Michigan Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws (2026)

This guide provides an educational overview of Michigan’s hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of September 1, 2026. It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Michigan, USA hemp laws: quick overview

Michigan’s Industrial Hemp Growers Act (Public Act 220 of 2020, immediate effect Oct 16 2020; amended Mar 24 2021) establishes the state hemp program under MDARD, aligned with USDA rules ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdard/documents/pesticide-plant-pest/hemp/MDARD-Hemp-Production-Plan.pdf?rev=d8b106947ded4468aede817236b8a86c&utm_source=openai)). Growers must register with MDARD, submit FBI background checks for key participants, and pay fees (e.g. $1,250 flat fee) ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/plant-pest/plant-health/industrial-hemp/resources?utm_source=openai)). Pre‑harvest sampling must be requested 20–30 days before harvest; if total delta‑9‑THC is within the “acceptable THC level” (i.e. ≤0.3% dry weight per federal baseline), MDARD issues a certified report and the grower must harvest within 30 days ([legislature.mi.gov](https://legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?highlight=public%2Cact%2C4%2Cof%2C2023&objectName=mcl-333-29405&utm_source=openai)). Labs analyzing THC must be DEA‑registered as of Dec 31 2022 ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/plant-pest/plant-health/industrial-hemp/resources?utm_source=openai)). Processing, distribution, and sale of hemp products are regulated by the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA), following Executive Reorganization Order 2022‑1 effective April 13 2022 ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/cra/ero-hemp-transition-faqs?utm_source=openai)). Delta‑8 THC and other THC products derived from hemp are classified as marijuana and require CRA licensing since Oct 11 2021 (Public Act 56 of 2021) ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/cra/resources/consumer-connection/delta-8-information?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of hemp (raw plant material) are allowed if the sender is a registered MDARD grower or licensed CRA processor. No special state shipping restrictions found. Age verification: not specified for hemp; for delta‑8 or THC products, CRA licensing implies adult‑only sales. Retailer registration: growers must register with MDARD; processors must hold CRA Hemp Processor‑Handler license.

Testing & COA guidance

Testing panels must include total delta‑9‑THC; labs must be DEA‑registered as of Dec 31 2022 ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/plant-pest/plant-health/industrial-hemp/resources?utm_source=openai)). MDARD’s Geagley Laboratory handles official samples; certified reports are issued. COA retention not specified in sources; remediation or disposal required for non‑compliant lots within 30 days of sampling ([legislature.mi.gov](https://legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?highlight=public%2Cact%2C4%2Cof%2C2023&objectName=mcl-333-29405&utm_source=openai)).

What to buy

Compliant hemp products with ≤0.3% delta‑9‑THC dry weight, processed by CRA‑licensed handlers. Non‑intoxicating forms such as CBD oil, hemp seed oil, fiber, grain, microgreens, and other non‑THC products are allowed under MDARD cultivation and CRA processing frameworks.

What to avoid

Delta‑8 THC products (and other hemp‑derived THC isomers) sold without CRA license are illegal. Intoxicating hemp products (e.g. delta‑8, THC‑O) are regulated as marijuana since Oct 11 2021. No evidence that THCa flower or smokable hemp is separately banned, but any product exceeding THC thresholds or lacking CRA license is non‑compliant.

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC must not exceed 0.3% dry weight per federal baseline (no stricter Michigan limit found)
• Hemp growers must register with MDARD under Public Act 220 of 2020 (as amended), effective Oct 16 2020 (amended Mar 24 2021)
• Hemp processors must hold a Hemp Processor‑Handler license from CRA (formerly MRA) since April 13 2022
• Delta‑8 THC products are regulated as marijuana and require CRA licensing since Oct 11 2021
• Pre‑harvest sampling required 20–30 days before harvest; compliant lots must be harvested within 30 days
• Labs must be DEA‑registered to analyze THC as of Dec 31 2022

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