Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Existing law governs the cultivation of industrial hemp in this state and establishes a registration program administered by county agricultural commissioners and the Department of Food and Agriculture for growers of industrial hemp, hemp breeders, and established agricultural research institutions, as defined. DIGEST KEY.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

This post provides an overview of the regulatory framework of alcoholic beverages, including pre-manufactured industrial hemp-infused drinks and “homemade” alcoholic drinks infused with CBD oil or extracts. As we previously explained , alcoholic beverages are regulated by federal and state laws.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 6, 2020

Many CBD companies have swapped the word “CBD” for the terms “hemp extract” and “full spectrum hemp” in hope of mitigating the risk of FDA and local enforcement actions. Nevertheless, the agency deems any CBD a drug ingredient, which means it cannot also be sold as a food or a dietary supplement without first being approved by the FDA.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2021

Plus, hemp-based products are legal in certain US states. Depending on your state laws, you will find that several hemp-based products are legal. However, cannabis-based products are illegal under some federal laws. Thus, before purchasing your products, it’s important to check with your federal laws. Extraction.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

… and all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids, isomers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers … with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol [THC] concentration of not more than 0.3 In 2020 New York launched a “Cannabinoid Hemp Program” in accordance with Article 33-B of the New York Public Health Law (PHL) signed by the governor.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2019

PTO has issued patents claiming strains of Cannabis , Cannabis extracts, blends of cannabinoids, methods of using or administering Cannabis or cannabinoids, devices for delivering Cannabis or cannabinoids, and methods of using Cannabis or cannabinoids to treat diseases. The Cannabis industry, which has obtained thousands of U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 18, 2023

PITFALLS TO AVOID The TTAB held that NCG “cannot obtain federal registrations of its marks because [NCG’s] identified goods constitute drug paraphernalia under the CSA, the [Authorization] [E]xemption …, based on state law, does not support federal registration, and the [Tobacco] [E]xemption … does not apply.” In re Stanley Bros.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 2, 2021

The hemp-derived cannabinoid market continues to grow and evolve despite lingering questions over federal legality and numerous state laws that try to keep pace. and any part of that plant, including … extracts …, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3%

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The bill also provides increased state oversight of the cannabis industry and establishes a task force aiming to bridge the communication gap between local and state licensing agencies. . The IHEO Authorization debuts as part of the implementation of AB-45, which was signed into law nearly a year ago. Human Food Manufacturer.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued Warning Letters to five companies selling products containing delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). 2 In the recently issued Warning Letters, FDA similarly asserts delta-8 THC cannot be sold as a food. [co-author: Rachel Buff]. Martin Hahn. Background.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2019

In July 2018, CDPH issued an FAQ asserting the agency’s position, consistent with the FDA, that hemp-derived CBD is not an approved food ingredient, food additive, or dietary supplement. That said, to ensure consumer safety, CDPH needs regulatory authority over processors of hemp like all other food manufacturers.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2022

In ruling that delta-8 THC is legal for purposes of trademark protection, the Ninth Circuit opined that products containing delta-8 THC are generally legal because they are hemp derived products and federal law defines hemp as “any part of” the cannabis plant, including “all derivatives, extracts, [and] cannabinoids,” containing less than 0.3%

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2019

In July 2018, California Department of Public Health issued an FAQ asserting the agency’s position, consistent with the FDA, that hemp-derived CBD is not an approved food ingredient, food additive, or dietary supplement. The FAQ did not address CBD in cosmetics.

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Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

We already know that CBDs are a non-intoxicating extract of marijuana and are believed to treat pain, anxiety, and seizures. Although the federal law has legalized producing and distributing cannabidiol extract products for consumer-use, not all States agree with the enacted law and have made their State-specific provisions to the bill.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 29, 2020

Therefore, this statutory language suggests that the sale of Hemp CBD products is only allowed if authorized by relevant federal agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration , which regulates the sale and marketing of certain categories of Hemp CBD products ( i.e. , foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics and tobacco products).

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020

Consequently, we review labels to ensure certain labeling requirements that have become standard across jurisdictions are met for the particular category of products at issue ( e.g. , conventional foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics or smokable products) to mitigate the risk of non-compliance, and thus, reduce the threat of enforcement actions.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

Because Delta-8 THC is not expressed in sufficient concentrations in most hemp strains to make its extraction financially viable, most Delta-8 THC on the market is derived from the chemical conversion of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“CBD”). This chemical conversion is at the root of the legal confusion.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2022

It is also legal and effortlessly obtainable in many states. Kratom can also be seen in resins, extracts, and also in tinctures. Food and Drug Administration has warned all consumers about the hazards of using kratom. And as of mid-2021In USA, kratom is illegal in six states: Wisconsin. How should kratom be used?

