conduct raids on retailers, particularly targeting “head shops” and online vendors operating in legal gray areas.
- Penalties for Non-Compliance: Individuals found in possession face up to 3 years imprisonment and €60,000 fines. Distribution or importation triggers stricter penalties, including 5–10 years imprisonment and €100,000 fines, per the Belgian Penal Code.