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Florida Bans 7-OH Amid Addiction Concerns; Critics Disagree

8/14/2025

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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has banned 7-OH due to its potential dangers and addiction risks.
The ban is effective immediately and applies to products sold in smoke shops and convenience stores.
Critics claim the decision lacks scientific evidence, noting no confirmed deaths linked to 7-OH.
Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson pledged strict enforcement against retailers selling the substance.

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Story summary

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has banned 7-OH due to its potential dangers and addiction risks.
The ban is effective immediately and applies to products sold in smoke shops and convenience stores.
Critics claim the decision lacks scientific evidence, noting no confirmed deaths linked to 7-OH.
Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson pledged strict enforcement against retailers selling the substance.