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1) a substantially similar chemical
structure to a Schedule 1 or 2 controlled
substance; and 2) a substantially
similar stimulant, depressant or
hallucinogenic effect on the central
nervous system.
The FAA must not be ignored when
determining the legality of minor
cannabinoids that are analogous to
delta-9 THC. Even though delta-8
THC and HHC might pass the simple
three-step analysis described above,
it is certainly possible that these
cannabinoids meet both elements
necessary for federal law enforcement
to determine if they are a controlled
substance analogue of delta-9 THC.
State Position
Understanding the federal government's
position on hemp-derived cannabinoids
is not the end of the analysis. Delta-8's
popularity over the past two years has
Neil
Willner
analogue legislation, hemp legislation
and marijuana legislation.
forced state legislatures and regulators
to pass laws, issue guidance and
promulgate rules to regulate to delta-8
THC. Manufacturers and retailers would
be remiss to ignore these nuanced state
rules. (See map on page 38.)
Much of this guidance, however, is
silent on the status of delta-10 THC,
THC-O or HHC. To properly analyze the
legality of these cannabinoids, those
involved in their sale and distribution
must review each state's Controlled
Substance Act, controlled substance
What's Next?
As federal and state governments and
the industry grapple with consumer
safety versus product innovation, one
thing is certain: The cannabis industry
will keep creating new products
that continue to push the bounds of
legality while legislators and regulators
struggle to keep up.
The article is for general informational
purposes only and is not intended to
constitute legal advice.
Neil M. Willner is an attorney in the New York
office of Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld,
where he co-chairs the firm's cannabis practice
group. Willner counsels hemp and marijuana
companies across all parts of the supply chain
on regulatory and compliance matters.
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