October 21, 2025
It can't both be true that beverage maker Mitra-9 concealed from consumers the "addictive nature" of its kratom products and that, for decades, "Western Civilization" has known the substance is "highly addictive," the company told a New York federal court when urging for the dismissal of a proposed class action suit.
August 19, 2025
Florida-based kratom beverage maker Mitra-9 has been hit with a proposed class action in New York federal court accusing it of misleading consumers with claims that its drinks are safe and "all natural," when in reality the active ingredient is highly addictive, causing opioid-like dependencies and withdrawals.