Yes, CBD oil is legal in Peru under strict conditions. The Peruvian National Commission for Development and Life Without Drugs (DEVIDA) permits CBD products derived from industrial hemp containing ≤0.2% THC, provided they are registered with the Ministry of Health (MINSA). Imports require prior authorization, and domestic production must comply with agricultural and pharmaceutical regulations.
Key Regulations for CBD Oil in Peru
- THC Threshold: Only CBD products with ≤0.2% THC are legal, aligning with the 2023 amendments to Peru’s Ley N° 30681 (Drug Trafficking Prevention Law). Products exceeding this limit are classified as narcotics.
- Registration Mandate: All CBD products must be registered with MINSA’s Dirección General de Medicamentos, Insumos y Drogas (DIGEMID) before sale or import. Unregistered products face confiscation under Decreto Supremo N° 014-2019-SA.
- Hemp Cultivation Licensing: Domestic hemp cultivation requires a DEVIDA-issued license, restricted to authorized agricultural zones. Wild or unlicensed cultivation is prohibited, with penalties including fines up to 180 tax units (UIT).
Enforcement Note: Local authorities, including SUNAT (customs) and the National Police, conduct routine inspections. A 2026 draft regulation proposes stricter labeling requirements for CBD products, mandating QR codes linking to DIGEMID-verified certificates. Non-compliance risks administrative sanctions or criminal liability under narcotics laws.