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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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 11, 2024

Though all these proposals deal with hemp regulations and consumer safety, SB3926 does not align with Ford and Collins’ bills. Stakeholders in the hemp industry are concerned that SB392’s broad language has been written so poorly that it could ban all hemp products, including CBD.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2021

On December 2, Congress introduced the CBD Product Safety and Standardization Act (the Act ), a bipartisan bill that would establish federal standards for food and beverage products containing hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD). Rice’s opinion on the need for CBD regulation. In a press release , U.S.

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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. Common methods include solvent extraction, such as using ethanol or CO2, to isolate cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Marijuana processing techniques vary depending on the desired end products.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2020

It is well known by now that CBD-infused cosmetics represent the lowest level of risk for businesses. Both the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA) mandate that cosmetics be safe and properly labeled.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2022

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is conducting an ongoing investigation into Curaleaf regarding an alleged mislabeling of a nonpsychoactive cannabidiol (CBD) product, which actually contained psychoactive delta-9 tetrahydracannabinol (THC). Curaleaf operates 101 retail cannabis dispensaries in 16 states.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

Because the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that CBD-infused foods and dietary supplements cannot be lawfully sold or marketed in the United States, we’re left with a patchwork of often inconsistent state laws. One of the areas where there can be the biggest differences is in CBD product labels.

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia Velázquez along with Representatives Jared Golden and Dwight Evans introduced a package of legislation, ( H.R. An additional thirteen states have passed laws specific to the possession of cannabidiol (CBD) oil for therapeutic purposes. 3540 , H.R. 3543 , and H.R.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Hemp Roundtable (“the Roundtable”) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to FDA in response to its request for scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds.

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The Joint Blog

JULY 8, 2022

Sometimes you might notice a different taste when combining two or more CBD oils. This is because when you do so, the chemical compositions in CBD oils come together and start reacting. Manufacturers mix their CBD oil with other thinning agents so that your vaping pen remains smoothly functioning. Pre-packaged CBD Oils.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 14, 2023

For nearly five years , the FDA and FTC have taken the position that CBD is an unlawful additive in ingestible products. Essentially, because CBD is an approved drug ingredient (in Epidiolex®), it cannot be added to foods or dietary supplements. Many CBD warning letters alleged adulteration or unapproved drug concerns.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) maintained its position that CBD in any ingestible form is subject to the drug preclusion language in the federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act via refusal letters posted regarding New Dietary Ingredient Notifications (NDIN) filed by Charlotte’s Web and Irwin Naturals, respectively. Still About Safety.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Introducing whisl, an Innovative CBD Vape Designed to Manage Your Mood Throughout the Day. This sleek, nicotine-free CBD vaporizer is designed to deliver the wellness effects of CBD from morning, throughout the day and into the night. Introducing whisl, an Innovative CBD Vape Designed to Manage Your Mood Throughout the Day.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 19, 2023

Introduction to Private Label CBD Pet Products You have probably heard about the surge in popularity of CBD products for humans, but did you know that the market for CBD pet products is growing rapidly as well? In this article, we will explore the world of private label CBD pet products, specifically for cats and dogs.

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The Joint Blog

APRIL 29, 2020

RSE Technology around the world of edible safety and here are the highlights of the interview: Can you explain the concept of edibles expiring? That said, they do differ from product to product, which is why it’s important to understand the terminology of packages and labels. We interviewed Scott Riefler, Chief Science Officer of S?RSE

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Marijuana Packaging

MAY 22, 2018

Last week, we spoke about the importance of child resistant packaging to California’s regulations for cannabis packaging. The Importance of Child-Resistant Marijuana Packaging. If you missed our story about California’s child resistant packaging regulations, we’re about to hit you up with the Cliff’s Notes.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 31, 2022

CBD has become a possible solution to various ailments, with people turning to it in droves worldwide. Whether you have problems with anxiety, pain, inflammation, or sleeplessness, CBD may be able to help. The CBD industry is expected to explode in the next few years. You May Need CBD From Specific Sources.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2020

One agency, though, that has surprisingly never lifted a finger against state-legal cannabis–though it is taking a closer look at CBD–is the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). CBD testing, packaging, and labeling is no consumer safety picnic either.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 27, 2020

We advise many of our clients, and particularly our clients the CBD and skincare spaces, on how to navigate the complex state and federal regulations that apply to marketing and labeling their products. Some related topics we’ve written on are CBD comestibles , CBD pet products , CBD in alcohol , and CBD topicals.

