Tracking Fake Kratom Derivatives to Protect and Educate Real Kratom Consumers
We expose synthetic additives, lab-made fakes, and misrepresented extracts marketed as “kratom,” providing transparent, evidence-backed data to help consumers identify and avoid unsafe products.
Who We Are
FakeKratom.com is a science-based resource dedicated to helping consumers, regulators, and researchers distinguish authentic botanical kratom from unsafe synthetic imitators. We provide transparent reporting, lab-verified data, and evidence-backed analysis to expose false claims and guide safer use.
Our mission is to protect the kratom community through truth and data—empowering consumers to make informed choices, supporting ethical producers, and shedding light on emerging laboratory analogs before they reach the market.
Good Guys vs Bad Actors
Not every “kratom” brand plays by the rules. Here’s how responsible, GMP-compliant vendors differ from the ones cutting corners.
✅ Good Guys (GMP Vendors)
Transparent labels, traceable batches, and verified lab tests. Every product follows Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) — the FDA’s gold standard for cleanliness, documentation, and product safety.
⚠️ Bad Actors (Non-Compliant)
Hide ingredients, skip testing, and chase “enhanced” hype. No GMP oversight, no FDA standards, and no accountability for what’s inside.
Real Kratom vs. Fake (Synthetic) Kratom
Not all “kratom” products are created equal. Some brands sell lab-made synthetic analogs that mimic kratom’s effects but carry serious health risks. Here’s how authentic, plant-based kratom compares to these artificial imitators.
🌿 Real Kratom (Natural)
Derived from the Mitragyna speciosa tree, real kratom is a natural botanical with centuries of traditional use.
- Contains only natural alkaloids (Mitragynine, 7-HMG)
- Effects range from energy to calm depending on dosage
- Lab-testable and consistent potency
- Supports transparency and ethical sourcing
- Legal and safe when sold by verified vendors
⚠️ Fake Kratom (Synthetic)
Made with lab-created analogs or RC compounds that imitate kratom but lack natural balance and safety.
- Often contains unknown or mislabeled synthetic chemicals
- Can cause overdose, heart strain, or neurotoxicity
- Usually not third-party tested or openly disclosed
- Marketed as “research kratom” or “enhanced extract”
- Short-term highs with long-term dependency risk
⚠️ Always Check the Labs
Before trying any brand, verify their lab results. Reputable companies include active QR codes on their packaging that link to real Certificates of Analysis (COAs) — not screenshots or generic PDFs. Learn how to verify them step-by-step below.
🔍 Learn How to Spot a FakeExplore Our Synthetics Database
Verified data on synthetic and modified kratom analogs — highlighting their origin, pharmacology, and safety context to help distinguish authentic botanicals from harmful lab-made compounds.