Will Jones
As cannabis has become increasingly popular, people have been searching for more convenient ways to access it, especially through purchasing online. But this raises the question of how a cannabis product can be shipped legally.
Many people have taken to buying THCA flower from online stores like SuperGreens Hemp Co because it qualifies as federally legal. THCA doesn’t make a person high in its natural form.
What Makes THCA Flower Legally Sellable
Legality is determined by whether a business remains in compliance with federal hemp law. Hemp is federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, but only if it contains less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight.
Since hemp is considered legal in the United States if it has very low levels of delta-9 THC, THCA flower can be sold online and shipped. THCA is non-psychoactive until it is heated, and then it becomes delta-9 THC. Regulators are looking at the level of THC by dry weight to determine if a product counts as hemp or marijuana.
There is some debate about enforcement, with some wanting to argue that “total THC” may be considered in future regulation and enforcement. Also, legality is dependent on compliance testing and the laws of each state.
Why Delivery Is Legal
The delivery of THCA flower is not a loophole in the law, but is actually part of compliance. There is a step-by-step process sellers must follow to remain legal. This regulated, documented supply chain ensures the product complies with the law before it is shipped.
The first step is hemp cultivation. The farmers deliberately grow cannabis plants that meet the federal standards and will test below the legal limit for delta-9 THC.
After hemp plants are harvested, they undergo third-party testing. The labs will be used to confirm that the THCA levels are below the legal limit. The lab will issue a Certificate of Analysis (COA) that shows the flower complies with the legal threshold. The lab also screens for mold contamination, pesticides, and heavy metals, but this is not a requirement. For example, SuperGreens Hemp Co is committed to doing more than standard potency testing because of its safety-first policy.
After testing, the THCA flowers are assigned batch numbers and documentation. The products are labeled to indicate compliance with hemp regulations, packaged in accordance with shipping regulations, and shipped only to states where hemp products are allowed.
Small-Form Sourcing vs Mass Production
There are two places where THCA flowers and other hemp products are sourced. These are industrial-scale cannabis cultivation and small independent hemp farms. The cultivation techniques of these two sources are of great importance to those looking for transparency, rigorous testing, and clean cultivation standards.
Many of the mass-produced cannabis plants are grown with chemicals. On the other hand, smaller local farms often focus on clean, organic farming practices.
Convenience and Confidence in the Product
The popularity of THCA delivery is growing due to the ease of access. Being able to order online and have the package arrive on the consumer’s doorstep is very appealing. Another advantage is the availability of the lab results before purchase.
When consumers buy THCA flower online, they ensure the product they receive is not only of good quality but also compliant with federal law.