– Robertsville-based marijuana manufacturer Delta Extraction involved in a massive recall incident
– Delta accused of illegally importing marijuana into Missouri
– Delta counters claims by saying it imported a non-psychoactive hemp product converted into THC once in Missouri
– The state’s oversight is under question, ambiguity circulates over how hemp was processed
Looking for Clarity in Missouri’s Mysterious Marijuana Recall
In Missouri, a massive marijuana recall has sparked a whirlwind of controversy, with the primary query – what exactly was recalled and from where did it originate? The center of this state-wide pandemonium is a THC concentrate, in part derived from hemp.
Delta Extraction at the Heart of the Storm
The epicenter of this fiasco is Robertsville-based marijuana manufacturer, Delta Extraction. The company stands accused of importing marijuana unlawfully into the state – a claim it fervently denies. Delta’s defense? They assert they imported a non-psychoactive hemp product, which was then converted into the mind-altering THC within Missouri’s borders.
In the Realm of Technicalities and Legalese: Is it Hemp or Cannabinoid?
Separating fact from fiction has proven complicated – it now boils down to the fine print. State and federal law differentiates hemp (containing less than 0.3% THC) and marijuana (anything more than 0.3% THC) largely based on their THC content, not the forms of cannabinoids they contain. Thus, deciding if Delta’s imported product was hemp-derived or an illegal cannabinoid can profoundly impact the complexion of the case.
The Breezy Take
This Missouri pot mix-up feels less like a clear-cut case and more like a game of ‘he said, she said.’ Delta’s argument creatively dances around legal definitions and technicalities. Meanwhile, it casts an unflattering spotlight on Missouri’s oversight of the marijuana industry. Is it a hemp or marijuana debacle? It’s too soon to call. This intriguing saga has underscored the need for more precise legislation, stringent oversight, and maybe most importantly, a comprehensive knowledge of what you’re putting in your pot.
Original article: https://missouriindependent.com/2023/09/25/missouri-cannabis-recall-hemp/
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