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Is CBD Legal In Ireland? A Comprehensive Guide To CBD.

Posted on by Emma Fletcher
08
Oct

Are you exploring the world of CBD and unsure where to begin? This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about CBD in Ireland, including its legal status, uses, and tips for purchasing. Let’s dive in and uncover how CBD fits into the Irish landscape.

The Legal Status of CBD in Ireland

Is It Legal To Buy CBD Online in Ireland?

Yes! You can legally purchase CBD products online in Ireland as long as they contain less than 0.2% THC and are derived from hemp extracts. Many retailers, including our own, offer a wide range of CBD products that meet these legal requirements.

Legally Buying CBD Offline In Ireland

CBD is also available in high-street stores across Ireland. However, the same rule applies: the product must contain less than 0.2% THC.

Growing Hemp For CBD In Ireland

Yes, you can grow hemp in Ireland, but you’ll need a hemp license from the Irish Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA). You must also follow EU-approved extraction methods. Don’t worry, though—our CBD products are EU-grown in Bulgaria, ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Is It Legal To Buy Products Containing More Than 0.2% THC?

No. In Ireland, cannabis products with more than 0.2% THC are not legal for general use. While products containing higher THC levels are available on prescription, they are restricted to very specific medical conditions. For those looking to experience the full plant profile, broad-spectrum oils are a legal option. These oils contain over 100 parts of the plant, delivering enhanced effects without exceeding the THC limit.

Why Choose Hemp-Derived CBD?

In Ireland, CBD is legal as long as it comes from EU-approved industrial hemp and contains less than 0.2% THC. Hemp-derived CBD offers all the benefits of CBD without the psychoactive effects of THC, ensuring compliance with Irish law. At Hempwell, we grow our own certified hemp and test each product rigorously for purity and accurate dosages, ensuring that what you buy is safe, legal, and effective.

What Exactly is CBD?

CBD, short for Cannabidiol, is one of 113 cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Unlike THC, which is responsible for the “high” effect, CBD is non-psychoactive. This means it won’t get you high, making it a safer option for those concerned about psychoactive effects. Whilst taking CBD you can still drive and work so it is completely safe to incorporate into your daily routine. Once isolated from the plant, CBD is added to carrier oils to create products like CBD oils, capsules, creams, and more.

While CBD is not classified as an illegal substance under Irish law, it is also not officially recognized as a medical product by the HPRA. This means no health claims can be made about its potential benefits, and CBD products in Ireland must be labelled as food supplements or flavourings. Our CBD is classified as a food supplement and although we can not make medical claims hundreds of customers have shared the medical benefits they have felt in our testimonials (here).

So How Does CBD Work?

CBD works by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complex network of neurotransmitters and receptors responsible for regulating vital bodily functions such as mood, appetite, memory, and pain. The ECS helps maintain balance, or homeostasis, and CBD plays a role in supporting that balance.

Think of the ECS as the dashboard of your body—it signals what’s out of balance, and CBD works like a mechanic, helping to fix these imbalances. CBD interacts with specific receptors like CNR2, which may reduce inflammation, and CNR1, which could help manage anxiety and pain.

Interestingly, your body produces its own cannabinoids (known as endocannabinoids) to maintain balance. CBD’s structure is similar to these endocannabinoids, allowing it to interact with the same receptors and potentially modulate processes such as pain and mood regulation.

How much should I take?

Everybody is different therefore everyone’s dose can be different. Depending on if you are using CBD for chronic illness or just general wellness your dose of CBD will differ. You can work out your dose (HERE) through our weight chart to see your low, medium and high dose. Our advice with dose is to start low and go slow, trust your own body and be consistent with how much you take.

What Can CBD Help With?

CBD has many potential benefits from skin conditions, chronic pain to hormone balancing. Check out our other blog posts to see how it may help with:

Key Takeaways for Buying Legal CBD in Ireland

  • Legal CBD: Must contain less than 0.2% THC and come from hemp.
  • Purchase options: Available online and in physical stores, though high-THC products are prescription-only.
  • Growing hemp: Requires a license from the HPRA and adherence to EU extraction methods.
  • Quality assurance: Always buy from reputable sources to ensure compliance with regulations on THC and other cannabinoids.

When exploring CBD in Ireland, ensure that you stay informed about the products you buy, choose trusted sources, and enjoy the benefits of this versatile plant compound within the bounds of Irish law. For more information check out our new to CBD page (here) or drop us a message to chat about the best product for you (here).

Emma Fletcher