Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024
(1) A processor
must:
(a) Use equipment, counters and
surfaces for processing that are food-grade and do not react adversely with any
solvent being used.
(b) Have
counters and surface areas that are constructed in a manner that reduce the
potential for development of microbials, molds and fungi and that can be easily
cleaned.
(c) Maintain the licensed
premises in a manner that is free from conditions which may result in
contamination and that is suitable to facilitate safe and sanitary operations
for product preparation purposes.
(d) Store all marijuana or hemp items not in
use in a locked area, including products that require refrigeration in
accordance with OAR 845-025-1410.
(e) Assign every process lot a unique
identification number and enter this information into CTS.
(2) A processor may not process, transfer or
sell a marijuana or hemp item:
(a) That by its
shape, design or flavor is likely to appeal to minors, including but not
limited to:
(A) Products that are modeled
after non-cannabis products primarily consumed by and marketed to children;
or
(B) Products in the shape of an
animal, vehicle, person or character.
(b) That is made by applying cannabinoid
concentrates or extracts to commercially available candy or snack food
items.
(c) That contains Dimethyl
Sulfoxide (DMSO).
(d) If such an
item is an inhalable cannabinoid product that does not meet the requirements in
OAR 845-025-3265, except that a
processor may transfer or sell an inhalable cannabinoid product that does not
meet the requirements in OAR
845-025-3265 until July 1, 2021,
if the non-compliant inhalable cannabinoid product was processed prior to April
1, 2021.
(3) A processor
may not treat or otherwise adulterate a cannabinoid product, concentrate or
extract with any additive or substance that would increase potency, toxicity or
addictive potential, or that would create an unsafe combination with other
psychoactive substances. Prohibited additives or substances include but are not
limited to nicotine, caffeine, polyethylene glycol, or any chemicals that
increase carcinogenicity or cardiac effects.
(4) A processor must maintain records of
industrial hemp test results for 2 years.
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS
475C.017,
475C.085, ORS
475C.237 &
571.336
Statutes/Other Implemented: 475C.085 &
475C.233
