South Carolina Hemp & Hemp‑Derived Cannabinoid Laws

This guide provides educational, state‑specific information on South Carolina hemp and hemp‑derived cannabinoid laws as of September 1, 2026. It is for educational purposes only and not legal advice.

South Carolina, USA hemp laws: quick overview

South Carolina defines hemp under Title 46, Chapter 55 as Cannabis sativa L. and derivatives with a delta‑9 THC concentration not exceeding 0.3 % on a dry weight basis, aligning with federal law (2018 Farm Bill) ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/Archives/CodeofLaws2018/t46c055.php?utm_source=openai)). Growers may test hemp up to 1 % Δ9 THC and recondition it, but final products must not exceed 0.3 % Δ9 THC ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/Archives/CodeofLaws2018/t46c055.php?utm_source=openai)). In Title 61, Chapter 14, the state permits intoxicating hemp beverages containing no more than 5 mg THC per serving, with Δ9 THC ≤ 0.3 % dry weight, sold only in 12‑ounce cans or bottles; all other intoxicating hemp products remain prohibited ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4759_20260205.htm?utm_source=openai)). Bill 137 (2025‑2026) mandates ISO 17025‑accredited third‑party lab testing, COA issuance, child‑resistant packaging, labeling requirements, and COA expiration within one year ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/137.htm?utm_source=openai)).

Shipping guidance

South Carolina allows transport of compliant hemp products by licensed entities and common carriers, provided invoices and Certificates of Analysis are available for inspection, per Title 46, §46‑56‑260 ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/sj26/20260318.pdf?utm_source=openai)). Interstate commerce of hemp meeting federal Δ9 ≤ 0.3 % is not restricted by state law ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4759_20260129.htm?utm_source=openai)).

Testing & COA guidance

All hemp‑derived products must be tested post‑manufacture by ISO 17025‑accredited third‑party laboratories registered with DEA, as required by Bill 137 (2025‑2026) and Title 46, §46‑56‑80 ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/137.htm?utm_source=openai)). Testing panels must include cannabinoids, heavy metals, microbials, mycotoxins, pesticides, and residual solvents ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/137.htm?utm_source=openai)). COAs must be retained by producers/processors for at least three years and include batch identifiers; expiration dates on labels must be no more than one year from test publication ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/bills/137.htm?utm_source=openai)).

What to buy

Legal products include hemp beverages meeting Δ9 ≤ 0.3 % and ≤ 5 mg THC per serving in 12‑ounce containers, with proper COA, labeling, and child‑resistant packaging ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4759_20260205.htm?utm_source=openai)). Non‑intoxicating hemp products (e.g., CBD, CBG, CBC) that comply with Δ9 ≤ 0.3 % are permitted under Title 46, Chapter 55 ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/Archives/CodeofLaws2018/t46c055.php?utm_source=openai)).

What to avoid

Avoid consumable hemp products other than beverages—they are prohibited and treated as marijuana under Title 46, §46‑55‑70 and Title 46, Chapter 55 ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4759_20260129.htm?utm_source=openai)). Synthetic cannabinoids (e.g., delta‑8, delta‑10, HHC, THCA) are prohibited when intoxicating, per Bill 3924 definitions ([scstatehouse.gov](https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3924_20260319.htm?utm_source=openai)).

How to shop compliant, tested hemp

• Delta‑9 THC ≤ 0.3 % dry weight for hemp (Title 46, Chapter 55)
• Hemp beverages limited to ≤ 5 mg THC per serving, Δ9 ≤ 0.3 % (Title 61, Chapter 14)
• ISO 17025‑accredited third‑party lab testing required for all products (Title 46, §46‑56‑80)
• Certificate of Analysis required and must be retained; expiration ≤ 1 year from test date
• Consumable hemp products (other than beverages) are prohibited unless specifically authorized
• Transport allowed with invoice and COA available for inspection (Title 46, §46‑56‑260)

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