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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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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Last week, Oregon Representative Kurt Schrader (D) and Virginia Representative Morgan Griffith (R) introduced The Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD Consumer Protection and Market Stabilization Act of 2020 (“ H.R. In addition, the passage of this bipartisan bill would help raise the quality and safety of Hemp Products, and thus, protect consumers.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 17, 2020

Vancouver is awesome is reporting that Canadian musician Bif Naked has a cbd wellness company touting this nonsense. Over the past few weeks Canadian musician Bif Naked has been touring the country promoting her latest album and a new, unlicensed CBD company she’s launched. One of those hoops is packaging.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 23, 2020

Joining the CBD Advisory Board are: Mick Cornett, former Oklahoma City mayor; Edward Davis, former commissioner, Boston Police Department; Tom Galvin, executive director, Digital Citizens Alliance; Karen Tandy, former administrator, U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s enforcement and regulation of CBD in consumer products.

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Leafwell

JUNE 15, 2018

Hemp oil that contains CBD is often sold as a dietary supplement, and is most commonly packaged in small bottles and and applied with a dropper. These supplements can contain no more than 0.2% THC, or otherwise they are considered “cannabis”. Oils that contain more than 0.2%

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 1, 2021

As federal and state governments tackle the legalization of hemp as a distinct product from cannabis, the safety of the products produced from hemp isn’t getting the same attention as those produced from THC-based cannabis. However, a handful of states have regulations on the books that will require some testing of hemp-based CBD products.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2019

NYC’s Ban On Food, Drinks Containing CBD Goes Into Effect. CBS New York reports… New York City’s ban on food and drinks that contain CBD went into effect Monday. The city’s health code prohibits adding the cannabis-derived chemical to products, including in packaged foods. AMNY.com reports. Starting Oct.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JULY 2, 2019

The New York market has been flooded with hemp and hemp-derived CBD products in recent years, yet lacked the regulatory guidelines to support safe and legal commerce. Manufacturers of CBD-infused products will likely see similar restrictions unless and until New York State affirmatively regulates this ubiquitous niche in the market.

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TheAnswerPage

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

The content of edible products may be listed in milligrams of THC and CBD per one serving or as the total milligrams of THC and CBD with the number of servings in the package. The CBD and THC content may be listed as percentages. In some products THC may be listed first and in other products, CBD may be listed first.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2019

We’ve written extensively on this blog about industrial hemp-derived CBD products, including CBD comestibles , CBD pet products , CBD in alcohol , and CBD topicals. Our main priority was safety, effectiveness. As we’ve analyzed before, cosmetics are treated differently under federal law than food products.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2020

On September 17, I , along with my colleagues, Griffen Thorne and Vince Sliwoski , held a webinar entitled “Hemp CBD Q&A,” a recording of which is available on our blog. To avoid such situation, the hemp should be packaged and stored in a manner that reduces the risk of THC fluctuation.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) maintained its position that CBD in any ingestible form is subject to the drug preclusion language in the federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act via refusal letters posted regarding New Dietary Ingredient Notifications (NDIN) filed by Charlotte’s Web and Irwin Naturals, respectively. Still About Safety.

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The Joint Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

CBD is a good neuroprotector. But, many pet owners have a misunderstanding about cat CBD treats. They have doubts about their safety, efficacy, and purity. Here is some useful information that can help you understand why CBD treats are safe for your cat. Understanding CBD. What are CBD Treats Made of?

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 11, 2019

In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”). Hemp-CBD in Food. Hemp-CBD in Cosmetics. ” Florida is the third-largest state by population, so it is a potentially huge market for Hemp-CBD.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 8, 2021

AB 45 is key California legislation, passed in early September 2021, that makes a clear legal path for the retail sale of hemp- derived CBD dietary supplements, foods, and cosmetics in the state of California. The new law sets manufacturing, testing, and labeling standards for products that include CBD as an ingredient.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

CBD: Section 505 of the Senators’ proposal permits CBD as a dietary supplement. Specifically, the draft proposal removes the prohibition on marketing CBD as a dietary supplement, but also deems such dietary supplements adulterated if they contain a level of CBD that exceeds a government-set daily recommended serving.

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The Cannigma

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

In fact, in August of 2022, the MARS Wrigley company won a lawsuit against three online cannabis retailers who were illegally using the Skittles branding and packaging. The 2018 Farm Bill did more than legalize hemp and CBD – it also created a loophole for other cannabis products. How can illegal edibles be shipped? High potency.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Packaging/Labeling: Processor licensees must label medical marijuana packaging with Delta-8 THC content subject to Ohio Revised Code 3796.19(B)(2). Delta-8 THC” must be fully incorporated on the package and label for patient awareness. Abbreviations, such as “Delta-8” or “D8”, are not permitted.

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