The packaging requirements for marijuana in California are as follows:

• The packaging must be child-resistant.
• The packaging must be tamper-evident.
• The packaging must be resealable (if more than one serving).
• The packaging must be opaque (if an edible cannabis product).
• The packaging must include the following information:
  • The name of the product.
  • The name of the manufacturer.
  • The amount of THC in the product.
  • The amount of CBD in the product.
  • The date the product was packaged.
  • A warning that marijuana has intoxicating effects and may be habit forming and addictive.
  • A warning that marijuana impairs concentration, coordination, and judgment. Do not operate a vehicle or machinery under its influence.
  • A warning that there are health risks associated with consumption of marijuana.
  • A warning that marijuana should not be used by women who are pregnant or breast feeding.
  • A warning that marijuana is for use only by adults 21 years of age and older. Keep out of the reach of children.
  • The universal symbol for cannabis.

The packaging must also include a unique identifier that can be used to track the product from the point of manufacture to the point of sale.

In addition to the above requirements, there are also specific packaging requirements for edible marijuana products. Edible marijuana products must be packaged in child-resistant containers that are opaque and resealable. The containers must also be labeled with the following information:

• The name of the product.
• The name of the manufacturer.
• The amount of THC in the product.
• The amount of CBD in the product.
• The date the product was packaged.
• A warning that edible marijuana products may contain more THC than other forms of marijuana and that they can be more potent.
• A warning that edible marijuana products can take up to 2 hours to take effect and that they can have long-lasting effects.
• A warning that edible marijuana products should not be consumed by people who are pregnant, nursing, or taking certain medications.
• A warning that edible marijuana products should not be consumed by people who are not familiar with the effects of marijuana.
• A warning that edible marijuana products should be consumed slowly and in small doses.

What cannot be on a label

Consumers use the information on labels to decide what products they buy and use. That’s why it’s important that labels do not include anything that is false or misleading. Do not:

• Use the name of a California county, unless 100% of the cannabis was grown there
• Use designs attractive to children, including:
  • Cartoons
  • Images popularly used to advertise to children
  • Imitations of candy labeling
  • The words “candy,” “candies” or anything similar
• Make unproven health claims
• Use the words “organic” or “OCal” unless you are registered with the California Department of Food and Agriculture or California Department of Public Health
• Market the cannabis good as an alcoholic beverage
• Include a picture of the product (edibles)

The labeling requirements for marijuana in California are enforced by the California Department of Public Health.

Label must read medical use only if for medical patients
– No cartoons, no resemblance to candy
– Prop 65 warning
– Must display state- Specific warning regarding dangers of smoking and consuming cannabis & cannabis products. A business wishing to provide a safe harbor warning must meet all applicable requirements of the Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings regulations.
– Must have allergen warning