2019 CBD Federal Approval

In 2019, the U.S. federal government clarified that hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) products containing less than 0.3% THC are legal under the Agriculture Improvement Act (Farm Bill). This marked a significant shift, allowing wider access to CBD products nationally, as long as they meet these criteria. However, the FDA still regulates CBD’s use in foods and medicines, and some state laws vary. Overall, this approval helped legitimize hemp-derived CBD as a legal product, enabling consumers and businesses to access and develop CBD-based products within federal guidelines.