A growing number of marijuana-adjacent products are hitting consumer markets in the United States. Among them is a synthetic cannabinoid known as THC-O. The passage of the 2018 farm bill legalized hemp and spawned a cottage industry of weed look-alikes that are similarly intoxicating – and legal. “These hemp-derived intoxicants came into the marketplace through the back door … [Read more...] about What is THC-O? Similar to Delta-8, it’s making waves in the cannabis market
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DEA States New Rules for Synthetic Cannabinoids
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently announced at the 2023 Supply Chain Conference in Houston, Texas that it will soon unveil new rules regarding synthetic cannabinoids. The DEA’s Section Chief of Drug and Chemical Evaluation Section, Terrance Boos, spoke on the topic of emerging trends at the conference on May 4. Boos confirmed that the DEA has received … [Read more...] about DEA States New Rules for Synthetic Cannabinoids
Cannabis bill regulating products like delta-8 sent to Gov. Lee after Tennessee General Assembly passage
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee General Assembly has sent a bill that will regulate hemp-derived cannabinoids in the state to Governor Bill Lee’s desk this week. The legislation, House Bill 403/Senate Bill 378, proposes the regulation of the production, sale and distribution of products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids, including products known as delta-8 and … [Read more...] about Cannabis bill regulating products like delta-8 sent to Gov. Lee after Tennessee General Assembly passage
‘They didn’t even ask for my ID’: Underage youth in Billings obtaining synthetic marijuana products
BILLINGS — Recreational marijuana has been legal in Montana for adults for more than a year. But across Montana, teens are getting their hands on marijuana products. Jean Lucas, the chief financial officer for Montana Advanced Caregivers (MAC), told MTN News on Tuesday that she has heard stories that at least two vape shops in Billings are selling synthetic marijuana products … [Read more...] about ‘They didn’t even ask for my ID’: Underage youth in Billings obtaining synthetic marijuana products
DEA States that Delta-9-THCO, Delta-8-THCO Are Not Hemp
In an email response sent to Rod Kight of Kight Law Office PC on Feb. 13, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) stated that because delta-9-THCO and delta-8-THCO are synthetic and are not found naturally in cannabis, they do not count as hemp, and are therefore controlled substances. Kight’s letter was originally sent in August 2022 (and a follow-up email sent last week on … [Read more...] about DEA States that Delta-9-THCO, Delta-8-THCO Are Not Hemp
Study examines cannabis-related deaths in Florida
FILE - A protestor holds a joint during the hemp-parade demanding the legalization of cannabis in Berlin, Aug. 2, 2008. Germany's health minister has unveiled plans to decriminalize the possession of up to 30 grams of cannabis and allow the sale of the substance to adults for recreational purposes. (AP Photo/Franka Bruns, File) Researchers at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) … [Read more...] about Study examines cannabis-related deaths in Florida
What is synthetic cannabis? How is it different from CBD? What to know after DEA raid.
A Biloxi Councilman’s kratom and CBD stores were raided by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency last week, where agents say they found synthetic cannabis products mislabled as CBD. Robert Deming owns Candy Shop stores in Mississippi and North Carolina. The DEA is expected to host a press conference early next week about the raid. Labeling synthetic cannabis as CBD is like labeling … [Read more...] about What is synthetic cannabis? How is it different from CBD? What to know after DEA raid.
What looks like pot, acts like pot, but is legal nearly everywhere? Meet delta-9 THC.
USA Today The 2018 farm bill that legalized hemp created a loophole for an unregulated copycat of marijuana. A form of delta-9 THC — the psychoactive substance in pot — doesn’t face the same laws and regulations as marijuana because it comes from hemp. The drug is poised to upend the cannabis industry. ST. LOUIS — It was not shocking that people listening to musicians … [Read more...] about What looks like pot, acts like pot, but is legal nearly everywhere? Meet delta-9 THC.
Washington State Settles With Unicorn Brands Following Synthetic THC Probe
News Provided by hightimes.com The Liquor and Cannabis Board in the state of Washington said Wednesday that it has reached a settlement with Unicorn Brands LLC over a “a year-long investigation and multiple Administrative Violation Notices (AVNs) for creating synthetically-derived THC from hemp and distributing it into the state-regulated cannabis market.” The board said that … [Read more...] about Washington State Settles With Unicorn Brands Following Synthetic THC Probe
6 Frequently Asked Questions about THC-O
6 Frequently Asked Questions about THC-O What is THC-O? THC-O is a cannabis supplement that is intended to help you get the health benefits of marijuana, without exposing yourself to any risk. It can be hard to find legal cannabis products in some areas, so THC-O provides an easy way for people who are interested in trying it out. This product is made with a potent blend of … [Read more...] about 6 Frequently Asked Questions about THC-O
