Delta 8 THC, like many other substances, has been resting in a legal grey area for some time now. Within the past few months, the delta 8 THC space has exploded with the same intensity as the CBD market in late 2018.

The state of Arizona is one of those with state regulations affecting delta 8 THC. These laws can be confusing, and there are so many about marijuana and cannabinoids that sometimes, one no longer knows what to read or what to pay attention to.

Here, we’ll delve into the legality of delta 8 in Arizona and offer some insight into where regulations might be headed next.

Is Delta 8 Legal in Arizona?

No. Under Arizona law, delta 8 THC is currently illegal in the state.

Titles 3 Agriculture and 36 Public Health and Safety of the Arizona State Administrative Register, and the Arizona Revised Statutes state that:

1. THC, which means any form of tetrahydrocannabinol, is prohibited.
2. Cannabis is listed as a Schedule I drug.

According to state law, Arizona broadly defines cannabis as “The resin extracted from any part of a plant of the genus cannabis, and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture or preparation of such plant, its seeds or its resin … and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture or preparation of such resin or tetrahydrocannabinol.”

Even after Arizona Proposition 207, which legalized delta 9 THC (the primary psychoactive compound) in 2020, delta 8 is still affected by the laws mentioned above.

The 2018 Farm Bill

Under federal law, the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.), and all hemp derived cannabinoids, including delta 8, are legal.

The 2018 Federal Farm Bill legalized hemp, which is a type of cannabis plant, and removed it from the controlled substances list. Before the new hemp laws though, only the hemp seed was legal, particularly sterile hemp seed. This is why you’ll see a ton of hemp seed oil products but no cannabinoid-rich oils extracted from hemp flowers, leaves, stalks, and stems.

The federal definition of hemp is such a plant that must contain no more than 0.3% delta 9 THC on a dry weight basis. Under federal guidelines, any such plant that contains more than 0.3% THC is considered marijuana plants and deemed illegal. 

The Loophole

However, the industrial hemp law is a bit murky and created loopholes that also inadvertently legalized intoxicating hemp derivatives like delta 8 THC and delta 10 THC.

This meant that hemp products that comply with the THC limit are legal, no matter if they are non-intoxicating hemp derived products, intoxicating cannabis products, or products that contain chemically synthesized hemp derivatives.

As long as they’re hemp derived and contain the legal THC limit, then they have a legal status.

This is why you’ll see hemp synthesized intoxicants and other intoxicating hemp derivatives such as THCO, THCP, and HHC in the market.

The Issues

While this led to a robust hemp industry and marijuana industry, it also raised several public health safety concerns.

Unlicensed entities began selling products with hemp-derived psychoactive compounds and intoxicating derivatives. You can easily buy hemp-derived intoxicating substances not just from licensed cannabis sellers but in tobacco shops, smoke shops, and even convenience stores. Most of these products are untested, and some contain highly intoxicating concentrations of these hallucinogenic substances. The widespread availability and easy access to these products also pose public health concerns that affect minors. 

The Drug Enforcement Administration and other health services regulatory oversight are now working to address the concerns surrounding these specific intoxicating hemp products and other hemp synthesized intoxicants.

Until then, these products remain largely unregulated, and we need future regulatory decisions to address the evolving public health issues and to better regulate industrial hemp industry.

Where to Buy Delta 8 THC in Arizona

If you want to buy delta 8 THC, the best way to do it is online. On our online shop, you can find all the presentations we mentioned above and more.

By accessing your delta 8 THC through a reliable online vendor, you can be sure of the quality and purity of the product you purchase.

A COA, or certificate of analysis, is a document provided by a third-party laboratory that aims to provide unbiased information about the content of a product.

In our store, you will find attached certificates of analysis for all our products.

The benefits of ordering delta 8 THC online:

• Online shops have better pricing and seasonal discounts
• When you buy online you can read customer reviews & third-party tests before you buy
• Ordering online is easier and more convenient
• Online shops have a greater selection of products
• Products left on store shelves degrade more quickly

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Do I Need A Medical Card in Arizona To Order Delta 8 THC?

If you live in a state where delta 8 THC is legal, you can access it without a medical marijuana card.

On the contrary, a medical card won’t be enough to acquire this cannabinoid if you live in Arizona.

