International Plant and Herbal Alliance
Plant and Herbs Improving Lives
FDA Sounds Alarm on Synthetics
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Key Events
2025 Congressional Briefing on Kratom in Partnership with American Kratom Association
Understanding Recent FDA and HHS Action
Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM*
Location: Capitol Visitor Center – SVC 203-02
Building on Previous Congressional Briefings, the 2025 Congressional Briefing on kratom will bring further clarity to recent FDA action and Federal Legislation
*Lunch will be provided
New basic science that “point toward the potential of this drug [kratom] in pain research as well as the need for further research on the pharmacology of kratom’s constituents, their toxicity and potential value in the treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)”
-Dr. Nora Volkow, Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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About
the IPHA
IPHA strongly advocates for the safety of traditional plant-based products and opposes regulations that could unjustly restrict access. Through collaboration with lawmakers, public health officials, and international policymakers, the organization promotes science-based regulation over fear-driven policies, supporting adults' rights to make informed decisions for themselves.
Why the IPHA Matters
Evidence Over Emotion: IPHA recognizes valid concerns around the safety, toxicity, and misuse of emerging synthetic and/or adulterated plant-based products. However, it challenges fear-driven narratives by promoting science-based, transparent regulation that supports responsible use of pure, tested, and properly labeled herbal products.
Individual Rights & Choice: From vitamins to kratom and CBD, IPHA defends adults’ rights to access and responsibly use herbal products as part of their personal wellness choices.
Ecosystem & Cultural Stewardship: IPHA goes beyond consumer advocacy by promoting quality standards, sustainable harvesting, and fair-trade practices—protecting biodiversity and honoring the cultural heritage of traditional herbal use.
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