Thanks to lawyer, Jason Adelstone, for the spot on this development in Greece
The new regulations prohibit the retail sale, distribution and supply of dried cannabis flower products nationwide, regardless of THC or cannabinoid content
Greece has introduced a nationwide ban on the retail sale and distribution of dried cannabis flower products under a new regulatory framework announced by the country’s medicines authority.
According to the announcement, the prohibition applies across the entire country and covers all forms of retail sale, circulation and supply of dried cannabis flowers to consumers, regardless of their tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content or overall cannabinoid concentration.
Ban Covers All Cannabis Sativa Flower Products
The measure applies to dried flowers derived from Cannabis sativa L. varieties, whether in processed or unprocessed form.
Authorities said the restrictions stem from provisions included in the new legislative framework governing cannabis-related products. The ban takes immediate effect and applies to all economic operators involved in the sector, as well as retailers and distributors.
Compliance Warning Issued
The National Organization for Medicines urged businesses and consumers to fully comply with the new legislation, stressing that the restrictions are already in force.
The authority emphasized the need for strict adherence to the regulations and warned that all prohibited activities involving the retail sale, distribution or supply of dried cannabis flower products must cease immediately.
Market Inspections Planned
Officials also announced that inspections will be carried out by the competent regulatory and enforcement authorities to ensure compliance with the new rules.
The checks will focus on verifying that businesses are observing the ban and implementing the requirements of the updated regulatory framework.
The decision establishes a blanket prohibition on dried cannabis flower products in the consumer market, irrespective of THC levels or other cannabinoid content, marking a significant change in the regulation of cannabis-derived products in Greece.
PROHIBITION ON THE RETAIL SALE OF CANNABIS PRODUCTS IN THE FORM OF DRIED FLOWER
The National Medicines Organization informs interested economic operators and the consumer public that according to the new regulatory framework for cannabis products (Law 5302/26, Government Gazette A’78, art. 43 par. 2 and art. 46), Any form of retail sale, distribution and distribution is completely prohibited within the Greek territory. in any way to the consumer public dried flower regardless of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content and regardless of cannabinoid content, derived from the cultivation of hemp varieties of the species Cannabis Sativa L, either in processed or raw form.
The attention of everyone interested in the full compliance with the relevant legislative framework, which is immediate application and for loyal and steadfast compliance with the above prohibitions.
On-site inspections will be carried out in the market by the competent Audit Authorities to verify compliance with the above prohibitions and the implementation of the new institutional framework.
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