Is CBD Legal in Your State?
Hemp-derived CBD with under 0.3% THC is federally legal — but every state has its own age limits, labeling rules, and product-type restrictions. Pick your state below.
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FAQ — Common questions about CBD laws
Is CBD legal in all 50 states?
Hemp-derived CBD with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC is federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, and every state allows some form of CBD retail. Four states are stricter than the federal rule and effectively prohibit trace THC in what you buy off a general-retail shelf: Idaho and Kansas by long-standing statute, Ohio under Senate Bill 56 (effective March 20, 2026) and California under AB 8 (effective January 1, 2026). Choose broad-spectrum or isolate CBD in those states. One more date to put on the calendar: on November 12, 2026 a new federal definition of hemp caps finished products at 0.4 mg of total THC per container nationwide.
Can I travel between states with CBD?
If you carry hemp-derived CBD that complies with the federal Farm Bill (under 0.3% THC), it is legal under federal law and the TSA permits it in carry-on bags. State-line transit is generally not enforced, but you should not carry trace-THC products across state lines into a stricter-rules state — Idaho, Kansas, Ohio, or California — if you intend to use them there.
Why do some states ban hemp-derived delta-8 THC if hemp is federal-legal?
The 2018 Farm Bill federalized hemp containing under 0.3% delta-9 THC, but did not address other hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids like delta-8, delta-10, HHC, and THC-O. States have taken divergent approaches — some ban these compounds outright, others limit them to licensed cannabis retailers, others permit them at general retail. Standard CBD oils (cannabidiol, not delta-8) are unaffected by these state-by-state delta-8 restrictions.
What is the minimum age to buy CBD?
Most states have set 21 as the minimum age to purchase CBD products at retail, mirroring the alcohol/cannabis framework. A handful of states (Arizona, Idaho) permit purchase at 18. botanCBD does not collect a date of birth, scan ID, or upload a document at checkout.
Can I be fired for using CBD?
Yes, in most states. Even broad-spectrum CBD with no detectable THC carries a small risk of false-positive drug screens; full-spectrum CBD with trace THC can produce a positive result over weeks of consistent use. A small but growing number of states (California, New York, New Jersey, Washington, Connecticut, others) restrict employers from disciplining off-duty cannabis use, but exceptions exist for federal-contractor and safety-sensitive roles. If you are drug-tested, choose broad-spectrum CBD.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. botanCBD products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk with your healthcare provider before starting any new wellness product, especially if you take prescription medications.
Each state page links to that state's authoritative source for current law. State law changes; we update when material changes occur. This information is for educational purposes and is not legal advice — consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before relying on this guide.