The government has amended the regulations. From next Wednesday (February 1), cannabidiol (CBD) will be officially listed as a dangerous drug. It will be illegal for citizens to import, export, possess or consume products containing CBD.
Customs today (27th) reminded the public to pay attention to three words and a pattern when overseas, so as to avoid mistaken purchase of related products and fall into the legal net.
Customs emphasizes that it will strictly enforce the law, and there will be no buffer period. Inspections will be carried out through X-ray machines and ion analyzers.
If citizens carry and purchase related products without knowing it, they can first declare to the customs.
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CBD products include food and daily necessities
CBD extracted from the hemp plant has always been praised as a natural herbal substance that can help improve health.
However, the government stipulates that starting from February 1, it will be illegal to import, export, illegally manufacture, possess or consume products containing CBD.
At present, common CBD foods include candy, peanut butter, chocolate, coffee, soda, beer, etc.; daily necessities also include facial masks, toothpaste, shampoo, perfume, etc.; even pet products also involve oral oil, skin care oil, snacks, etc.
Be especially careful with zigzag leaf patterns
Ouyang Jialun, Acting Commander of the Intelligence Processing Group of the Customs Intelligence Division, reminded that overseas CBD products are marked on the packaging, including the words Cannabidiol, CHD, HEMP, or hemp patterns, so citizens must pay attention when shopping abroad to avoid accidental fall when returning to Hong Kong French Open.
He also emphasized that citizens should be very careful if they find zigzag leaf patterns. If they are not sure, they can check with suppliers or merchants, and pay attention to buying related products by mistake when shopping online. "
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Check CBD through X-ray machine and ion analyzer
Chen Qihao, Commander of the Air Passenger Group 2 of the Customs Airport Division, said that last year, he began to strengthen publicity on the radio, and released a promotional video on social platforms to promote the slogan "Don't worry about it, you can't bring it in the CBD" to educate citizens about CBD, etc. Like the idea of drugs.
He also emphasized that the Customs will strictly enforce the law after the regulations are revised.
He believes that after the relaxation of social distance measures, there will be an increase in inbound and outbound passengers, and they will be checked through X-ray machines and ion analyzers.
In addition, intelligence-led strategies will also be used to crack down on smuggling routes, including strengthening inspections of small parcels and inspections of merchants.
Those who do not know can declare to the customs first
He asked how passengers would deal with it if they brought related products to Hong Kong without their knowledge.
He reiterated that the Customs will enforce the law strictly and there is no grace period. Relevant persons can take the initiative to declare to the Customs. Need to prosecute.
He appealed to members of the public to call the Customs 24-hour hotline 25456182 or email to crimereport@cuustoms.gov.hk if they find suspected illegal trafficking.
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