There is a medical program here, but it will only allow you to order products containing delta 9 THC. If you wish to join the state’s program, be sure to check out the Arizona Department of Health Services website for the requirements.

What’s The Difference Between Delta 8 THC & Delta 9 THC?

Delta 9 THC is a crucial cannabinoid for recreational users. It has the highest concentration in the marijuana plant and is the most common and best known of cannabinoids.

Delta 8, its close cousin, is less well known, and its concentration in the marijuana plant is much lower. While delta 9 THC can be found in increasingly higher concentrations in marijuana, with some strains containing more than 30%, delta 8 usually occurs in concentrations of about 1% in both psychoactive marijuana and industrial hemp plants.

One adverse effect that may afflict some users of delta 9 THC is hyperstimulation, paranoia, or anxiousness.

Delta 8 THC, on the other hand, won’t cause these kinds of effects in most of its users. Its users report a milder and more forgiving experience overall.

Is Delta 8 THC Natural?

Natural are trees, flowers, and grass. On that, we agree. Nature gives us landscapes, views, and unparalleled experiences that are impossible to reproduce by human beings.

However, there’s something else nature can give us, but a human being can reproduce it, which is the delta 8 THC molecule.

What does ‘natural’ mean from a regulatory point of view?

The answer is nothing.

Similar to naturally occurring cannabidiol or CBD, delta 8 THC is considered natural because it occurs without human intervention in marijuana and hemp plants.

How to Use Delta 8 THC

If you live in Arizona, you simply can’t use delta 8 THC — not yet, at least.

With that aside, if you live in a state where it is legal, and you want to try delta 8 THC, you will be surprised to find that the most reputable online vendors will offer almost as many presentations as there are for CBD.

You name it, vape carts, gummies, distillates, infused hemp flowers. These are all presentations available for delta 8, among many others.

Is Marijuana (Delta 9 THC) Legal In Arizona?

Marijuana has been legal in the state of Arizona since 2020. The laws permit recreational use, but limit each person to one ounce or less of marijuana at a time.

Related: Where is marijuana legal in the United States?

Is Delta 10 THC Legal in Arizona?

Delta 10 THC is considered illegal in Arizona under the same rulings that control delta 8 and delta 9 THC.

In the cannabis plant, we can find several cannabinoids with the name delta X THC. All these compounds are similar in chemical structure, as the only difference they have is the location of their double bond, symbolized by the number after the ‘delta’ in their terminology.

The users of this cannabinoid declare that its effects are similar to those of delta 8.

What’s The Future of Delta 8 THC in Arizona?

As mentioned above, in late 2020, Arizona legalized the possession and cultivation of marijuana for adults. It is a contradiction that recreational cannabis is legal, but delta 8 isn’t.

However, we believe this will soon be over. The country is moving toward legalization and more progressive cannabis laws, and Arizona has already shown it doesn’t want to be left out of the trend.

In the future, we’re confident that delta 8 THC will be legal in the state of Arizona, just as recreational marijuana is.

FAQs on the Legality of Delta 8 and Delta 9

Still confused about the legality of delta 8 THC? Then check out the short FAQ below.

1. Is Hemp Legal in Arizona?

Yes, hemp and hemp cultivation are legal in Arizona.

2. Is Delta-8 Legal in All 50 States?

It depends on the source. If delta 8 is derived from hemp, then yes, it’s technically legal, thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill that legalized hemp and all its parts and derivatives. But if it’s derived from marijuana, then no, it’s considered federally illegal since marijuana remains a controlled substance. Local laws vary though, so always check your state laws regarding the sale and use of delta 8.

3. Is Delta-8 Legal in Arizona in 2025?

No. Unfortunately, delta 8 is illegal in Arizona. 

4. Is Delta-9 Legal in Arizona?

Yes, delta 9 is legal in Arizona, both hemp and marijuana derived. The state legalized medical marijuana in 2012 and recreational marijuana in 2020.

5. What is the Difference Between Delta-8 and Delta-9?

Both THCs have similar chemical structures, but the location of their double bonds differs. Delta 9 has it on its ninth carbon chain, while delta 8 has it on the eighth. This slight difference influenced their psychoactive effects, with delta 8 producing a milder, gentler high than delta 9.