The legal foundation for the hemp-derived cannabis products, including those like ours featuring THCa, Delta-8 THC, and Delta-9 THC, can be traced back to the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the Farm Bill. The Farm Bill legalized the cultivation and sale of hemp and hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% THC (the psychoactive compound in cannabis) on a federal level. This legislation marked a significant shift, distinguishing hemp from marijuana.

Therefore, hemp-derived cannabis offers the same effects and results as marijuana-based cannabis, while being locally and federally compliant in North Carolina. Click here to Learn More.

The majority of our flowers and vape cartridges use hemp-derived THCa (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid), a compound found in cannabis that is non-psychoactive in its natural form, meaning it doesn’t cause the typical “high” associated with THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). THCa undergoes decarboxylation, converting into THC only when heated, as in the case of lighting a joint or heat from a battery, which activates its psychoactive properties.

Our other products, such as edibles and beverages that aren’t heated during use, often contain hemp-derived Delta-8 THC and/or Delta-9 THC, which are related to THCa. These compounds are psychoactive, but their effects and strengths vary due to differences in molecular structure. Both Delta-8 THC and Delta-9 THC can be found in both marijuana and hemp.

THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid–specifically Delta-9 THCA, is a naturally occurring cannabinoid in hemp and cannabis (Cannabis sativa) plants. It is the acidic “precursor” to THC and exists primarily in young, freshly harvested cultivars. THCA is non-psychoactive until it converts to THC through non-enzymatic reactions when exposed to heat. Known as decarboxylation, this process activates cannabis’ psychoactive properties.

Is THCa Legal in North Carolina?

North Carolina law doesn’t explicitly address THCA’s legality. However, since the state aligns with the 2018 Farm Bill, it is safe to assume that any hemp and hemp-derived product, including THCA, with a THC concentration of 0.3% or less on a dry weight basis is legal.

So, as long as your THCA products meet these same requirements, they should be legal in North Carolina whether you’re smoking or ingesting them.

Generally, North Carolina aligns with the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp and hemp-derived products at the federal level as long as they contain no more than 0.3% THC on a dry weight basis.

While the state already passed its own hemp law in 2015, which allowed for the cultivation and production of hemp for research purposes, it updated those laws after the bill was passed in 2018, allowing for the production, sale, and possession of hemp and hemp-derived products, including CBD and other cannabinoids.

Therefore, while the Old North state does not have THCA-specific laws, you should be good to go as long as your THCA products contain no more than 0.3% THC by dry weight.

However, you should note that North Carolina aligns with the 2018 Farm Bill, with its own regulations and requirements for hemp cultivation, processing, and sale. So, if you’re considering producing or selling THCA or any other hemp-derived products, you should consider consulting with a legal practitioner. [1]

For residents of North Carolina interested in shopping THCA products locally, including THCa Flowers, THCa Prerolls, THCa Vapes and more, there are various local CBD shops where these products might be found. To shop Dogwood and affiliated trusted brands in our distribution network, see our store locator. However, for a more reliable and convenient option, consider purchasing online. Dogwood Dispensary offers a curated selection of the highest quality THCA products sourced from across the United States, all available through our online store for same-day home delivery within the delivery zones and discreet shipping to NC residents. Each product comes with lab test results to ensure compliance with the legal THC limit of 0.3% or less. While shopping in person allows you to see and assess products directly, buying online from Dogwood Dispensary offers greater convenience, eliminates the need to transport THCA products yourself, and avoids potential confusion with law enforcement, who may not easily distinguish between THCA flower and marijuana.

Yes, we offer various discounts and rewards that are updated continuously. As a Dogwood member, you gain special access to new products, giveaways, and our rewards program.

For starters, new customers within the delivery zones can try before you buy with a simple survey to earn two free samples. To learn more, Click Here.

The Dogwood Partner Program is a comprehensive Hemp-Derived Cannabis affiliate program.

As an affiliate partner, you’ll earn generous commissions for every sale made through your unique promo code and have the opportunity to recruit other partners and earn from their commissions. Dogwood partners get early access to new products, special discounts, and access to a private community, along with many other perks.

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