Mississippi Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws (2026)

This guide provides an educational overview of Mississippi’s hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of October 8, 2026. It is for informational purposes only and not legal advice.

Mississippi hemp laws: quick overview

Mississippi defines “hemp” as Cannabis sativa L. and any derivative with delta‑9‑THC concentration not exceeding 0.3% on a dry weight basis under Mississippi Code § 69‑25‑203 (effective June 29, 2020) ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/mississippi/title-69/chapter-25/article-4/section-69-25-203/?utm_source=openai)). The Mississippi Hemp Act (formerly Hemp Cultivation Act) governs cultivation, processing, and consumable hemp products, with licensing and registration administered by the Department of Agriculture and Commerce (§ 69‑25‑207) ([sos.ms.gov](https://www.sos.ms.gov/content/documents/ed_pubs/pubs/HJournal_2024v3.pdf?utm_source=openai)). Under § 69‑25‑217, it is unlawful to cultivate hemp exceeding 0.3% Δ9‑THC; violations are misdemeanors, while cultivation exceeding 1% Δ9‑THC is a felony (up to 5 years or $10,000 fine) ([billstatus.ls.state.ms.us](https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/SB/2700-2799/SB2706CS.htm?utm_source=openai)). The law also prohibits manufacture, sale, or distribution of intoxicating hemp products—including delta‑8, delta‑10, synthetic THC, THC‑O esters, HHC, and others—as defined in SB 2572 (2026) § 69‑25‑201(i) and § 69‑25‑217(e‑g) ([billstatus.ls.state.ms.us](https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2500-2599/SB2572IN.htm?utm_source=openai)). Sale to persons under 21 is also prohibited (§ 69‑25‑217(h)) ([billstatus.ls.state.ms.us](https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/SB/2700-2799/SB2706CS.htm?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of hemp products must comply with state definitions (≤0.3% Δ9‑THC) and licensing. Intoxicating hemp products are prohibited, so shipping such items into Mississippi is unlawful. Age verification (21+) is required at point of sale. Retailers must be licensed or registered under the Mississippi Hemp Act.

Testing & COA guidance

Finalized hemp products must include a Certificate of Analysis (COA). Testing must be conducted per state rules; licensing requires COA submission and label approval. Specific panels, ISO 17025, and retention rules are not detailed in available statutes and thus are unknown.

What to buy

Non‑intoxicating hemp products derived from hemp with ≤0.3% Δ9‑THC, such as CBD oils, tinctures, topicals, and other consumables that do not contain prohibited cannabinoids and are sold by licensed entities.

What to avoid

Intoxicating hemp products are banned—this includes delta‑8 THC, delta‑10 THC, synthetic cannabinoids, THC‑O esters, HHC, THCa flower, and any artificially derived cannabinoids. Also avoid products sold to under‑21 individuals.

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC in hemp must not exceed 0.3% dry weight (Mississippi Code § 69‑25‑203)
• Intoxicating hemp products (e.g., delta‑8, delta‑10, synthetic THC) are prohibited for sale under § 69‑25‑217
• Sale of consumable hemp products to persons under 21 is unlawful (§ 69‑25‑217)
• Cultivation and processing require state licensing/registration via MDAC (§ 69‑25‑207)
• Violations (e.g., >0.3% Δ9 THC) may result in misdemeanor or felony penalties (§ 69‑25‑217)

Educational content only — not legal or medical advice.

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