Hemp-derived product sales are a billion-dollar industry in the U.S., and hemp-infused drinks are the next big thing. Hemp beverages sit at the crossroads of agriculture, food/drug law, alcohol regulation, advertising, banking, and a fast-moving patchwork of state rules. Do you know how all these rules and agencies interact? This CLE course explores the federal baseline; the FDA’s current stance on CBD/THC; how those positions flow into TTB alcohol-beverage controls; and what state “consumable hemp” regimes mean for formulation, labeling, testing, and retail. You’ll leave with a clear view of what it takes to carry a hemp beverage from concept to compliant commerce. Craft a practical legal roadmap for hemp beverages - non-alcoholic and alcoholic. Register today! Distinguish hemp from marijuana under the CSA and understand the DEA's position. Reconcile select state-law permissions with FDA's interstate prohibitions. Identify top legal issues in financing, age gating, and claim substantiation. Create compliant labels, including net quantity, ingredient lists, etc. Draft contracts that ensure supplier compliance, retailer registrations, risk mitigation, and more.
