Louisiana Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws (2026)

This guide provides educational, state‑specific compliance information on hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws in Louisiana. It is for informational purposes only and not legal advice.

Louisiana hemp laws: quick overview

Louisiana defines “industrial hemp” as Cannabis sativa L. and any part thereof with total THC concentration not more than 0.3% on a dry‑weight basis, per RS 3:1461 et seq., as enacted by Act 164 of 2019 (eff. June 6 2019) and amended through Acts including 2022 and 2024 ([ldaf.la.gov](https://www.ldaf.la.gov/plants/industrial-hemp/regulations?utm_source=openai)). The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry (LDAF) regulates cultivation and non‑consumable processing; consumable hemp products fall under the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) ([ldaf.la.gov](https://www.ldaf.la.gov/plants/industrial-hemp/regulations?utm_source=openai)). Act 752 of 2024 (HB 952), effective January 1 2025, amended RS 3:1482–1483 to ban all inhalable consumable hemp products at retail and cap total THC at 8 mg per serving and 40 mg per package for non‑inhalable products ([cannabisregulations.ai](https://www.cannabisregulations.ai/state-legality/louisiana-delta-8?utm_source=openai)). LDH rules require product registration, label approval, and COA from ISO/IEC 17025 labs, with testing for cannabinoids, solvents, pesticides, heavy metals, and microbiologicals; dry‑weight limits include ≤ 0.3% delta‑9 THC and ≤ 1% total THC ([ldh.la.gov](https://ldh.la.gov/page/4860?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of consumable hemp products must comply with Louisiana’s limits (≤ 8 mg per serving, ≤ 40 mg per package, non‑inhalable) and be registered with LDH. Retailers must hold ATC permits; remote retailers must meet LDH registration and ATC licensing. Age verification (21+) is required at point of sale.

Testing & COA guidance

All consumable hemp products must be tested by ISO/IEC 17025‑accredited labs. COAs must include potency (serving size, total THC per serving/package), cannabinoid profile, solvents, pesticides, heavy metals, and microbiological contaminants. Records must be retained for at least three years ([ldh.la.gov](https://ldh.la.gov/page/4860?utm_source=openai)).

What to buy

Non‑inhalable consumable hemp products (e.g. edibles, tinctures, beverages) that are registered with LDH, sold by ATC‑licensed retailers, and comply with ≤ 8 mg total THC per serving and ≤ 40 mg per package.

What to avoid

Inhalable consumable hemp products (vapes, cartridges, dabs) are banned. Floral hemp material for inhalation is prohibited. Products exceeding THC limits or lacking LDH approval or COA should be avoided.

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Total THC ≤ 0.3% dry‑weight for industrial hemp (LDAF) per RS 3:1461 et seq.
• Consumable hemp products: ≤ 8 mg total THC per serving, ≤ 40 mg per package (LDH, Act 752, effective Jan 1 2025)
• Inhalable consumable hemp products (e.g. vapes, dabs) banned at retail (LDH, Act 752)
• All consumable hemp products must be registered with LDH and sold by ATC‑licensed retailers
• COA from ISO/IEC 17025 lab required, including potency, contaminants, cannabinoids (LDH rules)
• Minimum purchase age 21; gas stations/convenience stores prohibited from selling consumable hemp

Educational content only — not legal or medical advice.

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