North Dakota’s Approach to Hemp and THCA
North Dakota has legalized industrial hemp under both state and federal law, aligning with the 2018 Farm Bill. This means THCA (tetrahydrocannabinol acid) - when derived from hemp - can be legally sold and possessed if it meets federal compliance standards.
What Is THCA?
THCA is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that naturally occurs in raw hemp and cannabis plants. It only becomes Δ9-THC, the intoxicating compound, when heated or decarboxylated.
Because of this chemical difference, THCA itself is not intoxicating and qualifies as a hemp derivative under federal guidelines.
Federal Law and State Alignment
Under the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp products are federally legal if Δ9-THC remains below 0.3% dry weight.
North Dakota mirrors this federal definition in its Industrial Hemp Program, meaning:
Hemp-derived cannabinoids, including THCA, are legal.
However, THCA counts toward “total THC” when tested - so the product’s combined THC + THCA cannot exceed the federal threshold.
Is THCA Legal in North Dakota?
Yes - THCA is legal in North Dakota when derived from hemp and verified through third-party lab testing.
Products must:
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Contain ≤ 0.3% total THC (Δ9 + THCA).
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Be hemp-derived, not marijuana-derived.
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Include a Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying compliance.
THCA flower or concentrates that exceed total THC limits are considered marijuana and are regulated under the North Dakota Compassionate Care Act.
What Consumers Should Know
You can legally purchase hemp-derived THCA flower, concentrates, or vapes in North Dakota if they remain compliant under total THC testing.
Always verify:
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COA documentation
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Federally compliant Δ9-THC levels
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Hemp source certification
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Scientific Insight
Research in Frontiers in Pharmacology and Neuropharmacology highlights THCA’s potential anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anti-nausea benefits.
Because it’s non-intoxicating until heated, THCA continues to gain popularity among hemp consumers seeking natural relief.
Final Word
THCA is legal in North Dakota when it’s hemp-derived and meets total THC compliance under 0.3%. Consumers should buy only COA-verified, federally compliant THCA products to remain within state and federal law.
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