RED BANK, NJ: The 2018 Farm Bill transformed the U.S. cannabis industry by legalizing hemp -defined as Cannabis sativa L with no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis.
This change paved the way for hemp-derived products like CBD and indirectly fueled the rise of Delta-8 THC, a minor cannabinoid often synthesized from CBD.
What Is Delta-8 THC?
Delta-8, nicknamed “marijuana lite,” is a less intense alternative to Delta-9 THC. Popular for its milder effects, it offers a legal workaround in states where Delta-9 remains illegal. However, its legality is a gray area. The Farm Bill doesn’t address synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8, leaving it technically legal but largely unregulated at the federal level.
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This lack of oversight raises safety concerns. Delta-8 products, including edibles and vapes, may contain contaminants or inaccurate THC labeling, exposing consumers to risks. Additionally, Delta-8 remains under-researched, leaving long-term health effects unclear.
How New Jersey Leads in Consumer Safety
States have responded differently to Delta-8’s rise. New Jersey recently enacted legislation placing intoxicating hemp products, like Delta-8, under the Cannabis Regulatory Commission’s jurisdiction. The law mandates rigorous testing and labeling standards, ensuring consumer safety.
Until regulations are finalized, Delta-8 production and sales are paused, and only licensed vendors will be permitted to sell these products in the future.
Mayor’s Wellness Campaign
Canopy Crossroad launched its speaker series at the Red Bank Senior Center in late November with a PowerPoint presentation by a Rutgers University professor.
To read that article and review the PPT presentation, click HERE.
Shop Safely at Canopy Crossroad
For safe, reliable cannabis products, trust licensed dispensaries like Canopy Crossroad in Red Bank. New Jersey’s strict standards ensure all products are tested for contaminants and tracked from seed to sale.
H/T: www.tapinto.net
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