7OH Is Not Kratom: What You Need to Know (And What to Try Instead)

If you’ve heard of 7-hydroxymitragynine, or 7OH, you might think it’s just another part of kratom.

But here’s the truth:

7OH is not the same as traditional kratom—and we don’t want it to ever be mistaken for the real thing.

At Rebel x, we believe in kratom the way nature made it. While 7OH occurs in trace amounts naturally, the version sold in concentrated or isolated form isn’t what we stand behind. It doesn’t reflect the true, grounded experience kratom is known for.

That’s why we’ve made the decision to step away from 7OH entirely—and we no longer offer it to consumers. We’ve also removed references to it from our platform.

Not because we’re hiding something—but because clarity and trust matter more than hype.

And if you’re looking for a better alternative that still honors the plant?

Yeah—we’ve got something for you.

What Is 7OH?

7OH, short for 7-hydroxymitragynine, is a powerful alkaloid that occurs in extremely small amounts in natural kratom leaves—typically less than 0.02% of the total alkaloid content.

 Source: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Because it’s so potent, some manufacturers have found ways to isolate or chemically enhance 7OH, creating stronger products that deliver rapid effects—but stray far from the full-spectrum benefits of whole-leaf kratom.

Why 7OH Is Problematic

While technically derived from the kratom plant, 7OH is not the same as kratom. Here’s why that matters:

  • 7OH is up to 13x more potent than mitragynine—the primary alkaloid in kratom.


    Source: Kruegel et al., Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2016
  • Its high potency raises safety concerns, especially when isolated or used in high concentrations.


    In animal studies, 7OH showed effects similar to opioids—despite kratom as a whole acting differently on the body.
    Source: Hemby et al., Neuropharmacology, 2019
  • Legislators are taking action: The Texas Senate has introduced a bill that would ban 7OH but explicitly protect whole-leaf kratom.


    Source: Texas Senate Committee Hearing – April 2025

In short: 7OH doesn’t reflect the natural kratom experience. It’s isolated, unpredictable, and often the cause of misunderstandings around kratom’s safety.

Why We’ve Removed 7OH

At Rebel X, our focus is on safe, effective, plant-based wellness. We believe in full-spectrum kratom—not lab-made shortcuts.

That’s why we made the decision to:

Remove all 7OH-related content and products from our site

 

Educate our community about the difference between 7OH and real kratom

 

Direct people toward trusted, transparent alternatives

 

A Better Alternative: King K

If you’re looking for energy, mood support, focus, or relief—the kind you expect from real kratom—without synthetic isolates or legal gray areas, we’ve got something built for exactly that.

King K Kratom is our premium line of whole-leaf, lab-tested kratom and full spectrum extracts blends designed to bring you all the benefits of the plant—without the controversy of compounds like 7OH.

What Makes King K Different:

  • We use extracts made from 100% whole leaf kratom
  • Lab-tested for purity, safety, and consistency
  • Thoughtfully formulated blends for energy, calm, or balance
  • Compliant with current and proposed legislation—built to last

Whether you’re new to kratom or a long-time advocate, King K offers the natural power of the plant, without compromise.

Final Thoughts

As research, policy, and public awareness continue to evolve, one thing remains true:

Not all kratom products are created equal.

At Rebel X, we’re committed to transparency, quality, and your wellness. That’s why we’re stepping away from 7OH—and stepping up with solutions that are safe, effective, and rooted in tradition.

Ready to experience kratom the way it was meant to be?

Explore King K Kratom Now

Your next favorite strain might just be waiting.

References

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) – What is Kratom?
  2. Kruegel AC et al. – Synthetic and Natural Analogues of Mitragynine (J Med Chem, 2016)
  3. Hemby SE et al. – Abuse Liability of Kratom Alkaloids (Neuropharmacology, 2019)
  4. Texas Senate Committee Video Archive – April 2025 Hearing on 7OH

 

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