SC H4004

Establishes a regulatory framework for the distribution and sale of nonalcoholic hemp-derived beverages containing delta-9 THC at 0.3% or less on a dry weight basis, limited to 12-ounce cans with no more than 10mg of THC per serving

Requires producers, wholesalers, and retailers to obtain licenses from the SC Department of Agriculture, with biennial fees of $2,000 for producers and wholesalers, and $400 for retailers; retailers must also hold a valid beer and wine permit

Mandates third-party laboratory testing for cannabinoids, heavy metals, microbials, mycotoxins, pesticides, and residual solvents, with certificates of analysis required for each batch

Prohibits sales to anyone under 21 years of age, with enforcement authority granted to SLED for conducting random, unannounced inspections; licensed locations must be at least 1,000 feet from schools and daycares

Imposes a tax of 0.6 cents per ounce for beverages with 5mg or less THC and 1.2 cents per ounce for beverages with more than 5mg but no more than 10mg THC, with revenue directed to the state general fund and special school account