Edibles, gummies and beverages that contain 0.3% or less of delta-9 THC by dry weight can still be sold across the state.

The FDA and FTC issued a cease and desist to companies selling Delta-8 “edibles” deceptively packaged as name brand snacks, and experts warn of the dangers—like psychosis, loss of consciousness and death—ingesting Delta-8 poses for children.

A study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research suggested that Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-8-THC) and Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta 9-THC) products may produce similar therapeutic benefits, but Delta 8 offers lower risks and more mild ...

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In the field of endocannabinoid medicines, you may have heard of two forms of THC known as delta-8 and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) compounds (hereto referred to as “delta-8” and “delta-9”). So, what is the difference between these two compounds?

Delta-8 THC has exploded in popularity across the United States as an alternate, legal form of marijuana. You can find products containing delta-8 in gas stations, vape shops and online stores just about everywhere in states where it's not prohibited.

Sales are skyrocketing across the U.S. for delta-8 products, a psychoactive substance found in the Cannabis sativa plant. Known as "diet weed" or "weed lite," delta-8 has been found to have similar effects to delta-9 THC, the main intoxicant in marijuana.