Wyoming Cannabis Regulations
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Cannabis Landscape Overview
Wyoming does not have a medical or recreational cannabis program. The state maintains prohibition on all forms of cannabis containing more than 0.3% THC. Wyoming has taken minimal steps toward cannabis reform: in 2015, the legislature passed HB 32, which allowed the use of hemp extract with no more than 0.3% THC and at least 5% CBD for intractable epilepsy patients with a physician's recommendation, but this narrow exception did not create a dispensing framework.
As of 2026, Wyoming remains one of the few states with no functional cannabis program of any kind. Hemp-derived CBD products containing 0.3% THC or less are legal for sale under the federal 2018 Farm Bill and Wyoming's own hemp legislation. Possession of cannabis (more than 0.3% THC) for personal use of up to 3 ounces is a misdemeanor, while larger amounts carry felony penalties. Multiple medical cannabis and decriminalization bills have been introduced in the Wyoming Legislature but have failed to advance. The state's conservative political landscape and small population have slowed reform efforts.
Packaging Requirements
Current Standards
- No cannabis packaging regulations exist since cannabis is prohibited
- Hemp-derived CBD products (0.3% THC or less) must comply with general consumer product safety standards
- Ingestible hemp products must follow applicable FDA packaging guidelines
- The Wyoming Department of Agriculture oversees hemp crop compliance
- No state-mandated child-resistant packaging requirements for CBD products
Labeling Requirements
Hemp-Derived CBD Products
- Products must accurately state they are derived from hemp
- THC content must be listed and must not exceed 0.3%
- CBD content per serving and per container
- Manufacturer or distributor name and contact information
- Net weight or volume
- Complete ingredient list
- Batch or lot number
- Reference to third-party lab testing or Certificate of Analysis
Prohibited Claims
- No unapproved medical or health claims per FDA and FTC guidelines
- Products may not be marketed as treatments, cures, or preventatives for specific diseases
- Labels must not imply the product has psychoactive effects
Advertising Rules
Wyoming has no cannabis-specific advertising regulations since cannabis remains prohibited. Advertising the sale of THC-containing cannabis products is illegal. Hemp-derived CBD products with 0.3% THC or less may be advertised subject to general Wyoming consumer protection laws and federal FTC and FDA guidelines. Sellers must ensure advertising is truthful and not misleading. No health or therapeutic claims may be made without FDA approval. Marketing to minors is subject to general advertising standards. Businesses should clearly distinguish legal hemp-derived CBD products from prohibited cannabis products in all marketing materials.
Licensing Overview
Wyoming does not issue cannabis-specific licenses. The Wyoming Department of Agriculture administers the state's hemp program under the Wyoming Industrial Hemp Act, issuing permits for hemp cultivation and processing. Growers must register, submit to crop testing for THC compliance, and maintain detailed records. Retailers selling hemp-derived CBD products operate under standard Wyoming business licensing. No dispensary, medical cannabis cultivator, or processor licenses exist. Legislative proposals for medical cannabis have been introduced in recent sessions with modest support but have not cleared committee votes. Wyoming's proximity to Colorado, Montana, and other legal-cannabis states has created cross-border enforcement challenges but has not yet driven legislative action.
Cannabis Taxes in Wyoming (2026)
Wyoming cannabis businesses collect and remit multiple overlapping taxes. Below is a summary of the rates that apply to retail cannabis sales as of 2026. Regulatory agency: N/A.
- Excise tax: No cannabis tax framework — cannabis remains illegal
- Sales tax: 4% state sales tax + typical 1–2% local sales tax applies to legal hemp/CBD
- Local cannabis tax: No cannabis tax
- Medical exemption: Wyoming has no medical or adult-use program
- Effective combined rate: N/A — no legal cannabis market
Wyoming has one of the most restrictive cannabis policy environments in the US. Medical/adult-use legalization efforts have not advanced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is cannabis legal in Wyoming?
Wyoming has no legal cannabis program. Both recreational and medical cannabis are fully illegal. Wyoming is one of the most restrictive states in the nation regarding cannabis policy.
Hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% THC are legal under federal law, though state enforcement has been inconsistent. No medical cannabis legislation has gained significant traction.
What are the packaging requirements in Wyoming?
Since cannabis is illegal in Wyoming, there are no state cannabis packaging requirements. Hemp-derived CBD products must comply with general consumer product safety standards and federal guidelines.
CBD retailers should use child-resistant packaging as a best practice and ensure products clearly identify as legal hemp-derived products.
What are the labeling requirements in Wyoming?
Wyoming has no cannabis-specific labeling requirements. Hemp CBD products should comply with FDA guidelines, accurately display CBD and THC content, and include standard disclaimers.
Labels should list all ingredients, confirm THC content is below 0.3%, and avoid any therapeutic or medical claims.
What are the advertising restrictions in Wyoming?
Cannabis advertising is prohibited in Wyoming since cannabis is illegal. Hemp CBD product advertising must comply with FTC guidelines and cannot make medical or therapeutic claims.
CBD businesses should clearly distinguish their legal hemp products from illegal cannabis in all marketing and advertising materials.
How do I get a cannabis license in Wyoming?
Wyoming does not issue cannabis licenses of any kind. There is no medical or recreational cannabis program, and no significant legislation is pending.
Entrepreneurs interested in cannabis should consider neighboring states like Colorado or Montana, both of which have established recreational cannabis markets.
Are promotional products allowed for cannabis businesses in Wyoming?
Cannabis promotional products are not applicable in Wyoming since all cannabis commerce is illegal. Hemp CBD businesses may use branded items within federal guidelines.
Promotional materials for CBD companies should avoid cannabis imagery and clearly communicate their products are legal, hemp-derived items with less than 0.3% THC.
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