THC in Connecticut

Hemp-derived THC products are legal and regulated in Connecticut under Senate Bill 1202 (2021), but they are treated as marijuana under state law. This means hemp-derived THC products containing more than 0.3% total THC must be sold exclusively through state-licensed cannabis dispensaries, not smoke shops or convenience stores. Products must meet the same testing, labeling, packaging, and safety requirements as traditional cannabis products. Purchasers must be 21 or older with valid identification, and products are subject to Connecticut's cannabis excise tax. Only state-licensed cannabis retailers can legally sell these products, and they must source them from licensed manufacturers. The regulation ensures consumer safety through mandatory third-party testing but limits retail availability to licensed dispensaries rather than general retail outlets.