July 17, 2024
Date: May 29, 2024
On May 29, 2024, The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) issued a joint notice regarding food and beverages containing hemp-derived CBD and/or TCH. A copy of the notice can be found here.
Markets in Massachusetts have recently seen an influx of products containing cannabidiol (CDB) and/or delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol and/or delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and DPH and MDAR issued the guidance to make clear that the addition of CBD and/or THC to food manufactured or sold in Massachusetts is illegal. This does not apply to edible marijuana products licensed and sold under the jurisdiction of the Cannabis Control Commission. Frequently asked questions regarding this matter can be found here.
For any questions related to 105 CMR 500.00 or 105 CMR 590.00, please contact the Food Protection Program at DPH 617-983-6754 or fpp.dph@mass.gov.
For more information regarding medical and adult use of marijuana, please contact the Cannabis Control Commission.
For more information regarding hemp-derived products, please contact the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR).