Rule 1301:18-4-20 | Packaging and labeling requirements for cannabis intended for direct customer sale.
(A) Each cultivator, processor, and dispensary shall establish, maintain, and comply with written policies and procedures to ensure all cannabis intended for direct customer sale complies with the packaging and labeling requirements outlined under rule 1301:18-4-19 of the Administrative Code and this rule, as applicable.
(1) Each licensee shall request approval in a manner prescribed by the division of cannabis control prior to utilizing packaging or labeling intended for direct customer sale.
(2) Each licensee must adhere to all requirements outlined in this rule. In the event the division of cannabis control determines that a licensee fails to comply with these rules, the division may proceed with any action as outlined under Chapter 1301:18-9 of the Administrative Code.
(3) Each package intended for direct customer sale must maintain the integrity and stability of the cannabis contained within.
(4) The Division may permit any of these requirements to be provided to customers in another manner, such as a quick response code or other online resource, as it deems appropriate. Unless otherwise specified by the division, all requirements must be printed on the label.
(B) Each package of cannabis intended for direct customer sale shall prominently, conspicuously, clearly, and plainly display in an unobstructed manner when viewing the package all of the following information in legible English:
(1) The net weight or volume of the contents contained within the package;
(2) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-09 of the Administrative Code, the name of the cannabis product variation, as approved by and registered with the division;
(3) In accordance with rules 1301:18-4-04 and 1301:18-4-19 of the Administrative Code, the universal THC symbol as approved and registered with the division;
(4) The division of cannabis control seal, as prescribed by the division; and
(5) For edible products, the phrase "cannabis-infused" or "marijuana-infused."
(C) Labeling Requirements. In addition to the requirements outlined in paragraph (B) of this rule and unless otherwise permitted in accordance with paragraph (A)(4) of this rule each package of cannabis intended for direct customer sale shall be permanently affixed with a label that includes the following information in legible English:
(1) Cannabis plant material
(a) The name and license number of the cultivator that cultivated and harvested the plant material;
(b) If different than the entity outlined pursuant to paragraph (C)(1)(a) of this rule, the name and license number of the licensee that packaged the plant material for direct customer sale;
(c) The date the plant material was harvested;
(d) The date the plant material was packaged for direct customer sale;
(e) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-09 of the Administrative Code, the unique identifying product registration number, as provided by the division;
(f) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-07 of the Administrative Code, the cannabis strain name, as reflected in and consistent with the cannabis strain name submitted by the licensee into the state inventory tracking system;
(g) The net weight in grams and ounces of the plant material contained within each package;
(h) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-05 of the Administrative Code, the approved range of THC content, as prescribed by the division;
(i) The name and license number of the testing laboratory that conducted all state-required testing;
(j) The date the associated batch of plant material was submitted to all state-required testing;
(k) The state inventory tracking number associated with the specific batch of plant material submitted to all state-required testing as outlined under division 1301:18 of the Administrative Code;
(l) The following, as reflected on the associated certificate of analysis:
(i) The following cannabinoids, at a minimum:
(a) Cannabidiol (CBD);
(b) Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA);
(c) Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV); and
(d) Any other cannabinoid deemed necessary by the division;
(ii) At a minimum, the top three terpenes by percentage;
(m) A statement with the following language: "WARNING: Keep out of reach of children. There is limited information on the side effects and medication interactions and there may be health risks associated with the use of this product. This product may cause impairment and may be habit-forming. THC degrades over time. There may be additional health risks associated with the use of this product for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning on becoming pregnant. Consult your physician prior to use of this product. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. This product may be unlawful outside the state of Ohio"; and
(n) Any other requirements the division deems necessary.
(o) The label shall not include, as reflected on the associated certificate of analysis:
(i) The THC content other than the approved range, as prescribed by the division;
(ii) Any sum total of terpenes or cannabinoids;
(iii) Delta-9 tetraydrocannabinol;
(iv) Delta-8 tetraydrocannabinol; or
(v) Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA).
