The bill amends Section 443.205 of the Health and Safety Code to require specific labeling for consumable hemp products that contain more than trace amounts of cannabinoids. The updated law mandates that these products include a batch identification number, batch date, product name, a URL linking to a certificate of analysis, the manufacturer's name, and a certification that the delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration does not exceed 0.3 percent. Additionally, it introduces new requirements for warnings on the labels of consumable hemp products intended for ingestion and topical use, particularly those containing more than 10 micrograms of THC per gram.

For products intended for ingestion, the bill specifies that they must include one of several warnings regarding potential risks, such as cannabis poisoning, effects on brain development for individuals under 25, and the dangers of dependence and mental health issues. For topical products, a warning about the risks associated with swallowing or applying the product to broken skin is also mandated. The changes will apply only to consumable hemp products distributed or sold after the bill's effective date, which is set for 91 days following the end of the legislative session.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 443.205 (Health and Safety Code 443)