No, Salvia divinorum is not explicitly banned in Missouri, but its psychoactive constituent, salvinorin A, is classified as a controlled substance under state law. Missouri’s 2026 Omnibus Drug Control Act amendments expanded the definition of synthetic cannabinoids to include salvinorin A, effectively prohibiting possession, sale, or distribution. Local law enforcement, per Missouri State Highway Patrol directives, prioritizes enforcement against analogs of Schedule I substances, creating de facto prohibition despite the plant’s legal status.
Key Regulations for Salvia Divinorum in Missouri
- Controlled Substance Analogue Act: Salvinorin A is treated as a Schedule I controlled substance analog under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 195.017, criminalizing its possession or sale.
- Local Enforcement Priorities: The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and Kansas City Police Department enforce restrictions via “designer drug” ordinances, targeting salvia products in head shops.
- Retailer Compliance: The Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services mandates that retailers obtain DEA registration for salvia products, though none are currently approved. Violations trigger fines up to $5,000 under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 195.205.