Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The latest “drop” comes in the form of an August 1 memo from the Washington State Department of Agriculture (“WSDA”) titled Restrictions on the use of hemp CBD as a food ingredient. Epidiolex contains CBD. According to the WSDA, Hemp-CBD is not approved as a food ingredient.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

One-third of commercially marketed CBD products tested positive for the presence of synthetic, psychoactive adulterants while others tested negative for any presence of cannabidiol, according to an investigation by the Associated Press. Not a single product tested contained the precise amount of CBD that was advertised on the packaging.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 28, 2019

This bill is aimed at paving the way for adding industrial hemp derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) to foods, beverages, and cosmetics. A food or beverage is not adulterated by the inclusion of industrial hemp products, including cannabidiol derived from industrial hemp.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2019

Hemp CBD cookies, anyone? Our California hemp lawyers have been getting pummeled with questions about the legality of industrial hemp derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) ever since the 2018 Farm Bill was signed in January (and especially since our recent hemp and Hemp CBD webinar ). CBD in Foods, Beverages, and Cosmetics.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 23, 2023

Business of Cannabis reports Ana Oliveira, Chief Inspector of the National Operations Unit of the Public Information Division of the ASAE (Food and Economic Security Authority), has informed Cannareporter that, in the last 4 years, 208 economic operators were inspected in Portugal, with the initiation of 31 countervailing proceedings and 18 criminal (..)

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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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Project CBD

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

HerbalGram, the acclaimed quarterly journal of the American Botanical Council, recently published its 2021 “Herb Market Report,” which included data on sales of CBD as an herbal ingredient in mainstream and natural retail channels in the United States. E-commerce sales of CBD in the U.S. Consumers spent roughly $31.3

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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. US Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.),

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Project CBD

JANUARY 31, 2023

26, the FDA issued a CBD policy statement that reaffirmed its longstanding unwillingness or inability to regulate nonpharmaceutical CBD products. ” After stonewalling for years, the Foot Dragging Administration is basically admitting that its bureaucracy is unable to scale with the scope and magnitude of popular interest in CBD.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) continues to drag its feet in forging a clear path for the sale and marketing of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) products, foreign agencies and industry players are leading the way by adopting their own sets of regulations. the global CBD skincare market is expected to reach $1.7

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Last week, I attended Portland’s Hemp CBD Connex , an annual event that highlights the vast potential of hemp and CBD. Of interest to me–because my practice focuses on the regulatory framework of CBD products–was a panel entitled “Weeding Through the CBD Jungle: How to Grow, Run and Be Successful.”

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Cannabis Chronicles

APRIL 2, 2019

regulators are planning a public hearing to collect more information on CBD in cosmetics, foods and other products as the cannabis compound spreads in popularity. CBD comes from marijuana or hemp plants but does not cause a high. The FDA has approved a pharmaceutical version of CBD to treat rare seizure disorders.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

This past year, the cannabidiol (“CBD”) craze has taken the world by surprise, showing remarkable prospect for economic growth. According to BDS Analytics and Arcview Market Research , the CBD market is expected to surpass $20 billion by 2024 in the United States alone. Novel Food Regulations . Unlike the U.S.

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Project CBD

JULY 28, 2023

Scialdone is currently founder and president of BetterChem Consulting , which provides consulting services worldwide in the chemical, food, plant essential oil, and cannabis industries. with unknown pharmacological and safety profiles.” with unknown pharmacological and safety profiles.” Dr. Mark A.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) had a busy Monday this week. On November 25, the agency issued warning letters to 15 businesses selling hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) products as unapproved drugs. The FDA also released updated consumer guidance on Hemp-CBD. The FDA has approved CBD as a drug: Epidiolex.

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The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

As we reported here , the CBD craze is sweeping the nation. Any product, including “Cannabidiol” (CBD) products, with a concentration of more than 0.3% We have had inquiries about whether the Department of Transportation-regulated safety-sensitive employees can use CBD products.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (Hemp CBD). The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry (ODAFF) passed temporary rules in May of 2018. A license is not required to manufacture Hemp CBD products. California.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill and the legalization of hemp and hemp derivatives, including cannabidiol (“CBD”), has led to a massive CBD craze in the United States. Although hemp cultivation is lawful, UK farmers are prohibited from processing hemp flowers and leaves, where the highest CBD content can be found.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2023

