DOJ Temporarily Puts Three Kratom-Related Opioids in Schedule I
A federal order effective August 26 puts MGPI, MGM-15 and MGM-16 under Schedule I controls, while traditional botanical kratom remains outside this order.
Controlled Substances
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Alibaba and Alipay US agree to $600 million resolution over alleged illegal-drug sales
The Justice Department says Alibaba Group and AUS Merchant Services, formerly Alipay US, entered non-prosecution agreements over alleged sales and imports of illegal pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, listed chemicals and pill presses.
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DOJ watchdog says DEA medical-registration controls leave gaps
A DOJ inspector-general audit found gaps in DEA renewal reviews, practitioner investigations and verification of required opioid-treatment training.