(2) Cannabis products generally
(a) The name and license number of the processor that manufactured the cannabis product;
(b) If different than the entity outlined pursuant to paragraph (C)(2)(a) of this rule, the name and license number of the licensee that packaged the cannabis product for direct customer sale;
(c) The date the associated lot of final form cannabis products were manufactured;
(d) The date the cannabis product was packaged for direct customer sale;
(e) The expiration date, which shall not exceed one calendar year from the date the associated lot of final form cannabis product was manufactured;
(f) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-09 of the Administrative Code, the unique identifying product registration number, as provided by the division;
(g) The net weight in grams and ounces, or volume in fluid ounces and milliliters contained within each package, as applicable;
(h) The state inventory tracking number associated with the specific lot of final form cannabis products was submitted to all state-required testing;
(i) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-02 of the Administrative Code, the intended method of administration;
(j) If applicable, the serving size;
(k) The name and license number of the testing laboratory that conducted all state-required testing;
(l) The date the associated lot of cannabis products was submitted to all state-required testing;
(m) The following, as reflected on the associated certificate of analysis, in total milligrams per package:
(i) The following cannabinoids:
(a) The THC content as defined by rule 1301:18-1-01 of the Administrative Code;
(b) Delta-8-tetraydrocannabinol;
(c) Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol;
(d) Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA);
(e) Cannabidiol (CBD);
(f) Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA);
(g) Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV); and
(h) Any other cannabinoid deemed necessary by the division.
(ii) At a minimum, the top three terpenes by percentage, in accordance with rules 1301:18-4-13 and 1301:18-4-14 of the Administrative Code. However, the label shall not include any sum total of terpenes.
(n) A statement with the following language: "WARNING: Keep out of reach of children. There is limited information on the side effects and medication interactions and there may be health risks associated with the use of this product. This product may cause impairment and may be habit-forming. THC degrades over time. There may be additional health risks associated with the use of this product for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning on becoming pregnant. Consult your physician prior to use of this product. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. This product may be unlawful outside the state of Ohio; and
(o) Any other requirements the division deems necessary.
(3) Additional requirements for certain products. In addition to the requirements outlined under paragraphs (C)(1) and (C)(2) of this rule, each package of cannabis products intended for direct customer sale shall also include the following additional information on the label, as applicable:
(a) For cannabis-infused edibles and beverages, the following:
(i) In accordance with 21 CFR 101, a list of all ingredients and sub-ingredients;
(ii) In accordance with 21 USC 343, a list of all major food allergens; and
(iii) A statement with the following language: "Caution: When eaten or swallowed, effects and impairment may be delayed."
(b) For cannabis inhalers, a statement with the following language: "Not approved by the FDA";
(c) For any cannabis product intended for smoking, combustion, or vaporization:
(i) A list of all ingredients, sub-ingredients, and additives included and added to the cannabis extract to create the final form cannabis product; and
(ii) A statement with the following language: "Smoking and vaporization is hazardous to your health."
(d) If a solvent-based cannabis extract was used in the manufacture of the product, a disclosure of the type of extraction process and any solvent, gas, or other chemical used in the extraction and manufacturing process or any other compound added to the extract;
(e) In accordance with rule 1301:18-6-06 of the Administrative Code, if the cannabis product was manufactured using a hemp-derived ingredient:
(i) For each hemp-derived ingredient, the following information related to the originating licensed and regulated source that manufactured the ingredient:
(a) The business name of the source; and
(b) The type of extraction process and any solvent, gas, or other chemical used by the originating source in the extraction and manufacturing process or other compound added to the hemp-derived ingredient.
(ii) A statement with the following language: "This product contains hemp-derived ingredients."
(f) Any other requirements the division deems necessary.
(4) Seeds, clones, and live plants.
(a) The name and license number of the cultivator that cultivated the seeds, clones, or live plants;
(b) If different than the entity outlined pursuant to paragraph (C)(4)(a) of this rule, the name and license number of the licensee that packaged the materials for direct customer sale;
(c) The date the material was packaged for direct customer sale;
(d) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-09 of the Administrative Code, the unique identifying product registration number, as provided by the division;
(e) In accordance with rule 1301:18-4-07 of the Administrative Code, the cannabis strain name, as reflected in and consistent with the cannabis strain name submitted by the licensee into the state inventory tracking system;
(f) For seeds:
(i) The date the seeds were harvested by the originating cultivator;
(ii) The net weight in grams and ounces of the seeds in each package; and
(iii) The total number of seeds contained within the package.
(g) For clones and live plants:
(i) The date planted by the originating cultivator;
(ii) The height in inches of the clone or live plant when packaged; and
(iii) The total number of clones or live plants contained within the package.
(h) "WARNING: Keep out of reach of children. This product was NOT subjected to state-required consumer health and safety testing as outlined by division 1301:18 of the Administrative Code. This product may be unlawful outside the state of Ohio"; and
(i) Any other requirements the division deems necessary.
Last updated September 11, 2026 at 9:19 AM
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