FDA Warns Five Companies for Illegal Sale of CBD Products

Nov.23.2022
FDA Warns Five Companies for Illegal Sale of CBD Products
The FDA warns five companies for illegally selling CBD products that may be confused with traditional foods and beverages.

The US Food and Drug Administration issued warning letters today to five companies illegally selling products containing cannabidiol (CBD).


Several companies have been accused of selling products containing CBD. The FDA has stated that some consumers may confuse these products with traditional food and beverages that do not contain CBD, which could lead to unintended or excessive consumption of CBD.


The FDA expressed concern in a press release about CBD-containing products that appeal to children, such as gummies, hard candies, and cookies.


On November 11th, BrandsNaturally Infused LLC, Newhere Inc. dba CBDFX, Infusionz LLC, and CBD American Shaman, LLC, all received warning letters from an undisclosed sender.


According to the agency, the FDA has yet to find sufficient information to determine how much CBD can be consumed and for how long before it causes harm.


The organization stated that this is particularly important for vulnerable groups such as children and pregnant women. People should be aware of the potential risks associated with using CBD products.


The warning letter also outlined other violations of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, including some companies illegally selling CBD products that claim to cure, alleviate, treat, or prevent various diseases without approval and adding CBD to animal food, such as pet snacks.


The FDA has required these companies to respond within 15 business days, outlining how they plan to address the issues described in the warning letter, or providing reasoning and supporting information for why they believe their products are not in violation of the law," the agency wrote. "Failing to promptly and adequately address noncompliance may result in legal action, including product seizure and/or injunction.


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