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DSHS rules (25 TAC ch. 300) define total delta-9 THC as (0.877 × THCA) + delta-9, which no natural THCA flower can pass — flower testing 20-30% THCA calculates well above the 0.3% limit. Flower, pre-rolls, and concentrates are out; non-smokable hemp under 0.3% delta-9 is still sold. The rules are in force but under appeal.

Separately, the federal hemp definition changes on November 12, 2026, when total THC replaces delta-9 as the test and finished products are capped at 0.4 mg of total THC per container. That applies nationwide regardless of state law.

Status reviewed July 29, 2026. Hemp rules are changing quickly and several are in litigation — verify against your state's statute or agency rule before you buy or sell. This is not legal advice. See all 51 jurisdictions .