Is the CBD legal?

Yes, CBD (cannabidiol) is legal in France, but there are specific rules and restrictions on its production, sale and use. Here are the main points to know about the legality of the CBD in France:

1. THC content

• THC limit : To be legal, CBD must be extracted from hemp varieties authorised by the European Union, containing less than 0.3% THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). The finished product must not contain traceable THC.
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2. Origin of CBD

• Allowed varieties : CBD must come from hemp varieties authorised by the EU, mainly grown for their fibres and seeds.
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3. Authorized products

• Flowers and leaves : The sale of hemp flowers and raw leaves containing CBD is prohibited. However, cultivation and harvesting of these parts of the plant is permitted for the production of CBD extracts.
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• Oils, creams, food supplements Finished products such as CBD oils, creams, food supplements and e-liquids for electronic cigarettes are legal provided they meet THC content standards and are derived from authorized hemp varieties.
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4. Labeling and marketing

• Health claims : Products containing CBD cannot make unproven medical or health claims. Traders must comply with nutrition and health claims regulations.
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5. Monitoring and compliance

• Tests and certificates CBD products must often be accompanied by certificates of analysis from third-party laboratories to demonstrate compliance in terms of THC content and purity.
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• European standards : Products must also comply with the safety and quality standards imposed by the EU.
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6. New regulations

• Novel Food The European Commission considers CBD extracts to be \"new foods\", requiring a specific authorisation for placing on the market as such. This means that companies must submit authorisation files proving the safety of their products.
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