No, Salvia divinorum is not explicitly banned in New Jersey, but its sale, distribution, or possession for human consumption is prohibited under the state’s 2021 Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Act amendments. The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs classifies salvinorin A—the psychoactive compound in Salvia divinorum—as a Schedule I CDS, mirroring federal DEA scheduling trends. Local municipalities, including Newark and Jersey City, have enacted additional ordinances targeting its retail sale, aligning with 2026 compliance directives from the NJ Attorney General’s Office to curb novel psychoactive substances.
Key Regulations for Salvia Divinorum in New Jersey
- Schedule I Classification: Salvinorin A is designated as a Schedule I controlled substance under N.J.S.A. 24:21-5, criminalizing possession, manufacture, or distribution with penalties up to 5 years imprisonment and $35,000 fines.
- Retail Restrictions: Businesses may not sell Salvia divinorum for human consumption; violations trigger penalties under the Consumer Fraud Act, enforced by the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs.
- Local Ordinances: Municipalities like Trenton and Camden have passed ordinances banning its sale, requiring retailers to verify compliance with state and local laws under 2026 AG guidance.