Texas Implements New Restrictions on Hemp-Derived THC Products Following Supreme Court Ruling
Texas has officially banned the possession and sale of most synthetic hemp-derived THC products, including delta-8, delta-10, and THCP, as of July 31. The change follows a Texas Supreme Court ruling that allowed the state to enforce a 2021 rule from the Texas Department of State Health Services. While traditional cannabis remains illegal for recreational use, products containing delta-9 THC with no more than 0.3% THC by dry weight remain legal. Authorities in Austin and surrounding counties are preparing for enforcement, with the Austin Police Department classifying possession of delta-8 as a state jail felony. This shift marks the end of several years of legal ambiguity regarding manufactured hemp products. Retailers and consumers are advised to keep products in original packaging to help officers identify the legal delta-9 concentration. For those seeking the effects of similar to delta-8, experts suggest micro-dosing legal delta-9 products as a viable alternative.