Delta-8 and Hemp THC Laws in Nevada

Nevada treats chemically converted delta-8 and similar products as synthetic cannabinoids. Since June 4, 2021 (S.B. 49), Nevada's definition of THC covers all isomers, including delta-8 and delta-10, and it has been illegal to produce, distribute or sell a synthetic cannabinoid without approval from the Cannabis Compliance Board. A 'synthetic cannabinoid' is one produced artificially, or not obtained directly from a cannabis plant without a chemical reagent (THC made by approved decarboxylation of THCA is excluded). The Board's consumer page explains that delta-8 THC 'is produced by combining CBD with an acidic catalyst and heated.' Hemp growers and producers are separately barred from producing or selling any synthetic cannabinoid. Since 2025, sellers of hemp products who do not hold a cannabis license must post signs saying the location is not licensed to sell cannabis and may not claim a hemp product produces an intoxicating effect.