Question
Asked by Brent from USA | Jun. 27, 2015 03:50
About:Prohibited Items

Is it ok to carry kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) in capsule form?

I will be traveling to Philippines soon with a stop in Beijing, and will be carrying an herb called kratom in capsule form in my carry on bag (approx. 150 mg). How may I contact the customs department to inquire about the legality of this herb in China?

Answers (4)
Answered by Kina from Malaysia | Jun. 28, 2015 01:58
01Reply
Usually, if it is for self use and the volume is acceptable, you are allowed to take in by showing the prescriptions. Anyway, here is the contact of the customs at PEK: 86010-12360 or 86-010-85734500
Try to dial and consult. Good luck~
Answered by Brent from USA | Jun. 28, 2015 02:13
11Reply
Hi Kina, Thank you for your reply.

Kratom is not controlled here in the U.S., and so it is not prescribed by a physician at all. As I stated, I will probably be taking around 150mg of the herb, and will be taking it myself. Can you provide me with any references that suggest it's okay to bring through China? I could not find anything at all. I even tried emailing the Chinese Department of Drug & Cosmetics Supervision but I did not receive a response. I find it quite strange that I cannot find a definitive answer.

Thank you again.
Answered by Betty from Germany | Jun. 30, 2015 02:01
11Reply
Brent, i tried to search on the internet. According to some people, they successfully brought kratom into Beijing. According to them, it isn't forbidden. They just put Kratom in their carry-on luggage.
Answered by Brent from USA | Jul. 05, 2015 00:35
10Reply
Betty, thank you for your reply. Could you please provide me with the links you found on this information during your search? I could not find any info. at all. Much appreciated!
Related Questions:
Can i take multivitamins in China? they are in capsule/tablet form.
| Oct. 24, 2015 02:45
1
answer
Carry-on is 9x14x24 inches. Is this ok?
Asked by Susan $
| May. 17, 2014 03:08
1
answer
Does a laptop bag form part of the carry in baggage from Beijing to Hongkon...
Asked by Thabo Mothebe from Lesotho
| Jun. 25, 2016 22:13
1
answer
Photo on Application Form
Asked by Pauline Lim-Hardacre from UK
| Aug. 08, 2018 00:46
1
answer
Is the photo on visa application form within 6 months taken ok?
Asked by CHII-MING KO from USA
| Mar. 04, 2015 19:19
1
answer
Do I have to pick up my passport on the exact date on the form? Or is later...
Asked by Linda from China
| Nov. 16, 2016 20:55
1
answer
Ask a Question
Categories:
Question Summary (100 characters)
Details (optional) (2,000 characters)