Hemp Today report A batch of applications for CBD products submitted by a UK trade group has been advanced by food safety authorities.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 3, 2019

In its largest mass enforcement action involving cannabidiol (CBD) yet, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced on November 25 the issuance of 15 warning letters to various companies for illegally selling products containing CBD. Previously, the FDA had indicated it would generate a report by this Fall.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 18, 2019

One such report, released on June 3, provided insight on hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”). Despite that, it’s kind of a big deal because it outlines Congress’ expectations for the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) when it comes to Hemp-CBD. Though hemp only has 0.3%

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

The recent wave of crackdowns on cannabidiol (“CBD”)-infused alcohol beverages has further exacerbated public confusion regarding the legal status of the cannabis plant’s non-psychoactive compound. Drinks Infused with CBD Oil or Extracts. Pre-Manufactured Alcohol Beverages Infused with Hemp.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

MAY 1, 2024

The decisions come five long years after the European Commission decided CBD products were to be considered as novel foods. This FSA Scientific Committee endorsement indicates that the companies successfully fulfilled the rigorous safety criteria necessary to progress to the final stage of the Novel Food Licensing process.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

The fate of 67 CBD food safety applications is unclear as UK food safety authorities reported June 1 that only 250 are still under active review. The Food Safety Agency (FSA) had said 317 applications were still under consideration when it last reported figures at the end of April. Hemp Today reports.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 15, 2021

Close behind it — in both regards — is CBD, which despite having been studied for decades, has only become the center of a billion dollar industry in recent years. Cannabidiol (CBD) belongs to a class of molecules called cannabinoids , which are produced almost exclusively in cannabis — hence the name. CBD vs THC. CBD vs CBDA.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 23, 2020

On Thursday, December 17th, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it was taking action against six companies selling CBD-based products. Five out of the six companies also had to pay a fine to the FTC, ranging from $20,000 to $85,000—the first monetary sanctions issued by the FTC against CBD product manufacturers and sellers.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 25, 2019

The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) seems to be listening. For the past six months, the federal agency has been bombarded with messages, urging the FDA to promptly develop a regulatory pathway for the lawful use of hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) in foods and dietary supplements.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 18, 2023

Three different types of cannabidiol (CBD) oils produced by Charlotte’s Web have been banned by British regulators. The British Food Standards Agency (FSA) has also disqualified approximately 100 CBD products for undisclosed reasons. Despite the law’s passing, CBD is still widely unregulated in the United Kingdom.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Product: Various CBD Foods and Food Supplements. tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was detected in the below batches of CBD foods and food supplements. Nature Of Danger: The implicated batches of CBD foods and food supplements contain unsafe levels of delta?9?tetrahydrocannabinol

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 13, 2019

The warning letters were released just a few days following Gottlieb’s testimony to a Senate subcommittee, in which he announced that his agency would use enforcement discretion against CBD product manufacturers who are making “over-the-line claims.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2021

Landmark bill would stabilize hemp market by creating regulatory pathway for CBD in food, beverages, and dietary supplements (WASHINGTON) —… Read More.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 18, 2019

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”). A smaller but growing number of states also regulate the sale of products derived from hemp. Each Sunday we will summarize a new state in alphabetical order. Emphasis added).

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

CBD hash is a concentrated version of CBD, derived from the cannabis plant’s non-psychoactive chemical component. You might be familiar with cannabis hash and have definitely heard of CBD. However, you may not be aware that CBD hash is available for purchase. What is CBD? What is CBD Hash?

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NORML

MARCH 16, 2020

During this trying time, we must come together to protect this community, as well as the health and safety of others. We also encourage everyone to remain vigilant of online misinformation (like any claims cannabis or CBD can help cure or protect against this virus) and to beware of potential scammers promoting similar claims.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

JANUARY 30, 2023

… -up campaign in the Pinetown CBD this week which focuses on … food outlets in the Pinetown CBD during. Read More

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Food Safety and Security Authority of India (FSSAI) has given a green light to hemp seeds, hemp seed oil and seed-based flour as food and food ingredients , indicating the development of a huge market with some 1.4 New Regulations: Key Features . Only hemp seeds from plants that have less than 0.3%

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 21, 2019

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”). 25-5-426, which establishes that the manufacturing of an “industrial hemp” or “hemp product” must comply with Colorado’s Food and Drug Act.

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