Fully Licensed for Hemp & CBD Manufacturing in Texas
The hemp and CBD market is changing fast. In 2026 alone, Texas rewrote the rules for manufacturing consumable hemp products, and Congress moved to narrow the federal definition of hemp. For brands, that means fewer manufacturing partners who can legally make your products — and a lot more questions.
Here’s the short version: LACORE™ Nutraceuticals is officially registered with the State of Texas to manufacture hemp products, and we’ve committed to the new annual license that comes with it.
What Changed in Texas
New rules from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) took effect on March 31, 2026. The headline change is cost: the license to manufacture consumable hemp products went from $258 to $10,000 per facility, every year. Retail registration went from $155 to $5,000 per location.
The rules also raise the bar on compliance:
THCA now counts toward total THC. Products are measured on total delta-9 THC, including converted THCA, against the 0.3% limit.
Two rounds of testing. Hemp is tested before processing, and finished products or ingredients are tested again before sale, each with a certificate of analysis.
21+ sales only. Retailers must check a government-issued ID before every sale.
What’s Happening Federally
In late 2025, Congress narrowed the federal definition of hemp, limiting legal hemp products to 0.4 milligrams of total THC per container. The change was set to take effect on November 12, 2026, and a federal funding bill signed in September pushed that date to December 11, 2026. Many full-spectrum CBD products could be affected, and the industry is watching closely for further action from Congress.
Why We’re Making the Investment
A $10,000 license per facility, renewed every year, is a real cost — and some manufacturers will decide hemp is no longer worth it. We’re going the other way. Hemp and CBD remain an important part of the wellness market, and brands need a partner they can count on to stay compliant as the rules keep moving.
Staying licensed means our partners get:
A manufacturer registered with Texas DSHS for consumable hemp products
Formulations built around current THC limits and testing requirements
Certificates of analysis and documentation ready for retailers and regulators
A team that tracks state and federal changes, so you don’t have to manage them alone
Let’s Talk About Your CBD Product Line
Whether you’re launching a new CBD product, moving an existing line to a compliant manufacturer, or reformulating ahead of the federal changes, we’re ready to help. Partner with LaCore to bring high-standard CBD formulations safely and efficiently to market.
This article is for general information and isn’t legal advice. Hemp regulations are changing quickly, so check current DSHS and federal guidance for your specific products.
