If you had to define 2020 with a single word, that would be – coronavirus. As the contagious disease is spreading and affecting more and more of the world’s population, the US is not getting a break. So, you have likely already made changes to how you do things.
Your work, daily habits, social interactions, as well as how you buy food and other necessities, has been changed, if not forever, then for a long time.
When it comes to kratom, how do you buy it and remain safe during the outbreak?
Below are some tips that will make sure that you not only stay safe and healthy but also get a high-quality product.
Tips to Buy Kratom during the COVID-19 Pandemic
1. Buy Kratom Online
As social distancing has become the unpleasant new norm, many businesses have either closed or shifted their operations online. While certain local stores that sell kratom may still be open, it may be safer and more beneficial to buy kratom online.
Buying kratom online comes with quite a few benefits.
First of all, kratom tends to be fresher and more potent. Quite a few kratom vendors import their products straight from the source as opposed to getting from a distributor within the US. As a result, kratom from online vendors spends considerably less time in transit or warehouses, resulting in a much fresher and potent product.
Moreover, prices tend to be more economical. Since no additional middleman or overhead costs need to be factored in the product price, this results in a lower overall product price. In addition to that, online vendors can provide discounts and loyalty programs that allow buyers to save even more.
Finally, you don’t even need to leave your house. Your kratom order can be delivered to your home, and you simply need to pick it up without needing to have in-person interactions with anyone.
2. Sanitize Your Packages
Several studies have proven that coronavirus can survive on various surfaces for days. When you buy anything, you never know who has handled your package, and there is always a risk of someone having been sick.
So, be prepared for the worst and always treat your packages as if they are contaminated.
You can sanitize them by using a disinfectant such as Lysol. As an alternative, you could also set your kratom packages aside for a minimum of three days. This will allow any possible coronavirus to die, leaving your package safe to handle.
Consider wearing rubber or latex gloves when you pick up your package. After that, use hand sanitizer or wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. You can use nitrile gloves if you’re allergic to latex. And if you do, take a look at these nitrile gloves online.
3. Order Kratom in Advance
If you are a regular Mitragyna speciosa user, you likely know how long your kratom reserves tend to last. However, during the pandemic, things don’t always work as usual. There may be unexpected delays in the postal system, preventing you from getting your kratom on time.
To avoid unpleasant breaks without kratom, consider placing your next order in advance. This will ensure that there is plenty of time for it to arrive, and even if there are delays, they do not affect you.
4. Place Larger Orders
The pandemic does not only affect the US; it affects the entire world and is also completely unpredictable. So, your vendor may also have issues with getting their shipment on time. To prevent that from affecting you, you can get more kratom than you usually would.
Once you receive it, leave it in its unopened original packaging until you actually need it. Kratom can remain fresh in airtight packages for up to an entire year. Once you open it, transfer the powder to airtight containers and keep in in a cool, dark, and dry place.
5. Pay Attention to Lab Test Results and Legalities
While coronavirus is active, it’s in your best interests to keep any infections or diseases at bay. This includes possible pathogens that may be found in contaminated kratom powder. Some examples include salmonella and E.coli.
Therefore, check out whether kratom lab test results are available on the vendor’s website. Trustworthy vendors make a point of displaying those in a place where buyers can quickly and easily locate it. Make sure those look credible and are up-to-date.
Additionally, opt for Mitragyna speciosa vendors who either operate from states that have passed the KCPA (Kratom Consumer Protection Act) or are GMP certified.
The KCPA is a legislation that is being promoted by the AKA, the American Kratom Association, to individual states to counter the lack of regulations by the FDA. Several states, which include Nevada, Utah, and Arizona, have passed. Many more are considering KCPA, though things are slow due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
States that have passed it require mandatory kratom product testing and labeling. Incompliance leads to substantial fines or jail time.
The GMP is another initiative by the AKA. However, it’s voluntary, and incompliance leads to losing the status rather than fines or incarceration.
Final Words
Make sure to choose kratom vendors who are transparent, practice ethical advertising practices, and don’t do anything that can get kratom banned. You make choices of supporting businesses with your purchases, so support vendors whom you’d like to weather the pandemic.
Last but not least, remain safe and healthy.