Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Although DOH launched the Program in November 2020 and began accepting licensing and permit applications for cannabinoid hemp processors, distributors, and retailers, the state agency didn’t initiate the formal rulemaking process until June 2 of this year. Ensuring cannabinoid hemp products meet specific concentration limits.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 1, 2024

In recent years, the spotlight on CBD (cannabidiol) within medical marijuana has intensified, with researchers and medical professionals delving deeper into its potential therapeutic benefits. CBD, one of the many cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, has been garnering attention for its promising effects on various health conditions.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 25, 2024

However, the production of medical cannabis involves a meticulous process to ensure quality, potency, and safety for patients. Quality Control in MMJ Production: Quality control is paramount throughout every phase of medical marijuana production to guarantee uniformity, potency, and safety.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The CBD Product Safety and Standardization Act (the Act ) indicates that the Feds might regulate CBD as a food ingredient, and that it may lead to regulation of other cannabinoids. If the Feds regulate CBD as a food ingredient, it could seriously change the game (in a good way) for hemp CBD companies.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

On February 21, the Natural Product Association (NPA) filed a citizen petition with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on specific cannabidiol (CBD) relief in which it requests enforcement discretion for the premarket approval of CBD products. Issue notice-and-comment rulemaking to establish that CBD is lawful under the FDCA.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 8, 2022

01 Jul 2022 — The UK’s Food and Standard Agency (FSA) has reached a “milestone” after authorizing almost 12,000 cannabinoid (CBD) products to its public list of items that can be marketed in England and Wales. It is an indication that the UK is moving faster than the EU and US at advancing safety regulation.”.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 25, 2024

Let’s go over the three main components of ECS to better understand, they are: endocannabinoids, cannabinoid receptors, and enzymes. Cannabinoid Receptors: Cannabinoid receptors are protein molecules located on the surface of cells throughout the body, particularly in the central nervous system and peripheral tissues.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

introduced legislation on May 21 to ensure hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) is regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) like other ingredients used in dietary supplements, foods, and beverages. FDA has approved one drug, Epidiolex®, which contains CBD. Cosmetics containing CBD are not subject to this particular provision.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

The Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) recently finalized new administrative rules on Delta-8 THC and other artificially derived cannabinoids as directed by HB 3000 (2021). Delta-8 THC and other Artificially Derived Cannabinoids. Artificially Derived Cannabinoids Allowed in SOME Situations.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

These regulations aim to maintain quality control, prevent diversion to the illicit market, and ensure patient safety. Marijuana Processing Techniques Once the cannabis plants reach maturity, they undergo processing to extract the beneficial compounds, such as cannabinoids and terpenes.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 2, 2024

The complex interactions between cannabinoids and the endocannabinoid system, coupled with anti-inflammatory effects, also suggest potential benefits in modulating cancer cell growth. Studies exploring the potential anti-cancer properties of CBD have indicated its ability to modulate various cellular pathways involved in cancer progression.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Medical marijuana, with its diverse range of cannabinoids and potential health benefits, has emerged as a subject of interest in the context of women’s health. Medical marijuana, particularly cannabinoids like CBD, has been studied for its anxiolytic and antidepressant properties.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 12, 2019

The CBD regulatory body for the industry, the Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI), has set a deadline of December 20, 2019, for acknowledgement of engagement from ACI members in the CBD Novel Foods application process. The ACI is aiming to create global standards for CBD industry regulation.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 21, 2022

Unfortunately, this appetite combined with a lack of access to regulated marijuana has perpetuated both a robust and unregulated illicit marijuana market, and an unregulated hemp industry where intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC, Delta-9 THC, THC-O and HHC are freely sold directly to consumers. If the plant tests above 0.3%

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 26, 2021

RESULTS from a major US trial over 800 people over the past seven months found CBD use has zero impact on the liver. In March, last year the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requested specific data on liver toxicity data after saying it believed from CBD use posed ‘real risks’ to human health. UK Requires CBD Safety Evidence.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 14, 2019

The Spanish Agency for Consumer Affairs, Food Safety and Nutrition (AECOSAN) has struck a blow against hemp food producers in their ongoing efforts to clear a path for hemp extracts in food across Europe. Language in rules affecting CBD, updated Jan. The Catalogue is essentially a food safety mechanism. Part of broader struggle.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 20, 2021

The permitted maximum levels for THC in hemp foods – including cannabidiol (CBD) food supplements – in the European Union “are unnecessarily low and not supported by scientific evidence,” Kruse insisted, speaking at the 18 th Annual EIHA conference, “Hemp for Europe: Emerging opportunities for the Green Recovery.”. “It

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

We’ve been writing a lot on this blog about the regulation and sale of cannabidiol (“CBD”) products at the state and federal levels. The United States is not the only international actor, however, that is concerned with regulating the sale of CBD products, including CBD-infused foods. extracts of Cannabis sativa L.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2020

