No. Delta 9 THC remains illegal in Austria under the Narcotic Substances Act (Suchtmittelgesetz), with possession of even trace amounts punishable by fines or imprisonment. The 2026 amendment to the EU’s Novel Food Regulation does not alter Austria’s strict stance, as national law supersedes EU guidelines for controlled substances.
Key Regulations for Delta 9 THC in Austria
- Narcotic Classification: Delta 9 THC is listed as a Suchtgift (narcotic substance) under Schedule I of the Suchtmittelgesetz, criminalizing production, possession, or distribution without authorization.
- THC Thresholds: Products containing >0.2% Delta 9 THC are automatically classified as narcotics, regardless of source (e.g., hemp-derived extracts).
- Enforcement Priorities: The Bundesministerium für Inneres (BMI) and Bundesministerium für Soziales, Gesundheit, Pflege und Konsumentenschutz (BMSGPK) prioritize interdiction of unlicensed THC products, including CBD items exceeding trace limits.
Local authorities, such as the Landeskriminalamt (regional crime units), actively monitor online sales and border crossings for non-compliant THC products. Exceptions exist solely for pharmaceutical-grade, state-approved medications (e.g., Dronabinol), requiring special permits from the AGES Medizinmarktaufsicht.