Florida CBD Regulations — SB 1676 Requirements

Legal Disclaimer: This information reflects Florida cannabis law as of March 2026 and is for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Laws and regulations change — always verify current rules with the Office of Medical Marijuana Use or a qualified attorney. Cannabis remains illegal under federal law.

Last verified: March 2026

Legal Framework

CBD products derived from hemp are legal in Florida when they meet the requirements of SB 1676 (Chapter 2023-299), which took effect July 1, 2023. CBD products are regulated as food products under the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Requirements for Legal CBD Products

All CBD products sold in Florida must meet these requirements:

Testing

Third-party lab testing by an accredited laboratory
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting potency and safety
Testing for contaminants including pesticides, heavy metals, and microbial content

Labeling

A QR code linking to the COA must appear on every package
Accurate CBD/THC content per serving and per container
Ingredient list and allergen warnings
Net weight and serving size information

Packaging

Child-resistant packaging meeting ASTM D 3475-20 standards
Tamper-evident sealing
Not designed to appeal to children

Retail Requirements

Retailers must hold a Hemp Food Establishment Permit from FDACS
Inhalable hemp products (including CBD vapes) require purchasers to be 21 or older

What CBD Cannot Claim

Under both Florida and federal law, CBD products cannot make specific medical claims. Products cannot be marketed as treatments for diseases or medical conditions without FDA approval. Labels and marketing that claim CBD "cures" or "treats" specific conditions violate both FDA regulations and Florida law.

Where to Buy

Legal CBD products are widely available in Florida at pharmacies, health food stores, specialty CBD shops, grocery stores, and online retailers. Unlike medical marijuana, no medical card is required to purchase CBD products (except for inhalable products, which require the buyer to be 21+).

FDACS Enforcement

FDACS actively enforces CBD product regulations. The department's "Operation Safe Summer" initiative in 2025 seized over 155,000 non-compliant hemp product packages statewide. Consumers should verify that products display a valid QR code linking to a current COA before purchasing.

Resources

FDACS: Hemp & CBD in Florida