Yes, CBD oil is legal in Chile under strict conditions, but THC content must not exceed 0.3%. The Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG) regulates cultivation, while the Instituto de Salud Pública (ISP) oversees product approval. Recent 2026 amendments require mandatory registration for CBD products, aligning with international standards.
Key Regulations for CBD Oil in Chile
- THC Limit: Products must contain ≤0.3% THC, verified through SAG-certified laboratories. Exceeding this threshold classifies the product as a controlled substance under Decreto 845/1996.
- Registration Requirement: All CBD oils must be registered with the ISP under Resolución Exenta N° 1.043/2023, which mandates clinical trial data for efficacy claims.
- Cultivation Controls: Industrial hemp cultivation requires SAG authorization (Ley 20.000), with traceability systems enforced to prevent diversion into illicit markets.
Non-compliance risks administrative fines or criminal liability under Código Sanitario. Imported CBD oils must comply with ISP’s Listado de Medicamentos Autorizados, excluding raw extracts. The 2026 framework introduces real-time QR tracking for retail sales, enhancing oversight.