Hemp Products Business Start-Up

2 Step Industrial Hemp Products Business Start-Up

How to become part of the New Industrial Hemp Products Market Place.

Step 1 – Formation of your Industrial Hemp Product Corporation

This is the 1st Step in the Licensing process and is the foundation of your Industrial Hemp Product Business.

The main purpose of the 1st Step is to protect your personal assets in the event of a lawsuit. For example, an Industrial Hemp Product causes harm to another person or animal.

Our office will prepare and file with the California Secretary of State all business-formation documents, such as, articles of incorporation, bylaws, Stock Certificates, etc., which establishes who the Owners are, which is a required to proceed to Phase 2 the authorization (Hemp) or application process (Cannabis).  The turn-around time for Phase 1 is approximately 14 business days.

Step 2 – Authorization to manufacture Industrial Hemp Product

This is the 2nd Phase in the authorization (Hemp) and includes the verified business and owner information and tax identification number from Step 1, preparation and uploading of operating procedures and all application requirements related to your type of Industrial Hemp Products.

Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Hemp Products.

Can I start manufacturing and selling industrial hemp products now?

Yes, you may manufacture and sell industrial hemp products or raw hemp extract only after obtaining an Industrial Hemp Enrollment and Oversight (IHEO) Authorization from California Department of Health (CDPH).

In order to get started on the process of applying, please contact our office today for a free 30 minute telephone consultation with an attorney.

What types of industrial hemp products may I manufacture, pack, or hold in California?

    Shelf-stable food (e.g. baked goods, candy, confections, dried mixes, etc.)

    Dietary supplements taken by mouth (e.g. botanicals, herbs, powders, amino acids, etc.)

    Cosmetics (e.g. lotions, balms, makeup, salves, cleansers, etc.)

    Pet food (e.g. food for animals NOT including livestock)

    Beverages

    Inhalables – ONLY for out-of-state sales

Caution – Raw hemp extract industrial hemp products which require refrigeration for safety are NOT allowed. 

Also, you may NOT include industrial hemp in an alcoholic beverage, a product containing nicotine or tobacco, medical devices, or prescription or nonprescription drugs.

Can I make industrial hemp products from my home? 

No. industrial hemp products must be made at a suitable, commercial location.

Will my facility be inspected by CDPH?

The CDPH will review your application and determine if a pre-registration, onsite inspection is necessary to protect public health and ensure compliance with applicable statutes.

The California Health and Safety Code grants the CDPH the authority to enter and inspect any establishment engaged in any covered activity, such as manufacturing, packing, or holding foods, drugs, medical devices, or cosmetics.

Additionally, AB 45 specifies that CDPH may inspect financial data, sales data, and personnel data.