CBD has already become millions of consumers' favorite ingredient, so no wonder you don't want to leave your CBD products behind on your upcoming trip. Still, you may wonder if you can bring CBD along with you on your journey, so here's everything you need to know to avoid problems and tips for packing cannabidiol with confidence.

Traveling With CBD Domestically

If your next destination is amongst 50 U.S. states, you'll have less to worry about; the 2018 Farm Bill made hemp-derived CBD federally legal in the U.S.  However, make sure you're bringing a farm-bill compliant product with you, which should have no more than .3% THC.

Although CBD is legal at the federal level, different states may still have varying laws regarding the cannabis compound, and it's best to check with local laws before including CBD in your packing list. 

As for air travel, The TSA allows federally legal CBD (hemp-derived CBD with ≤ 0.3% THC) on board. However, CBD oil in your carry-on bag in a container over 3.4 ounces will still be an issue, like any other liquid product.

Per the TSA's website:

"Marijuana and certain cannabis-infused products, including some cannabidiol (CBD) oil, remain illegal under federal law except for products that contain no more than 0.3 percent THC on a dry weight basis or that are approved by FDA. (See the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, Pub. L. 115-334.) TSA officers are required to report any suspected violations of law to local, state, or federal authorities.”

Traveling With CBD Internationally

Although CBD is federally legal in the U.S. and many countries have also legalized it, not all countries have the same laws regarding hemp-derived CBD. In Europe, for instance, CBD is legal but only with up to .2% THC (Regulation (EU) No 1307/2013). In Japan, CBD is legal while THC is not, so any measurable amount of the psychoactive compound can get you in trouble. Most CBD products in the U.S. have up to 3% THC content, and they can become a problem in other countries with different laws. The best way to ensure you bring a product considered legal in the country you are flying to is to find its local laws regarding CBD online or speak directly to the embassy. Then you'll need to see the ingredients on the label and see if the product complies with the local laws where you're headed. 

Still, even labels do not always provide accurate information about the product, so without third-party lab testing, it'll be tough to know if the claims on the label are valid or not. That's why it's crucial only to bring CBD products that have been third-party lab tested. Test results can confirm the THC amount in the bottle to be well-assured you aren't breaking any laws.

5 Tips for Traveling With CBD

1. Avoid Traveling With CBD Flower

   Although CBD products won't cause you any problems on domestic or even on some international flights, CBD Flower can – although federally legal, it can still get you in trouble during security screening. CBD flower smells and looks very much like marijuana. Even though you might not be breaking any law, you'll still have to spend quite some time until the TSA determines whether the flower is of marijuana and if it can be allowed for travel. Bring unopened, sealed containers with full labeling if you still want to try traveling with a CBD flower. That can help TSA confirm the legality of your CBD product.

2. Bring Third-Party Lab Test Results With You

   Although many brands claim to provide a farm-bill compliant product, not all prove THC content in their products, and some may contain more than the federally legal amount. Therefore, it's crucial to buy CBD products that have been third-party lab tested. Lab test results show the amount of THC in the bottle, and it's a great way to ensure you are traveling with a legal product. Moreover, printing and carrying third-party lab test results on your journey can help local and federal officials confirm your product's legality.

3. Comply with 3-1-1 Liquids Rule

   Per the 3-1-1 Liquids Rule, you can bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes through the checkpoint, With each not exceeding 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). To travel with CBD oil and topicals without problems, follow the TSA 3-1-1 guidelines or place larger containers with CBD oil in your checked luggage.

4. Keep Your Products in Original Packaging

   Even if your CBD oil comes in a large container, don't use travel bottles for your CBD oil. It's essential to keep your CBD products in the original packaging, so it's easy for TSA officers to see the content of the product and make sure it's allowed on board. So, when the size of your CBD oil bottle is the problem, opt for a smaller one or place it in the checked luggage.

5. Place Your CBD Vape Products in Your Carry-on Bag

   Although traveling with CBD products is allowed domestically, you cannot place vape pens Battery-powered E-cigarettes, vaporizers, atomizers, and electronic nicotine delivery systems in checked bags.  According to the TSA rules, passengers can only bring vape products on the plane in their carry-on bags, as the FAA prohibits these devices in checked luggage. Vape products may only be carried in the aircraft cabin but always check with your airline for additional restrictions before your trip.

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