Licensing Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you need a permit or license to sell products containing CBD?
No. You do not need a permit or license to sell products containing CBD so long as the products do not contain THC.
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Can package stores offer tastings for infused beverages to consumers?
No. Tastings of infused beverages are not permitted for consumers.
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Do I need to use a Connecticut testing laboratory for infused beverages manufactured outside of Connecticut?
No. Infused beverages manufactured outside of Connecticut must be laboratory tested in a manner substantially similar to the requirements set forth for infused beverages that are manufactured in Connecticut.
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Can the holder of a wholesaler permit provide infused beverages at no cost to a package store with an endorsement to sell infused beverages?
Yes. While the law prohibits the gifting or transfer of infused beverages at no cost to consumers, it does not prohibit the gifting or transfer of infused beverages at no cost between businesses.
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Do you need an infused beverage manufacturer license if you are branding the infused beverages, but not engaged in the actual manufacturing of the infused beverage?
No; only the entity manufacturing the infused beverage must hold an infused beverage manufacturer license.
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Statistics and Documents
Review public documents and statistics related to the adult-use cannabis program.
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Moderate-THC Hemp Product Vendor Certificate of Registration
Beginning on January 1, 2025, no person shall sell any moderate-THC hemp product in the state unless such person is a cannabis establishment or holds a certificate of registration issued by the Commissioner of Consumer Protection pursuant to this section.
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Adult-Use Cannabis Licensing Program
Information on adult-use cannabis establishment license types and how to apply.
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Archive: Producer Applicant FAQs
Questions and answers for applicants who were interested in applying for a medical marijuana producer license in 2012.
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When will license applications be available for the Adult Use Cannabis program?
The first application period for each license type will open for a period of 90 days on the following dates:
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What is required on a THC-infused beverage label?
Each THC-infused beverage container must a prominently displayed symbol indicating that the beverage is not legal nor safe for individuals who are under 21 years of age as well as other packaging and labeling requirements..
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Criminal History Records Checks for Backers and Key Employees
An applicant shall request a background check not more than sixty days prior to submission of an application.
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What are the license fees?
The license fees for different license types in the Adult Use Cannabis program are as follows:
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What do I need to do to continue to sell THC-infused beverages?
Not all businesses will be allowed to continue to sell THC-infused beverages. Effective July 1, 2024, only cannabis retail establishments (dispensary facilities, hybrid retailers and retailers) and package stores with a waiver can offer THC-infused beverages (beverages containing THC) for retail sale.
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What do package stores need to do to continue to sell THC-infused beverages?
Not all businesses will be allowed to continue to sell THC-infused beverages. Effective July 1, 2024, only cannabis retail establishments (dispensary facilities, hybrid retailers and retailers) and package stores with a waiver can offer THC-infused beverages (beverages containing THC) for retail sale.
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What do businesses, other than cannabis retailers and package stores, need to do to continue to sell THC-infused beverages?
Not all businesses will be allowed to continue to sell THC-infused beverages. Effective July 1, 2024, only cannabis retail establishments (dispensary facilities, hybrid retailers and retailers) and package stores with a waiver can offer THC-infused beverages (beverages containing THC) for retail sale.
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