FDA, industry preaching opposing CBD narratives on Capitol Hill
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are hearing starkly different messages from FDA and hemp industry stakeholders on the safety profile of cannabidiol (CBD).
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Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are hearing starkly different messages from FDA and hemp industry stakeholders on the safety profile of cannabidiol (CBD).
Dietary supplement trade groups contend a "harm-reduction” framework for CBD envisioned by FDA would undermine the law applicable to the commodity.
With the ongoing theme of safety, FDA recently addressed CBD. While offering up several potential scenarios, the Agency said the CBD marketplace ultimately rests in the hands of Congress.
An FDA official last week reiterated concerns over the potential risks of synthetic cannabinoids, including delta-8 THC.
FDA envisions a pathway for CBD in food and dietary supplements that reduces harm while helping consumers make informed decisions regarding their health.