China News Agency, Hong Kong, January 27 (Reporter Dai Xiaolu) Hong Kong Customs reminded the public at a press conference on the 27th that cannabidiol (CBD) will be officially listed as a dangerous drug from February 1, 2023. It is illegal to import, export and possess CBD-containing products.
On January 27, Hong Kong Customs held a press conference to remind the public that cannabidiol (CBD) will be listed as a dangerous drug from February 1, and citizens cannot use, possess or sell cannabidiol, and remind the public to pay attention to food, Whether beverages and skin care products contain cannabidiol.
Photo by China News Agency reporter Chen Yongnuo
Ouyang Jialun, acting commander of the intelligence processing team of the Hong Kong Customs Intelligence Division, said that many foods, drinks and skin care products on the market contain CBD ingredients. When citizens see related products, they should pay attention to whether the labels contain CBD ingredients or contain related pattern. He reminded citizens to be careful when shopping from other places and online. If you are not sure whether the product contains CBD ingredients, it is best not to bring it back to Hong Kong to avoid illegal activities.
The picture shows some products containing cannabidiol displayed by Hong Kong Customs. Photo by China News Agency reporter Chen Yongnuo
Chen Qihao, Commander of the Air Passenger Group 2 of the Airport Division of Hong Kong Customs, said that he has publicized to people from different sectors such as the economic and trade offices of various countries, the tourism industry, the aviation industry and other overseas people that the relevant laws will come into force on February 1. He pointed out that in view of the relaxation of social distance measures in Hong Kong and the increase in inbound and outbound tourists after the Lunar New Year, the customs will strictly enforce the law, crack down on smuggling routes, strengthen the inspection of small postal parcels, and prevent imported goods containing CBD from being mailed overseas, and will use X-rays and Ion analyzers and other assistance to prevent related products from flowing into Hong Kong, and at the same time strengthen intelligence exchanges with the mainland and other countries to crack down on cross-border drug trafficking activities.
The picture shows the SAR government setting up disposal boxes for cannabidiol-containing products on government premises.
Photo by China News Agency reporter Chen Yongnuo
According to the relevant laws of Hong Kong, starting from February 1, CBD will be subject to the strict control of regulations like other dangerous drugs. Trafficking and illegal production of CBD will result in a maximum penalty of life imprisonment and a fine of HK$5 million. Possessing and taking CBD in violation of the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance carries a maximum penalty of seven years in prison and a fine of HK$1 million.
Post time: Jan-31-2023