Indiana Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Law Guide

This guide provides educational, state‑specific information on Indiana hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of August 1, 2026. It is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Indiana, USA hemp laws: quick overview

Indiana’s hemp law defines “hemp product” as any derivative, extract, cannabinoid, isomer, acid, or salt from Cannabis sativa L., provided it does not include smokable hemp and contains no more than 0.3% delta‑9‑THC by weight (Indiana Code § 15‑15‑13‑6.5, added by P.L.190‑2019, amended P.L.186‑2025, Sec. 104; effective upon enactment) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-15/article-15/chapter-13/section-15-15-13-6-5/?utm_source=openai)). The state’s “low‑THC hemp extract” safe harbor (IC 35‑48‑1.1‑27) requires products to be derived from hemp, contain ≤ 0.3% delta‑9‑THC, and contain no other controlled substances ([legalclarity.org](https://legalclarity.org/is-delta-8-thc-considered-illegal-in-indiana/?utm_source=openai)). Smokable hemp is expressly excluded from the definition of hemp product and is criminalized as a Class A misdemeanor under IC 35‑48‑4‑10.1 (added P.L.190‑2019, amended P.L.142‑2020) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-35/article-48/chapter-4/section-35-48-4-10-1/?utm_source=openai)). Indiana’s Attorney General issued Official Opinion 2023‑1 (January 12, 2023), concluding that delta‑8 THC, delta‑10 THC, THCO, and other THC variants are Schedule I controlled substances under IC 35‑48‑2‑4(d)(31), and thus cannot qualify for the low‑THC hemp extract safe harbor even if derived from hemp and under 0.3% delta‑9 THC ([wishtv.com](https://www.wishtv.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Official-Opinion-2023-1.pdf?utm_source=openai)). No state court has definitively ruled otherwise, and enforcement remains inconsistent ([legalclarity.org](https://legalclarity.org/is-delta-8-thc-considered-illegal-in-indiana/?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of hemp products are allowed if they comply with state definitions (≤ 0.3% delta‑9 THC, non‑smokable). Smokable hemp shipments are prohibited unless in continuous transit to a licensed handler (IC 35‑48‑4‑10.1(c)) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-35/article-48/chapter-4/section-35-48-4-10-1/?utm_source=openai)). There is no state‑mandated age verification requirement or retailer registration specifically for hemp‑derived cannabinoids beyond general hemp licensing for growers/handlers under IC 15‑15‑13‑7 et seq. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-15/article-15/chapter-13/?utm_source=openai)).

Testing & COA guidance

Indiana requires hemp products to meet testing standards under the industrial hemp program (IC 15‑15‑13‑9 includes testing, inspections, and detention of crops) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-15/article-15/chapter-13/?utm_source=openai)). Specific panels, ISO 17025 accreditation, COA retention, and lab requirements are not detailed in the statutes reviewed and thus are not confirmed.

What to buy

Products derived from hemp that contain no more than 0.3% delta‑9‑THC by dry weight, excluding smokable forms, are permitted under the low‑THC hemp extract safe harbor. Non‑intoxicating forms such as tinctures, topicals, edibles (non‑smokable) that meet delta‑9 limits and contain no other controlled substances may be sold.

What to avoid

Smokable hemp (flower, pre‑rolls) is banned. Delta‑8 THC, delta‑10 THC, THCa, HHC, and other THC variants are treated as Schedule I controlled substances and are not protected even if hemp‑derived.

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC in hemp products must not exceed 0.3% by dry weight (IC 15‑15‑13‑6.5)
• Smokable hemp is explicitly excluded and banned (IC 15‑15‑13‑6.5; IC 35‑48‑4‑10.1)
• Delta‑8, delta‑10, THCa, HHC are treated as Schedule I controlled substances per AG Opinion 2023‑1
• Low‑THC hemp extract safe harbor requires ≤ 0.3% delta‑9 THC and no other controlled substances (IC 35‑48‑1.1‑27)
• No state‑mandated minimum age for hemp products; retailers often impose 21+ voluntarily

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