No. Salvia Divinorum is classified as a controlled drug under Singapore’s Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA), rendering its possession, sale, or consumption illegal. The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) enforces strict penalties, including imprisonment and caning, for violations. Recent 2026 regulatory reviews have not altered its prohibited status.
Key Regulations for Salvia Divinorum in Singapore
- Prohibition under MDA: Listed as a Class A controlled substance, mirroring penalties for heroin or cocaine, with mandatory minimum sentences for trafficking.
- Strict import controls: The Singapore Customs and CNB jointly monitor all incoming parcels; undeclared shipments trigger immediate seizure and prosecution.
- Zero-tolerance enforcement: Even trace amounts in personal possession incur charges, with no exceptions for traditional or religious use claims.
Local pharmacies and herbal shops are prohibited from stocking Salvia Divinorum, and online listings are aggressively policed via digital surveillance. The MDA’s Fourth Schedule explicitly includes Salvia divinorum and its psychoactive compound, salvinorin A, ensuring no loopholes for analog substances. Businesses handling related paraphernalia face fines up to SGD 10,000 or imprisonment under the Poisons Act. Travelers transiting through Singapore with Salvia Divinorum are subject to the same penalties, regardless of final destination.