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The Legal Status of Cannabis for Animals

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This explosion of interest in the use of cannabis and CBD for animals has led to the development of a multi-million dollar industry creating cannabis-based products for pets. As with humans, cannabis for pets can be broadly divided into two categories : hemp-based CBD and true medical cannabis (marijuana) products. Related story.

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FDA CBD Regulations Are On the Way (Sorta)

Canna Law Blog

None of that stopped the FDA from taking the position that CBD is not a supplement, and that it cannot be an ingredient in food and beverages for humans or pets without violating the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act (“FDCA”). 2018 Farm Bill. The 2018 Farm Bill didn’t regulate CBD though. States do their own thing.

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Hemp-CBD Pet Foods Are Everywhere But Are They Legal?

Canna Law Blog

According to recent reporting , pet industry spending is expected to reach $96 billion by 2020 with CBD as one of its fastest growing sections. Following the enactment of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”), there has been a huge interest in the use of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”) for our furry friends.

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Hemp/CBD Litigation: Curaleaf Hit With Federal Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Securities Violations

Canna Law Blog

As this CNBC report explains, The FDA told the cannabis company earlier this week that it was ‘illegally selling’ CBD products with ‘unsubstantiated claims’ that the products treat cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, opioid withdrawal, pain and pet anxiety.” The same care and research went into the development of Bido.

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United States: Federal Trademark Considerations For Cannabis/CBD Goods And Services

Cannabis Law Report

The most recent federal law to address potential legal uses of cannabis/CBDderived goods is the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, colloquially known as the 2018 Farm Bill. Signed into law on December 20, 2018, the 2018 Farm Bill formally acknowledges that hemp, defined as the plant “Cannabis sativa L.

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How Hemp-CBD Companies Should Think About Trademark Strategy

Canna Law Blog

Last year, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued Examination Guide 1-19 : Examination of Marks for Cannabis and Cannabis-Related Goods and Services After Enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill. The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub. Trademark Act.” The Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. §§301

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USPTO Issues Clarification on Hemp-Related Trademarks

Canna Law Blog

Earlier this month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued Examination Guide 1-19 : Examination of Marks for Cannabis and Cannabis-Related Goods and Services After Enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill. The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub. Trademark Act.” 801 et seq. 301 et seq (FDCA).

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