No, Salvia divinorum is illegal in Chile under Decreto Supremo 867/2007, which classifies it as a prohibited psychotropic substance. The Ministry of Health enforces this ban via the Instituto de Salud Pública, aligning with international drug control treaties. Recent 2026 amendments to Ley 20.000 expanded penalties, including fines up to 40 UTM for possession.
Key Regulations for Salvia Divinorum in Chile
- Prohibited Status: Classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under Decreto Supremo 867/2007, mirroring its inclusion in the 1971 UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances.
- Penalties: Possession or distribution incurs fines up to 40 UTM (≈$2,800 USD) or imprisonment for 541 days to 5 years, per Ley 20.000 reforms effective 2026.
- Enforcement: The Carabineros de Chile and Policía de Investigaciones conduct seizures under oversight by the Ministerio Público, with laboratory testing by ISP for salvinorin A confirmation.