New York Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws (2026)

This guide provides an educational overview of New York’s hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of May 3, 2026. It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

New York, NY, USA hemp laws: quick overview

New York’s Agriculture & Markets Law Article 29 (e.g., § 506, effective by 2025) permits the growth, sale, distribution, transportation, and processing of hemp and hemp‑derived products under state and federal authorization ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/codes/new-york/agm/article-29/506/?utm_source=openai)). Section 507 prohibits any hemp activity not authorized by law ([newyork.public.law](https://newyork.public.law/laws/n.y._agriculture_and_markets_law_section_507?utm_source=openai)). Public Health Law § 3398‑B requires a separate cannabinoid hemp processor license for processing hemp for human consumption; grower licenses under AGM do not authorize such processing ([newyork.public.law](https://newyork.public.law/laws/n.y._public_health_law_section_3398-b?utm_source=openai)). Cannabis Law § 109 prohibits retail sale or distribution of cannabinoid hemp unless it meets state standards and is sold by licensed retailers ([newyork.public.law](https://newyork.public.law/laws/n.y._cannabis_law_section_109?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

Inbound shipments of hemp extract must be in fully enclosed containers, accompanied by proof of origin (license number) and a certificate of analysis showing Δ9‑THC ≤ 0.3% ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.14?utm_source=openai)). Retailers and processors must be licensed by the Office of Cannabis Management; unlicensed inbound shipments are prohibited ([newyork.public.law](https://newyork.public.law/laws/n.y._cannabis_law_section_109?utm_source=openai)).

Testing & COA guidance

Testing labs must be identified by the Department of Agriculture and Markets for grower compliance; after December 31, 2025, labs must be DEA‑registered for THC testing ([agriculture.ny.gov](https://agriculture.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2025/01/hemp_program_guidance.pdf?utm_source=openai)). Cannabinoid hemp products must include a Certificate of Analysis showing Δ9‑THC ≤ 0.3% ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.14?utm_source=openai)). Products must reflect 80–120% of labeled cannabinoid content ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.8?utm_source=openai)).

What to buy

State‑legal products include cannabinoid hemp products with Δ9‑THC ≤ 0.3% dry weight; oral products with ≤ 1 mg THC per serving and ≤ 10 mg per package; hemp flower ≤ 0.3% Δ9‑THC sold under the cannabinoid hemp program ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.8?utm_source=openai)).

What to avoid

Products containing Delta‑8 THC, Delta‑10 THC, synthetic or isomerized cannabinoids are prohibited ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.8?utm_source=openai)). Injectable, inhaler, cigarette, cigar, pre‑roll, or other disallowed forms are banned ([law.cornell.edu](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-york/9-NYCRR-114.8?utm_source=openai)).

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC ≤ 0.3% dry weight for all cannabinoid hemp products (9 NYCRR § 114.8)
• Oral products: max 1 mg total THC per serving, 10 mg per package (9 NYCRR § 114.8)
• Delta‑8 and Delta‑10 THC are explicitly prohibited (9 NYCRR § 114.8)
• Cannabinoid hemp processors and retailers must be licensed by OCM (PHL § 3398‑B; Cannabis Law § 109)
• Smokable hemp flower allowed ≤ 0.3% Δ9 THC, but only under cannabinoid hemp program (guidance)
• Growers need AGM license; processing for human consumption requires separate OCM license

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