FDA Prohibits CBD Supplements for Livestock

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has forced a cannabis company to remove a CBD extract intended for livestock from its product lineup. Authorities are concerned that this cannabinoid could make its way into food products such as milk and eggs, which could pose health risks.

The FDA sent warning letters to five companies selling products containing legal and semi-legal cannabinoids. One of these letters was addressed to Kingdom Harvest, a company that marketed a “natural MJ extract” with CBD for farm animals. The company recommended adding this product to the feed of cows and chickens.

“In addition to potential safety issues for the animals themselves, CBD products raise concerns about the safety of human food (meat, milk, and eggs) derived from these animals,” the FDA stated in its message.

The FDA requested that the company immediately stop selling any unapproved CBD products for livestock. The agency also noted that there is insufficient data to determine whether CBD actually ends up in food products produced by these animals.

Currently, the mentioned extract is no longer available on the company’s website. However, other pet products—which have also drawn FDA scrutiny—remain listed.

FDA Warns Against Delta-8-THC Health Claims

In letters sent to the other four companies, the FDA emphasized that it is unacceptable to market delta-8-THC products as treatments for diseases or for other therapeutic purposes. The FDA reminded companies that there are no approved medications containing this cannabinoid.

“The FDA is very concerned about the growing popularity of delta-8-THC products sold online and in stores nationwide,” said Janet Woodcock, the agency’s deputy commissioner. “These products are being advertised as treatments or remedies for a wide range of conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, anxiety, and nausea.”

She also noted that the FDA is worried about the labeling of these products, as they often mimic popular candies, making them especially appealing to children.