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Thailand: CBD and cannabis regulation, October 2023
4th October 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report offers detailed analysis of the current regulatory framework in place in Thailand for cannabis and cannabinoids, including CBD and hemp. It covers everything from cultivation and processing to finished products, extracts and import/export
Canada: CBD and cannabis regulation, September 2023
22nd September 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides detailed analysis of the regulatory framework in place in Canada for CBD and other cannabinoids, hemp, and cannabis (both recreational and medical)
Struggling industry blames FDA as Canadian companies leave US market
7th September 2023 - News analysis |
Another major Canadian cannabinoid company is leaving the US market amid concerns over the regulatory environment some say the US Food and Drug Administration has caused
Government OKs sale of hemp seeds and derivatives as food products…
7th September 2023 - Alerts | Argentina, South America |
Request made for inclusion of all hemp derivatives in permitted food…
6th September 2023 - Alerts | Argentina, South America |
US federal: CBD and cannabis regulation, August 2023
30th August 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides detailed analysis around the current regulatory framework in place on a federal level in the US for hemp, CBD, other cannabinoids as well medical and recreational cannabis
ACI calls for a framework for THC in ingestible CBD products…
29th August 2023 - Alerts | Europe, United Kingdom |
Australia’s Greens submit ‘solidly founded bill’ for cannabis legalisation
11th August 2023 - News analysis |
The Australian Greens party has submitted the country’s first bill for the legalisation of recreational cannabis on a national level following a public consultation it held on its draft version
Argentina paves the way for the long-awaited launch of its hemp industry
9th August 2023 - News analysis |
The Argentine government has finally put enough flesh on the bones of its laws to allow the development of a hemp industry and expansion of its medical cannabis sector
Germany: CBD and cannabis regulation, July 2023
25th July 2023 - Regulatory reports |
Changes are on the horizon for Germany’s cannabis framework. This report offers a detail analysis of the country’s regulatory regime for hemp, cannabinoids including CBD, as well as medical and recreational cannabis
Chile: CBD and cannabis regulation, July 2023
21st July 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Chile for hemp and cannabis, as well as CBD, IHDCs, and medical and recreational cannabis
Poland: CBD and cannabis regulation, July 2023
12th July 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed analysis of the current framework in place in Poland for hemp, CBD and other cannabinoids, and both medical and recreational cannabis
US FDA and FTC join together in warning producers of delta-8 THC ingestibles
10th July 2023 - News analysis |
The US Federal Trade Commission and Food and Drug Administration have sent warning letters to six sellers of delta-8 THC edibles whose packaging is very similar to that of popular snacks and sweets for children
First authorisation for manufacture of hemp-derived products issued…
7th July 2023 - Alerts | Central America, Costa Rica |
Canopy Growth takes stock for fiscal year 2023, looks ahead to new deals and ideas
26th June 2023 - News analysis |
Canopy Growth will stop producing its own cannabis beverages, edibles, vapes and extracts as it continues to look at ways to increase profitability. Using a third-party sourcing model for these products will allow it to free up funds
Turkey: CBD and cannabis regulation, June 2023
21st June 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed analysis of the regulatory framework in place in Turkey for cannabis, hemp, CBD and other non-intoxicating as well as intoxicating cannabinoids, covering all policy areas
South Africa: CBD and cannabis regulation, June 2023
20th June 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides an overview of the current regulatory framework in place in South Africa for hemp, CBD and other cannabinoids, as well as medical and recreational cannabis
European Union: CBD and cannabis regulation, June 2023
6th June 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed analysis of the regulatory framework in place in the European Union for cannabis, hemp, CBD and other cannabinoids – intoxicating or not – covering all policy areas
Minnesota set to join 22 other US states in legalising recreational cannabis
26th May 2023 - News analysis |
Legal recreational cannabis sales for adult use are expected to begin next year in Minnesota following agreement on a bill between the state’s House and Senate
Czech government stops ban on CBD-containing food products before it starts
22nd May 2023 - News analysis |
The Czech government will no longer go forward with a proposed measure to ban sales of food products containing CBD which was due to come into effect in mid-June
Lithuania: CBD and cannabis regulation, May 2023
22nd May 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Lithuania for hemp and cannabis, as well as CBD, IHDCs and medical and recreational cannabis
Podcast: Groundbreaking win for hemp in Poland’s high court
10th May 2023 - Podcasts |
Kombinat Konopny CEO and founder Maciej Kowalski talks to podcast host Oliver Prescott about the company’s win in Poland’s high court, subsequent changes in the industry and current cannabis food policy in Europe
As drinkers move away from alcohol, how far can cannabis drinks penetrate?
