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States look to regulate weed alternatives like delta-8 as sales explode

Delta-8 products are set for testing at Virginia Commonwealth University's forensic science lab. These products come in different forms and packaging, many of which are designed to look like candies or cereal. Crixell Matthews/VPM News hide caption

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States look to regulate weed alternatives like delta-8 as sales explode

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July 30, 2022 • Delta-8 is a hemp product designed to get users high, but misleading labels or added chemicals have caused people to get sick. And a lack of federal regulation or guidance has states stepping in.

States look to regulate weed alternatives like delta-8 as sales explode

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