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (Hemp CBD). Health & Safety Code § 443.001 et seq., Health & Safety Code § 443.001 et seq., Today we turn to Texas.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

In the early months of 2019, and after the recent passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, an increasing number of state and municipal agencies continue to pay close attention to hemp-derived CBD products, in some cases leaving products under siege by regulators.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Health Europa reports 6th November 2019 Following an extensive six-month consultation with key stakeholders since the release of a landmark report ‘ CBD in the UK ‘, the new trade association, ACI , aimed at leading CBD industry regulation, is being launched at a ground-breaking CBD Summit on Friday, 8 November.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) were detected in certain batches of CBD” and they were being immediately recalled. The cannabis plant contains a range of cannabinoids – some of which are psychoactive. The FSAI found that “unsafe Levels of delta?9?tetrahydrocannabinol Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is psychoactive and is considered a narcotic.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 6, 2019

Europe CBD Expo is the UK’s First Ever Medicinal Cannabis and Cannabinoids Trade Show to Convene on 12th-13th July at the ExCeL London. The Conference will focus on discussions by the world’s leading names and industry experts in the cannabis and cannabinoids spheres. Click here to view the agenda .

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Marijuana and Cannabinoids: Health, Research and Regulatory Considerations (Position Paper). 1 Simultaneously, the AAFP acknowledges preliminary evidence indicates marijuana and cannabinoids may have potential therapeutic benefits, while also recognizing subsequent negative public health and health outcomes associated with cannabis use.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

(SC Labs) today announced that the company has received ISO (International Organization for Standardization) accreditation for a comprehensive hemp/CBD testing panel that combines the regulatory requirements of all states that publish hemp testing rules. About SC Labs SC Labs offers comprehensive solutions for cannabis and hemp testing.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

Self-Affirmed GRAS status and recent regulatory achievements position HempFusion to meet or exceed US & global standards for CBD products. CBD –HempFusion Wellness Inc. Self-affirmed GRAS status is a major milestone that only a select few highly responsible CBD companies have achieved,” said Jason Mitchell, N.D.,

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 28, 2022

New Draft Standard Provides Clarification On Glossary Terms, Intoxicating Cannabinoid Products and Manufacturer Requirements. of the standard for its Certification Program for public comment to better serve the evolving hemp and CBD industries. Hemp Authority® has released a draft Version 4.0 Hemp Authority® Standard v4.0

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Earlier this month, California legislators passed a law, AB 45 , aimed at providing guardrails for an expanded consumer marketplace for products containing hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) in California. With the new law’s passage, many hemp-derived CBD products will be able to enter the market legally in California.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 25, 2021

According to the federal government, the Cannabis Act’s three stated objectives are to (i) keep cannabis out of the hands of young people, (ii) keep profits out of the pockets of criminals, and (iii) protect public health and safety by allowing adults to access legal cannabis. Use of Non-controlled Cannabinoids in Food.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 4, 2021

CBD products however are legal in Ireland once they fall within specific regulations. The level of THC in CBD products should fall below 0.2% Customers should always ask questions regarding the quality, strengths, dosage and ingredients of CBD oils and other hemp products before or during product selection. What Is CBD?

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Delta-8 THC is making big waves in the cannabis industry at the minute, but with warnings from the FDA and CDC , not to mention harrowing accounts from users , it’s clear there’s more going on with the novel cannabinoid than meets the eye. Testing for Safety: Are Impurities a Problem? Photo: CBD Oracle. Table of Contents.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2019

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”). Maine began authorizing the commercial sale of industrial hemp and Hemp-CBD products in 2015. 585 to align Maine with the 2018 Farm Bill and clarify the legality of Hemp-CBD foods.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Moreover, there’s an increasing demand for high-CBD products, driven by their potential therapeutic benefits and reduced psychoactive effects. Regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction but typically encompass licensing requirements, product safety standards, and distribution protocols.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2019

But while THC struggles to reach legitimacy, another cannabinoid walked in without a problem. Cannabidiol (CBD) took the West by storm in recent years, to the point where it is clearly mainstream. supplement companies helped dominate the market by using industrial hemp to source their CBD. Like in the U.S., Like in the U.S.,

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

From selecting suitable strains with specific cannabinoid profiles to employing advanced cultivation techniques, growers delve into the intricate genetics that govern medicinal properties. Moreover, mastering the vegetative and flowering phases aligns with the science of maximizing cannabinoid and terpene production.

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Marijuana Packaging

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The changes place the brunt of the responsibility for child resistance on dispensaries, giving manufacturers and producers until 2020 to get their packaging up to state compliance standards. Cultured Cannabinoids Are On the Way. to begin production on cultured cannabinoids.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 4, 2021

pipeline of hemp-based CBD products to Brazil, Mexico and other countries, and we’ve had tremendous demand for our products. We support the Hemp Roundtable’s statements on psychoactive hemp and that it should be regulated separately from hemp, CBD, CBG and other non-psychoactive or non-intoxicating cannabinoids.

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