Federal Agencies Crack Down on Cannabis Companies for Packaging Products to Resemble Popular Snacks
- The Federal Trade Commission and Food and Drug Administration sent cease and desist letters to six companies selling Delta-8 THC products with packaging resembling snacks and candies popular with children.
- The companies have 15 days to respond with plans to fix the issue or face potential legal action.
- Over 125 reports of negative health effects have been linked to THC edibles, including some specifically mentioning copycat packaging.
- Products include "Stoneos" designed to look like Oreos, as well as versions of Doritos, Cheetos, and Nerds candy.
- While the packaging indicates the products contain THC, the resemblance to familiar snacks poses risks of accidental ingestion by children.