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PrestoDoctor

JUNE 16, 2023

A dispensary is a state licensed retail store where you can legally purchase cannabis for medicinal or recreational use (in some states). Dispensaries are regulated by state laws and are required to follow strict guidelines for the sale and distribution of cannabis products.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2020

In addition, there have always been issues with certain standards of lab integrity/general competence: one lab will issue a passing result for a batch of cannabis while a second lab issues a failing result– both using the same testing methods under state laws and regulations.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Signed into law on December 20, 2018, the 2018 Farm Bill formally acknowledges that hemp, defined as the plant “Cannabis sativa L. Specifically, the Guide states that “the use in foods or dietary supplements of a drug or substance undergoing clinical investigations without approval of the U.S.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 29, 2020

A few weeks ago, the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a round of warning letters to companies making dubious statement pertaining to COVID-19, several of which also sold and marketed CBD products. Ching had been under the radar of the federal agencies. and even personal injury claims.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Lowell Café markets as “America’s first cannabis cafe serving farm fresh food, coffee, juice, and cannabis daily. The café will offer a range of flowers, vapes, edibles, concentrates and extracts. Due to the current state laws regarding cannabis and the FDA’s position on hemp-infused food products, no infused dishes will be served.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

That’s because delta-8 is derived from federally legal hemp, which by law contains less than 0.3% Delta-8 is derived from CBD extracted from hemp, but in scientific terms it is delta-8 THC. D-8 is legal federally, and most state laws don’t specifically address it. States already closing loopholes. delta-9 THC.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

A Florida district court has stayed a CBD case based on the primary jurisdiction doctrine, providing retailers and manufacturers with a potential new strategy for delaying litigation until the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) completes its highly anticipated rulemaking on how to regulate such products. The class-action lawsuit— Snyder v.

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WeedAdvisor

MAY 16, 2019

Extracting it from industrial hemp, not marijuana, allowed them to hide in a legal grey area. But the 2018 Farm Bill cleared the air, and established hemp as separate from marijuana according to both federal and state laws. have been circulating for several years. marketing it as a health product. Now, anyone can sell it.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 22, 2019

It’s no secret that the California Department of Health Food and Drug Branch (“FDB”) has an issue with hemp-CBD. Specifically, an FAQ that issued from FDB last year made clear that FDB prohibits hemp-CBD in “Food” for humans and pets. Now, CDPH-MCSB is following suit (indirectly). ” Labeling.

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PrestoDoctor

JUNE 16, 2023

A dispensary is a state licensed retail store where you can legally purchase cannabis for medicinal or recreational use (in some states). Dispensaries are regulated by state laws and are required to follow strict guidelines for the sale and distribution of cannabis products.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 12, 2021

d/b/a Venom Extracts (“ Venom Extracts “) which transformed the Company into a multi-state operator and substantially enhanced its revenue, capabilities and reach. Hollister has since transformed from its pre-revenue position in late 2019 into a profitable multi-state cannabis operator.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 4, 2021

Marijuana is also classified as a Schedule I drug but it has been given the approval for medical and recreational at some state levels. Those state laws allow medical marijuana to be used to treat ailments like Alzheimer’s, cancer, epilepsy, Crohn’s disease, seizures, hepatitis C and a host of others.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

The State of California also created three agencies to regulate the entire legal cannabis industry in California [4] retail dispensaries, distribution and testing labs, manufacturing and extraction, and cultivation [5]. of Food and Agriculture [“CDFA”]. [5] of Public Health [“CDPH”].

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Another popular type of product is edibles – various foods or drinks containing cannabis. These are cannabis-based extracts mixed with alcohol, and they are very popular among marijuana users. These are cannabis-based extracts mixed with alcohol, and they are very popular among marijuana users. Vape cartridges. Conclusion.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 22, 2024

It’s important for individuals to research and comply with the specific laws in their state, as regulations differ, and not all states have legalized medical marijuana. Once decarbed, mix the cannabis with a fat source (like butter or oil) over low heat to extract cannabinoids.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

21, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clever Leaves , a leading vertically-integrated licensed producer of pharmaceutical-grade medical cannabis and hemp extracts, has received a pre-license letter from INFARMED I.P., Pre-license for cultivation of medical cannabis allows import and cultivation of cannabis genetics. NEW YORK, Nov.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2019

NY Mag has published a long and detailed piece on the issue and it is well worth reading… Here’s a short extract. Nelson is gearing up for a different battle. He has been a vocal advocate of marijuana legalization for more than half a century, but he has watched the last few years unfold with a combination of joy and dread.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Let’s take a look: “Synthetically derived cannabinoid” means a substance that is derived from a chemical reaction that changes the molecular structure of any substance separated or extracted from the plant Cannabis sativa L. 2) Cannabinoids that are produced by decarboxylation from a naturally occurring cannabinoid acid. (3)

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Five of them used an age verification form , which is in compliance with the FDA age requirements and state laws, where the customer has to upload a photo of a government ID, and the other required a signature on delivery of the package. Those cannabinoids are easier to extract so there’s less risk with doing it wrong.

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