USDA delays DEA lab requirement for the third time
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a one-year extension of the delay in enforcing its rule mandating that all hemp products sold in the United States be tested by laboratories registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This marks the third consecutive year officials have postponed the implementation of this requirement, reflecting ongoing challenges in aligning regulatory frameworks with industry capabilities.
As a result of this continued suspension, hemp product manufacturers are permitted to use non-DEA-registered third-party laboratories for testing through December 31, 2025. This extension provides additional flexibility to producers while the industry adapts to evolving compliance standards.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a one-year extension of the delay in enforcing its rule mandating that all hemp products sold in the United States be tested by laboratories registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This marks the third consecutive year officials have postponed the implementation of this requirement, reflecting ongoing challenges in aligning regulatory frameworks with industry capabilities.
As a result of this continued suspension, hemp product manufacturers are permitted to use non-DEA-registered third-party laboratories for testing through December 31, 2025. This extension provides additional flexibility to producers while the industry adapts to evolving compliance standards.
