CBD packaging intended for professional sale: what are the regulations?

The packaging of your CBD products must include certain information in order to comply with regulations. This includes: 

• the exact name of the product,
• the variety of Cannabis from which CBD is extracted,
• the country where the cannabis was grown,
• the CBD content in the product,
• with a THC content of less than 0.3%,
• the net quantity of product (in liters, milliliters, grams, or kilograms)
• the batch number to which the product belongs,
• from the date the product was packaged,
• best before date (BBD),
• recommended storage conditions,
• the contact details of the product's manufacturer or distributor.

The information must be legible, visible, and indelible, and must be written in French. Certain pictograms are also mandatory: 

• the pictogram "prohibited for pregnant women,"
• the pictogram "prohibited to persons under 18 years of age,"
• the pictogram "incompatible with driving a vehicle."

To ensure that all this information is presented in a clear and legible manner, you can use a QR code that consumers can scan to access all the legal information.

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Prohibited labeling on CBD packaging intended for professional sale

Misleading or ambiguous information is prohibited on the packaging of products containing CBD. Specifically, it is strictly prohibited to: 

• to indicate that the product has therapeutic or medical properties and can prevent, treat, or even cure conditions such as osteoarthritis, insomnia, or depression,
• to refer to psychoactive or euphoric effects associated with the consumption of the product,
• to use slogans or visuals that glorify the use of narcotics,
• to use terms, images, or symbols associated with narcotics (the use of the cannabis leaf is tolerated sparingly).
• using elements intended to attract minors (cartoon characters, likening the product to candy, etc.)

The regulations governing CBD product packaging are both complex and constantly evolving. To simplify things for you, Thitan offers to create your packaging that includes all mandatory information and is tailored to your products. Would you like more information? Contact us!

CBD packaging: what materials and closure systems are required?

Both in terms of content and form, the packaging of your CBD products is subject to specific regulations. It must not contain phthalates, bisphenol A, or other endocrine disruptors exceeding the maximum threshold authorized by law. 

Compliance with ISO 8317:2015 relating to child-resistant packaging is not mandatory in all EU countries, but it is strongly recommended for the safety of your customers. Such packaging may take the form of: 

• a safety cap (requiring simultaneous pressure and rotation to open the bottle),
• a "push and turn" system that requires complex manipulation for a child,
• a zipper with an integrated locking mechanism.

In addition, packaging must ensure optimal preservation of the products it contains, as well as being sufficiently resistant, airtight, and ergonomic. In line with current environmental concerns, your packaging must also be eco-friendly and minimize excess packaging. More than just a marketing ploy, this sends a clear message to your customers about your convictions and your respect for consumers and the environment.