Although CBD has become widely democratized in recent years, regulations differ from continent to continent, and even from country to country. Let’s shed light on the rules that govern CBD in Europe and the USA and the differences observed.
CBD Legislation in Europe
On the old continent, the consumption of CBD is authorized if the THC level is not higher than 0.2%. Only Croatia and Slovenia continue to prohibit the possession, sale and consumption of CBD on their territory. It is therefore no less than 28 member countries that today authorize the sale and consumption of CBD products. Be careful, there is still one condition: the varieties offered must be certified by the European Union, even if they are not necessarily produced on European territory.
There are only two exceptions for the time being with Switzerland, which legalizes CBD with a maximum THC level of 1%, and Italy, which authorizes it with a THC level of up to 0.6%. On the other hand, Germany and Belgium have authorized CBD in the medical world.
CBD Legislation in the United States
The complexity of the United States in the face of CBD lies in the legislation which differs in the 50 states of the country! At the federal level, some products are illegal (chewing gum, food, drinks, etc.), yet some states have nevertheless issued laws to authorize these products. So, depending on where you are in possession of CBD, you may be within the law or simply outlawed!
On the labeling side, the same applies since depending on the state, it will not be identical, thus making certain products prohibited for retail sale. In short, before any trip to American soil, it is advisable to read the rules in force and to understand that even if a CBD-based product is produced in this state, it may be prohibited to buy it, the consume, possess, use or resell it.
