HF1615

This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1615) seeks to modify the regulations on delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels in edible cannabinoid products and lower-potency hemp edibles, particularly those intended for consumption as beverages. The key provisions include:

1. Edible Cannabinoid Product Requirements:

   • Prohibits marketing and packaging that appeals to children, resembles existing food products, or is misleading.
   • Requires child-resistant, tamper-evident, and opaque packaging (except for beverages).
   • Mandates clear labeling of serving size, cannabinoid content, ingredients (including allergens), and a warning to keep the product away from children.
   • Limits THC content to:
     • 5 mg per serving and 50 mg per package, except for beverages.
     • Beverages can contain up to 10 mg per serving and up to 2 servings per container.

2. Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles:

   • Defines a lower-potency hemp edible as a product containing hemp-derived cannabinoids meant for human consumption.
   • Establishes THC and cannabinoid limits similar to edible cannabinoid products:
     • Non-beverage products: 5 mg of delta-9 THC per serving.
     • Beverage products: 10 mg of delta-9 THC per serving container.
     • Total package limits: 50 mg delta-9 THC, 250 mg cannabidiol (CBD), and 250 mg cannabigerol (CBG).
   • Prohibits the inclusion of synthetic cannabinoids and restricts artificially derived cannabinoids unless authorized.

3. Retail Compliance:

   • Requires retailers to display edible cannabinoid products behind a checkout counter or in a locked case.
   • Packaging of multi-serving edibles must visually indicate serving sizes (except for calibrated dropper measures for liquid products).
   • Limits beverage containers to a maximum of two servings.

This bill aims to regulate the potency, packaging, and marketing of cannabinoid-infused edibles, ensuring consumer safety and preventing appeal to children.