WA HB2740

Hemp-derived cannabinoid products must contain no more than 0.4 milligrams of total tetrahydrocannabinols per container to remain classified as hemp rather than regulated cannabis; products exceeding this limit or containing synthetic cannabinoids are subject to cannabis laws and enforcement.

Sales of hemp consumables containing any detectable THC are restricted to persons 21 years of age or older, with required age verification at point of sale.

Manufacturers must annually register each hemp-derived cannabinoid product formulation with the Department of Agriculture at a minimum fee of $2,500 per formulation; unregistered products face civil penalties up to $10,000 per product per day.

A 10 percent retail sales tax is imposed on hemp-derived cannabinoid products, with revenue split equally between the hemp regulatory account and the state general fund.

Licensed cannabis processors may manufacture compliant hemp-derived cannabinoid products for sale to non-cannabis retail outlets such as grocery and convenience stores, provided products meet the 0.4 milligram THC limit and are registered with the Department of Agriculture.