Indiana Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws (2026)

This guide provides educational information on Indiana’s hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of September 1, 2026. It is for educational purposes only and not legal advice.

Indiana, USA hemp laws: quick overview

Indiana defines “hemp” as Cannabis sativa L. and derivatives with delta‑9‑THC ≤ 0.3% dry weight, per Indiana Code § 15‑15‑13‑6.5 (amended by P.L.186‑2025, SEC.104; effective 2025) and Indiana Register rules ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/title-15/article-15/chapter-13/section-15-15-13-6-5/?utm_source=openai)). Smokable hemp—including hemp bud or flower—is explicitly excluded from the hemp product definition and banned under Indiana Code § 35‑48‑1‑26.6 (added by P.L.190‑2019) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2024/title-35/article-48/chapter-1/section-35-48-1-26-6/?utm_source=openai)). Indiana’s “low‑THC hemp extract” exemption (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)). In Official Opinion 2023‑1 (Jan 12, 2023), the Attorney General concluded that delta‑8 THC and other THC isomers are Schedule I controlled substances under IC § 35‑48‑2‑4(d)(31), and thus cannot qualify for the low‑THC hemp extract exemption ([in.gov](https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/files/Official-Opinion-2023-1.pdf?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of hemp products are allowed if they meet the ≤ 0.3% delta‑9 THC requirement and are not smokable hemp. Age verification is not statutorily required, but retailers should treat delta‑8 products as high‑risk due to AG opinion. Retailer registration/licensing via OISC is required for handling hemp products ([in.gov](https://www.in.gov/isda/divisions/economic-development/hemp/?utm_source=openai)).

Testing & COA guidance

Licensed hemp must be tested for total delta‑9 THC (post‑decarboxylation) with measurement of uncertainty, per USDA hemp testing guidelines; Indiana follows USDA‑approved State Hemp Plan ([ams.usda.gov](https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/hemp/information-laboratories/lab-testing-guidelines?utm_source=openai)). Laboratories must report results to USDA and retain COAs for three years ([ams.usda.gov](https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/hemp/information-laboratories/lab-testing-guidelines?utm_source=openai)). ISO 17025 accreditation is encouraged but not strictly required.

What to buy

Non‑smokable hemp products derived from hemp with ≤ 0.3% delta‑9 THC and containing no other controlled substances qualify as low‑THC hemp extract and are permitted under Indiana law.

What to avoid

Smokable hemp flower or bud is banned. Delta‑8 THC, delta‑10 THC, THCa, HHC, and other THC isomers are treated as Schedule I controlled substances and are not protected—even if derived from hemp.

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC must not exceed 0.3% dry weight in hemp products.
• Smokable hemp (flower/bud) is explicitly banned under Indiana law.
• Delta‑8 THC is treated as a Schedule I controlled substance per AG Opinion 2023‑1.
• Low‑THC hemp extract must contain no other controlled substances to qualify for exemption.
• Licensed growers/handlers must comply with Indiana State Hemp Plan and OISC licensing.

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