4th May 2023 - Blogs |
Increasing numbers of consumers are shifting away from alcohol in favour of healthier and lower-alcoholic options, which many have perceived as an opportunity for cannabinoid-containing drinks
UK FSA recruits and expected new rules ‘should speed up novel food assessments’
25th April 2023 - News analysis |
New resources and potential future regulatory changes are being applied to the UK novel food approval process in the hopes of improving processing time for applications, the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) said
Latvia: CBD and cannabis regulation, April 2023
24th April 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of Latvia’s regulatory framework for CBD and cannabis, as well as other minor cannabinoids, covering all policy areas
UK FSA selects Deloitte to review novel foods process, including CBD products
21st April 2023 - News analysis |
Auditing firm Deloitte is to review the UK Food Standards Agency’s novel foods process in a £130,000 contract. The government committed to reviewing the process in January 2022, taking advantage of Brexit
Guyana: CBD and cannabis regulation, April 2023
14th April 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the regulatory framework in place for CBD, hemp and cannabis, covering everything from processing and cultivation to finished products, import/export and the country’s cannabis regime
Japan: CBD and cannabis snapshot
4th April 2023 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of Japan’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
Switzerland: CBD and cannabis snapshot
4th April 2023 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of Switzerland’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
Cannabrew launches in UK supermarket Ocado, with US expansion in mind
27th March 2023 - News analysis |
Lancaster-based CBD beer company Cannabrew’s range of products are now available at UK supermarket Ocado, in a deal nearly two years in the making
Serbia: CBD and cannabis regulation, March 2023
17th March 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a comprehensive overview of the current regulatory framework in place for CBD, cannabis and other cannabinoids, covering everything from cultivation and processing to finished products and import/export
Peru: CBD and cannabis regulation, March 2023
13th March 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report offers a comprehensive overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Peru for hemp, CBD and other cannabinoids, as well as medical and recreational cannabis
Podcast: Fighting the Kanavape legal battle – what was it like and what challenges is the EU CBD industry still facing?
7th March 2023 - Podcasts |
Kanavape founder Sebastien Beguerie talks with CannIntelligence podcast host Tiziana Cauli about his judicial battle leading to a crucial European Court of Justice ruling which established CBD legal status across Europe
Portugal: CBD and cannabis regulation, March 2023
1st March 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Portugal for hemp, cannabis and other cannabinoids, covering all policy areas
Bill prohibiting THC vapes and edibles heads to governor…
24th February 2023 - Alerts | North America, United States, Wyoming |
Cold-pressed CBD in the UK – exploiting an apparent loophole in novel food rules
22nd February 2023 - News analysis |
Cold-pressed hemp oils appear to provide a way for CBD producers to circumvent UK rules on novel foods – but while some are all in favour, others see dangers and shortcomings
CBD brands apply for certification as Google lifts ads ban in some parts of US
10th February 2023 - News analysis |
Cannabis companies are looking to get Google certification as part of the tech giant’s update on the use of Google Ads for CBD products in parts of the US
Greece: CBD and cannabis regulation, February 2023
3rd February 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the current regulatory framework in place for CBD and other cannabinoids, hemp and cannabis
EFSA denies waiting to follow US FDA’s lead on CBD safety in novel foods
1st February 2023 - News analysis |
The European Food Safety Authority denies it is waiting research results on the safety of CBD by the US Food and Drug Administration before it lets validated candidates complete the novel food application process
22nd Century Group acquires a UK cannabinoid distributor for $650K
30th January 2023 - News analysis |
US company 22nd Century Group has acquired privately held UK cannabinoid distributor RX Pharmatech for an up-front payment of $650,000 in cash and stock
US FDA says lack of evidence for dietary-supplement pathway to CBD regulation
26th January 2023 - News analysis |
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rejected a regulatory pathway that would allow CBD products to be treated as food additives or dietary supplements
Russia: CBD and cannabis regulation, January 2023
19th January 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Russia for hemp, CBD and cannabis, covering all areas of policy
Denmark: CBD and cannabis regulation, January 2023
17th January 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report offers a comprehensive overview of the current regulatory framework in place in Denmark for hemp, CBD and other cannabinoids, as well as medical and recreational cannabis
Belgium: CBD and cannabis regulation, January 2023
16th January 2023 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of Belgium’s federal and state regulation of hemp, CBD and cannabis, covering everything from cultivation to extracts and finished products, as well as the medical and recreational cannabis regimes
FDA expected to issue recommendation ‘soon’ on CBD regulation in the US
13th January 2023 - News analysis |
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may soon issue recommendations for a long-awaited regulation of CBD products in the country
