The FDA recommendation follows a detailed scientific review and is part of broader efforts to address concerns about the rise of 7-OH opioid products. Currently, 7-OH has no FDA-approved drug uses and is not legally permitted in dietary supplements or conventional foods.

Federal health officials are calling for urgent action against a powerful, unregulated substance being sold in gas stations, vape shops, and convenience stores across the country.

OH, a potent, unapproved opioid compound found in kratom-based products, citing serious health risks and growing abuse in unregulated supplements.

Federal officials promised on Tuesday to crack down on a potent semisynthetic opioid found in convenience store gummies, drinks and dietary supplements by putting the substance in the most restricted class of drugs.

The FDA says the drug, which is derived from the kratom plant, can easily be purchased in gas stations, corner stores, and vape shops.