Updated on 03/01/2022:
As French law is evolving on this subject, it will no longer be possible to sell CBD flowers and leaves in their raw state or mixed with other products from 31 December. An appeal has been filed. The Council of State is expected to rule on the ban on 7 January.
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Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, is one of the main cannabinoids that can be extracted from cannabis. Available in different formats and used for therapeutic purposes, it has many beneficial effects on physical and mental health. It is legal and has no psychotropic effects, unlike THC or tetrahydrocannabinol. Its consumption does not alter perception. For this reason, selling CBD is completely authorised in France. However, it is strictly regulated. In particular, a certain number of rules must be respected and a number of procedures followed.
Rules for selling CBD
In theory, everyone is allowed to sell CBD as long as all the conditions imposed by the law are respected. These conditions aim to organise the market on the one hand, and to prevent the legal sale of narcotics on the other. First of all, CBD and CBD-derived products must be free of THC. The THC molecule can be responsible for the development of schizophrenia in susceptible adolescents, as well as for changes in thinking and behaviour.
Furthermore, to be accepted, CBD must come from a specific type of cannabis, Sativa L. This variety contains only 0.2% THC, a low level that can be removed during the extraction process. Any other plant is considered illegal. This is why a responsible CBD supplier should be used. Secondly, CBD must be extracted from the stems and roots. The THC in Sativa L is found in the leaves and flowers.
Constraints for opening a retail outlet
To sell CBD, you only need to open a shop selling cannabidiol products. This is not subject to any special measures or administrative steps. At present, the sale of CBD and CBD products is carried out by four main types of shops. These are specialised shops, herbalist shops, pharmacies, tobacco shops and electronic cigarette shops. All these shops use CBD wholesalers.
Regardless of the type of outlet chosen, it is always necessary to ensure beforehand that the products offered comply with the regulations in force. If necessary, it is recommended to follow a training course in the field to avoid any problems with the law. It is also important to know that CBD sellers are not allowed to promote its therapeutic virtues so as not to encourage cannabis consumption.
Customers to sell CBD products to
Selling CBD implies first of all to know perfectly its different effects. This makes it possible to effectively guide consumers in terms of both methods of use and dosage. Although cannabidiol is beneficial to general health, it can have adverse effects on patients suffering from chronic diseases. This is the case for cardiovascular diseases and arterial problems.
Similarly, CBD consumption is contraindicated for pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is up to the seller to find out about the physiological condition of their customers in order to guide them. This is essential to prevent possible complications and to guarantee a healthy consumption. Although cannabidiol is not considered a medicine, it is an active product. Therefore, it is always necessary to be well informed in order to be able to advise.
