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Hawaii

Hemp-derived THC beverage regulation

Hawaii

State Regulated
Beverage Status State Regulated
Cannabis Regulation Medical
Retail Outside Dispensary? Yes, through registered retail.
Section 01

General Regulation

Hemp Derived THC Beverage Status State Regulated
Cannabis Regulation Medical
Retail Outside Dispensary System? Yes, through registered retail.
Hemp Beverages Specifically Regulated? Yes.
Serving / Potency / Dosage / THC Type Limit

0.5 mg total THC per container, minimum 6 ounce can and maximum 12 ounce can. Cannot contain artificially or synthetically derived cannabinoids.

DTC from Out-of-State Yes, not explicitly prohibited.
Licensing

DOH hemp processor permit required to process, manufacture, package, repackage, label or relabel. Must follow 11-37 interim rules (facility design, GMP’s, testing, labeling, training, recordkeeping, recall procedures, etc.) Safe harbor allowed with same permit for in-state producers making products above the state THC limit for shipment outside the state. As of Jan. 1, 2026 all hemp product distributors and retailers must register with the HI DOH.

Section 02

Labeling & Packaging Requirements

State Has Labeling Rules? Yes.
State Has Packaging Rules? Yes.
Label / Product Registration
Symbol Required? No.
Symbol Detail
Best By / Expiration / Use By

None specified.

Labeling Description

All requirements contained in this guide: https://health.hawaii.gov/medicalcannabis/files/2024/12/packagelabelreq_HAR1137_1224-v3-HempEdibleMHP.pdf

Includes several specific warning statements. Must include total THC mg per serving, plus the amount per serving of other cannabinoids, use a QR code or link to provide access to the COA, provide directions for use. Cannot label in a manner attractive to children. Restrictions on MHP’s being attractive to children. MHP cannot resemble commercially available candy or other roducts marketed to children or have appearance, flavor or smell designed to appeal to children. Cannot be in shape of human, animal, fruit, cartoon characters or caricatures. “Candy” and “candies” cannot be used on packaging, labeling, advertising.

As of Jan. 1, 2026, the state's unfair trade practice act applies to hemp products, which typically is used to enforce the 'attractive to minors' prohibitions and contains its penalty provisions.

Packaging Description

From the same guide as labeling: The immediate container that is in contact with MHP shall be made of material that protects product from contamination and does not impart toxic or harmful substances to product and is not reactive, additive, or absorptive so as to alter the safety, identity, strength, quality or purity of the MHP. Edible MHP sold in package of multiple servings shall meet the requirements for child-resistant special packaging specified in Title 16 C.F.R. part 1700. MHP cannot resemble commercially available candy or other roducts marketed to children or have appearance, flavor or smell designed to appeal to children. Cannot be in shape of human, animal, fruit, cartoon characters or caricatures. “Candy” and “candies” cannot be used on packaging, labeling, advertising.

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