Virginia Smoke & Vape Shops: A Quick Guide to CBD & THC Hemp Product Compliance

Confused about what hemp products you can legally sell in Virginia? Here’s your no-nonsense guide for smoke and vape shops.

Stay compliant, avoid fines, and maximize your sales with this quick legal breakdown.

Know the Federal Baseline

Hemp is federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill if it contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC on a dry-weight basis.

Products derived from compliant hemp (like CBD oils, vapes, and gummies) are legal federally—but states can add stricter rules.

Virginia’s Hemp Rules for Retailers (as of 2025)

• Hemp-derived products with any detectable Delta-9 THC above 0.3% are illegal.
• THC edibles and beverages must follow Virginia’s new per-serving and per-package THC limits.
• No “synthetic” cannabinoids like Delta-8 made through chemical conversion are allowed unless fully compliant with the state’s Virginia regulated hemp product laws.
• Products must be lab-tested and have Certificates of Analysis (COAs) available to customers.

Retail Compliance Checklist

• Source only from licensed hemp processors in Virginia (or compliant out-of-state vendors).
• Ensure proper labeling: THC content, batch number, QR code linking to lab results, and age restrictions if applicable.
• Keep a COA reference guide for retailers on hand for all products in case of inspection.
• Follow age restrictions: CBD products can be sold 18+, while most hemp-derived THC products require 21+ sales only.

Avoiding Common Legal Pitfalls

• Don’t sell products that look like traditional candy without compliant packaging—Virginia cracks down on products that appeal to children.
• Don’t market hemp products as medical treatments—that triggers recent FDA enforcement actions.
• Stay updated—laws are evolving, and enforcement is increasing for retailers.

Pro Tip for Vape & Smoke Shops

• Consider focusing on hemp-derived 25:1 THC/CBD drinks in Virginia, compliant THC seltzers, and edibles—they are the fastest-growing category in Virginia retail.
• Stock products that show up in searches for “local CBD near me” by adding your store to our store locator.
• Partner with a seed-to-sale Virginia hemp manufacturer who understands the law—this reduces your risk and improves your supply chain reliability.

As the Virginia hemp manufacturer, Pure Shenandoah is fully compliant, well-established, and committed to education. We work closely with VDACS hemp retail license requirements and can help you with any compliance questions through our in-house cannabis legal team.

Keep Your Shop Compliant (and Thriving)

Staying compliant keeps your shop open and profitable. Follow these steps, and you can confidently stock CBD and hemp-derived THC products that customers love—without risking fines or seizures.

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