A recent study that found dangerously mislabeled contents of unlicensed hemp products in Illinois, like Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC, is prompting a renewed call for regulation. The study by a University of Illinois Chicago researcher, found that such products “pose a clear danger” and a “huge risk” to consumers. “Without regulations being put in place and then fully enforced, this danger will continue, and more people will be harmed,” wrote former university researcher Jennifer Bash. In response, Ald. Brian Hopkins called for legislation to ban or regulate such products. “This is a completely unregulated, Wild West environment,” he said. The […]
‘Wild West environment’ of mislabeled hemp products like Delta-8 THC prompts renewed calls for regulation
