No. THCA remains illegal in Indonesia under the 2009 Narcotics Law (Law No. 35/2009), which classifies all tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) derivatives—including THCA—as Schedule I narcotics. The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) enforces strict zero-tolerance policies, with no exemptions for hemp-derived or low-THC products. Recent 2026 draft amendments to the law propose harsher penalties, including mandatory minimum sentences for possession, reflecting Indonesia’s uncompromising stance.
Key Regulations for THCA in Indonesia
- Schedule I Narcotic Classification: THCA is explicitly listed under Peraturan Menteri Kesehatan No. 2/2017 as a prohibited substance, alongside THC and cannabis extracts.
- Strict Enforcement by BNN: The agency conducts routine inspections and prosecutes THCA-related cases under Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP) Article 111, with penalties up to life imprisonment for trafficking.
- Zero-Tolerance for Hemp Products: Even industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) with THCA traces faces confiscation, as the 2023 BNN Circular Letter clarifies that all cannabinoids—regardless of source—are banned.