No. Salvia Divinorum is not explicitly banned in Ireland, but its psychoactive constituent, salvinorin A, is controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Acts (as amended) via the 2017 Schedule to the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substances) Act. The Drug and Alcohol Information and Support Unit (DAISU) under the Department of Health monitors emerging substances, and while salvia itself remains unlisted, possession for human consumption may trigger prosecution under broader drug legislation.
Key Regulations for Salvia Divinorum in Ireland
- Psychoactive Substances Act 2016: Bans the sale or supply of substances capable of producing a psychoactive effect, including salvia if marketed for intoxication.
- Misuse of Drugs Acts (Amendments 2017): Salvinorin A is classified as a controlled drug, criminalizing possession, supply, or production without authorization.
- Customs Enforcement: Revenue’s Customs Service seizes salvia imports under the 2010 Customs (Prohibited and Restricted Goods) Regulations, aligning with EU early warning systems.
Irish courts have upheld prosecutions for salvia under “possession with intent to supply” if quantities exceed personal use thresholds. The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) advises against unregulated use, citing lack of safety data. Travelers importing salvia risk confiscation or criminal charges under the Criminal Justice Act 2006.