Is HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) Legal in New Hampshire? (2026)

Capsule / tablet

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as capsule / tablet. HHC capsule -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC capsule -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Beverage

Illegal

As of October 19, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as beverage. HHC drink -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 19, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC drink -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Edible / ingestible

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as edible / ingestible. HHC edible -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC edible -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Flower / raw plant

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as flower / raw plant. HHC flower -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC flower -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Other

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as other. HHC other -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC other -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Powder / bulk

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as powder / bulk. HHC powder -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC powder -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Raw material / RUO

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as raw material / ruo. HHC raw material -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC raw material -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Tincture / sublingual

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as tincture / sublingual. HHC tincture -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC tincture -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Topical

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as topical. HHC topical -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC topical -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Vape / inhalable

Illegal

As of October 22, 2026, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is illegal to sell (federally scheduled; state law on file reads gray area) in New Hampshire as vape / inhalable. HHC vape -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220). Controlling source: RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.

Verified October 22, 2026 (hash check) · confidence: under_review
Federal
HHC vape -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) (effective 2026-05-04). State-law reading underneath: Gray area.
Rule type
permanent
Tier
under review

Controlling language, verbatim

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source of excerpt

Citations

  1. RSA 439-A:4 - Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2023-10-07) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  2. RSA 439-A:2, V - Definitions ('Hemp') (New Hampshire General Court, Office of Legislative Services, 2019-07-30) PRIMARYOFFICIAL
  3. RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 PRIMARYOFFICIAL

Status by product form in New Hampshire

FormStatusHeadlineVerified
Capsule / tablet IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Beverage IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-19
Edible / ingestible IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Flower / raw plant IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Other IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Powder / bulk IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Raw material / RUO IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Tincture / sublingual IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Topical IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22
Vape / inhalable IllegalFederally scheduled (schedule_i eff. 2026-05-04) · state law: gray2026-10-22

Where HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) stands across the country

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Among New Hampshire's 3 neighbors, Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont are illegal, the same posture as New Hampshire.

Map and neighbor comparison show capsule / tablet. Open the interactive map · Every compound in New Hampshire

Federal posture

Federally scheduled or prohibited. HHC capsule -- federally Schedule I (DEA drug code 7220) Federal detail

Verbatim law on file for New Hampshire

4 instruments on file for this compound's framework in New Hampshire; 30 of 30 citations above are official sources. Each text carries its source and a fingerprint that changes when the law does.

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. Sec. 318-B:1 · Definitions (Controlled Drug Act) -- "Controlled drug analog" definition (subparagraph VI-a) and supporting "Substantially similar in chemical structure" definition (subparagraph XXXI-a)OFFICIAL
Instrument
Definitions (Controlled Drug Act) -- "Controlled drug analog" definition (subparagraph VI-a) and supporting "Substantially similar in chemical structure" definition (subparagraph XXXI-a)
Source
https://gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/XXX/318-B/318-B-1.htm
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2026-07-02
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318-B:1 Definitions. --

VI-a. (a) "Controlled drug analog" means a substance, however constituted, the chemical structure of which is derivative of, or substantially similar to that of a controlled drug and:

(1) Which has been shown in laboratory studies to bind with and activate the same central nervous receptors that are responsible for the psychoactive effects of a certain controlled drug or controlled drug class; or

(2) With respect to a particular person, which such person represents or intends to have similar psychoactive effects on the central nervous system as a controlled drug.

(b) "Controlled drug analog" shall not include:

(1) A controlled drug;

(2) Any substance for which there is an approved new drug application;

(3) With respect to a particular person, any substance, if an exemption is in effect for investigational use for that person under 21 U.S.C. section 355, to the extent conduct with respect to the substance is pursuant to such an exemption; or

(4) Any compound, mixture, or preparation that contains any controlled drug or controlled drug analog that is not for administration to a human being or animal, and that is packaged in such a form or concentration, or with adulterants or denaturants so that, as packaged, it does not present any significant potential for abuse.

XXXI-a. "Substantially similar in chemical structure" means that the substance in question shares a common core structure with a controlled drug, meaning that the "backbone" of the molecule is the same, and has no more than 2 points of divergence (additions, deletions, or substitutions) from the controlled drug, which may consist of a single atom or a functional group or some combination thereof. Functional groups are further defined as alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, ring structures (either homocyclic or heterocyclic, with or without additional attached functional groups), organic halides, alkoxy, alcohol, ether, amine, aldehyde, ketone, carboxylic acid, ester, amide, nitrile, nitro, sulfide, thiene, thioester, or thiol.
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. Sec. 439-A:4 · Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.OFFICIAL
Instrument
Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited.
Source
https://gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/XL/439-A/439-A-4.htm
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2026-07-02
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439-A:4 Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited. -- Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant.

Source. 2023, 237:6, eff. Oct. 7, 2023.
RSA 439-A (current); SB 624 (2026) eff. 2027-01-01 · RSA 439-A (current); SB 624 (2026) eff. 2027-01-01MIRROR
Instrument
RSA 439-A (current); SB 624 (2026) eff. 2027-01-01
Source
https://bills.nhliberty.org/bills/2026/SB624/changes
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2026-10-07
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[SB 624 (2026), approved July 2, 2026, not yet in force:] RSA 439-A:2, V [Hemp includes] "all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids, isomers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers" [with a] "total tetrahydrocannabinols concentration (including tetrahydrocannabinolic acid)" [of 0.3% or less]. RSA 439-A:4 [products over 0.3% are not authorized for sale] "Such products are prohibited." RSA 179:5, III [no sale of hemp-derived products containing any THC to] "a person under the age of 21." Sec. 9 "The remainder of this act shall take effect January 1, 2027." [Bracketed spans summarized.]
RSA 439-A:1 through 439-A:4 · Chapter 439-A Hemp - Purpose; Definitions; Hemp Permitted; Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC ProhibitedOFFICIAL
Instrument
Chapter 439-A Hemp - Purpose; Definitions; Hemp Permitted; Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited
Source
https://gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/XL/439-A/439-A-mrg.htm
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2026-07-19
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439-A:1 Purpose. The intent of this chapter is to define hemp so that farmers and other businesses in the New Hampshire agricultural industry can take advantage of this market opportunity afforded by the passage of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018. Source. 2019, 306:2, eff. July 30, 2019. 439-A:2 Definitions. In this chapter: I. 'Cannabidiol' or 'CBD' is a phytocannabinoid extracted from hemp plants. II. 'Commissioner' means the commissioner of the department of agriculture, markets, and food. III. 'Department' means the department of agriculture, markets, and food. IV. 'Hemp products' means all products made from hemp, including cloth, cordage, fiber, food, fuel, paint, paper, construction materials, plastics, seed, seed meal, seed oil, and certified seed for cultivation. V. 'Hemp' means the plant Cannabis sativa L. and any part of the plant, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration (THC) of not more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis. Source. 2019, 306:2, eff. July 30, 2019. 439-A:3 Hemp Permitted. Hemp is an agricultural product which may be grown as a crop. Source. 2019, 306:2, eff. July 30, 2019. 2021, 206:2, Pt. X, Sec. 2, eff. Aug. 10, 2021. 439-A:4 Hemp-Derived Products Containing THC Prohibited. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to authorize the sale of products that are derived from hemp which contain natural or synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) greater than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis, which appear in any formulation, including delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other THC isomer variant. Source. 2023, 237:6, eff. Oct. 7, 2023.

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