Lab Reports and Hemp Regulations



Understanding CBD Lab Reports


With the growing popularity of cannabidiol (CBD) products, it's essential to understand what you're buying and if it's safe to consume. One of the best ways to do this is by reading a CBD lab report, also known as a certificate of analysis (COA).A COA is a document that provides information on the contents of either Full Spectrum, Distillate, or Pure CBD Isolate in the products you're purchasing. These lab tests include the amount of CBD, THC, and other cannabinoids present in the full batch of the Full Spectrum, Distillate, or Pure CBD Isolate we use in our Color Up products, as well as any contaminants or impurities. The COA will also indicate if the product has been tested for potency and if the results match the labeling claims, as you'll see on both our Full Spectrum and Pure CBD Isolate COAs.

 


There are several key things to keep in mind:

Testing Method Look for information on the testing method used. The COA should specify if the product was tested using gas chromatography (GC) or liquid chromatography (LC), which are the most accurate and reliable methods for determining the contents of a CBD product.
Amount of CBD and THC Check for the amount of CBD and THC. The COA should indicate the amount of CBD and THC in the product, as well as any other cannabinoids that may be present. If the product contains more than 0.3% THC, it's considered a marijuana product and may not be legal in your state. Learn More
Levels of Impurities Look for contaminants and impurities. The COA should indicate if the product contains any contaminants or impurities, such as heavy metals, pesticides, or solvents. Products that contain high levels of these substances may be harmful to consume.
Authenticity of COAs Verify the authenticity of the COA. The COA should include the name of the laboratory that conducted the tests, as well as the name of the product and the batch number. You can verify the authenticity of the COA by contacting the laboratory directly.

 

All Color Up products include third-party lab testing. View our certificates of analysis to see the quality and purity of our CBD products.

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Hemp VS Marijuana 

Some of CBD's legality lies in whether the CBD is derived from hemp or marijuana. The difference between the two can be a bit confusing. CBD is found in both hemp and marijuana plants among the three different varieties; Cannabis indica, Cannabis sativa, and Cannabis ruderalis. Hemp and marijuana plants are both cannabis plants, but the difference is determined by the percentage of THC contained in the cannabis plant. The simplest way to look at it is:

Cannabis containing more than 0.3% THC is considered marijuana

Cannabis containing 0.3% or less THC is classified as hemp

 

Is CBD Legal in My State?

With the passing of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp containing less than 0.3% THC became legal and helped expand the commercial cultivation of hemp in the US. It also removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act and made it legal to produce on tribal lands and in US territories. So does that mean CBD made from hemp is legal in all 50 states? The answer isn't quite that simple. These regulations don't explicitly give legal status to hemp extract (aka CBD), and each state can handle CND legality differently. Find out if CBD is legal in your state below:
Alabama Legal for CBD from hemp to be produced, sold, and possessed.
Alaska The Alaska DNR issued proposed industrial hemp rules requiring retailers to register with DNR to sell hemp and hemp products.
Arizona CBD is legal.
Arkansas No license or permit required to sell or deliver CBD products.
California Manufacturing, processing, or selling of non-food industrial hemp or hemp products is legal. However, there are restrictions on CBD in food and beverages.
Colorado CBD is legal, with some restrictions on CBD in baked goods.
Connecticut CBD is legal to purchase and consume.
Delaware CBD products have been legal since 2014.
Florida CBD is legal, though currently there aren't extensive regulations.
Georgia CBD with no more than 5% THC is legal. Patients with certain medical conditions can possess "low THC oil" with a Low THC Oil Registry Card from the Department of Public Health.
Hawaii CBD is legal, though it is illegal to add it to food, beverages, or cosmetics.
Idaho CBD is not legal unless it contains zero THC.
Illinois CBD is legal.
Indiana You can legally buy, sell, and possess CBD products.
Iowa CBD products can only be sold within stores that have a dispensary license.
Kansas Kansas law allows for the use and sale of CBD containing zero THC and cannot be used in food or beverage.
Kentucky You can legally grow, manufacture, and own CBD products.
Louisiana CBD is legal, but there are many product restrictions and state officials can randomly test products.
Maine CBD products are legal as long as no medical claims are made to promote the product. It is treated as a food product rather than medicine.
Maryland CBD is legal.
Massachusetts It is prohibited to sell food containing CBD, animal feed with hemp, CBD products making medical claims, or unprocessed plant materials to consumers.
Michigan CBD is legal.
Minnesota CBD is legal.
Mississippi CBD is legal but cannot be used as a medical treatment.
Missouri CBD is legal as long as it contains less than 0.3% THC.
Montana CBD is legal, but it is restricted in food and beverages.
Nebraska CBD containing less than 0.3% THC is legal.
Nevada CBD is legal to purchase.
New Hampshire Despite restrictive marijuana laws, CBD is legal.
New Jersey CBD is legal.
New Mexico In May 2019, a new law specifically authorized the sale of CBD and food products containing CBD.
New York CBD is legal, but cannot be sold as a medication.
North Carolina CBD is legal and there are no laws that dictate who can sell CBD products.
North Dakota CBD is legal to purchase as long as it was extracted from industrial hemp per the 2018 Farm Bill.
Ohio Hemp-derived CBD is legal.
Oklahoma The state legislature approved the retail sale of CBD, becoming the first state to require CBD product labels to declare the country of origin and whether the cannabidiol is natural or synthetic.
Oregon CBD is legal whether it was derived from hemp or marijuana.
Pennsylvania Hemp-derived CBD is legal. Anything derived from marijuana has to go through the state's medical marijuana system.
Rhode Island CBD is legal as long as it was derived from hemp.
South Carolina CBD is legal as long as the oil contains less than 0.3% THC.
South Dakota Hemp and CBD are still illegal according to a statement released by the Attorney General in March 2019.
Tennessee CBD oil is legal as long as it contains less than 0.9% THC.
Texas CBD is legal as long as it contains less than 0.3% THC.
Utah CBD has been legal since December 2018.
Vermont CBD is legal.
Virginia CBD is legal and in April 2020 the Governor signed a bill to regulate CBD products as food.
Washington CBD is legal and can be purchased at dispensaries.
West Virginia CBD is legal to purchase.
Wisconsin Any Wisconsin citizen can possess CBD oil, as long as their physician certifies it is being used to treat a medical condition.
Wyoming Wyoming state law now allows for the use and possession of hemp and hemp products, including CBD though it was a long and hard-fought battle.

 

This information is provided for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current regulations. CBD laws are subject to change. Please consult with local authorities or legal counsel for the most up-to-date information regarding CBD legality in your state.