Is CBD Legal in Poland?
Short answer: yes, CBD is legal in Poland, provided it comes from industrial hemp — konopie włókniste (fibrous hemp) — with a THC content not exceeding 0.3%. Oils, cosmetics and CBD flowers (susz CBD) are widely available both in shops and online. The legal basis is the Act of 29 July 2005 on Counteracting Drug Addiction (ustawa o przeciwdziałaniu narkomanii), amended in 2022 to raise the THC threshold for hemp from 0.2% to 0.3%. Two points call for vigilance, however: CBD foods fall under the European “Novel Food” regulation, and a draft amendment under discussion since 2025 targets hemp products intended for smoking or inhalation. Here is the full picture, section by section.
The legal framework for CBD in Poland
CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychotropic cannabinoid extracted from hemp (Cannabis sativa L.). In Poland it is not listed among the narcotics of the Act on Counteracting Drug Addiction: it is THC and “non-fibrous” cannabis that remain strictly controlled. The law indeed distinguishes legal fibrous hemp (konopie włókniste) from drug cannabis: since the 2022 amendment, hemp is considered fibrous when the sum of delta-9-THC and THCA does not exceed 0.3% in dry matter. For finished products (extracts, oils), many operators prudently apply an even stricter residual threshold, often 0.2%, to rule out any risk of classification as a narcotic. To understand the difference between these two molecules, see our guide CBD or THC: what are the differences.
Susz CBD and the draft reform: what to watch
The Polish specificity is the debate around susz CBD — dried hemp flowers. They are currently sold freely when they come from compliant fibrous hemp (THC ≤ 0.3%), most often as aromatherapy, collector's or vaporisation products. However, the Polish Ministry of Health presented in 2025 a draft amendment to the Act on Counteracting Drug Addiction aiming to ban the sale and advertising of hemp products intended for smoking or inhalation (smokable flowers, CBD e-liquids). Oils, cosmetics and other hemp uses would remain outside the scope of this ban. At the time of publication, this text had not been definitively adopted and its outcome remained uncertain: let's be honest, this is a point to follow closely before any purchase.
CBD and “Novel Food”: the case of edible products
At European level, foods containing extracted cannabidiol fall under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 on novel foods (“Novel Food”), available on eur-lex.europa.eu. In practice, a CBD food or food supplement can only be placed on the market after an authorisation issued by the European Commission, based on a safety assessment. Several applications are under review, but no general authorisation has yet been granted for CBD as a food ingredient. Poland applies this reading: the State Sanitary Inspection (GIS) considers that CBD edibles require this prior authorisation, and market surveillance has been reinforced. The Polish offer therefore focuses mainly on raw flowers and resins, cosmetics and wellness oils.
What about CBD flowers?
CBD flowers from compliant fibrous hemp are available in Poland today, where the susz CBD market has grown strongly. Two reflexes remain essential, though. First, compliance: only products from hemp varieties with THC ≤ 0.3%, accompanied by independent laboratory certificates of analysis, offer real legal certainty — a higher content would push the product into the field of narcotics. Second, the legislative agenda: the draft ban on smoking or inhalation products mentioned above could, if adopted, change the status of flowers intended for combustion. The right reflex remains unchanged: favour tested products that comply with the European framework, and check the local rules in force at the time of purchase.
The European framework: the “Kanavape” ruling and free movement
The legal cornerstone of the European CBD market is the “Kanavape” ruling (case C-663/18), handed down by the Court of Justice of the European Union on 19 November 2020 and available on curia.europa.eu. The Court held that CBD extracted from the hemp plant in its entirety is not a narcotic within the meaning of international conventions, and that a Member State cannot prohibit the marketing of CBD legally produced in another Member State unless it demonstrates a real risk to public health. This principle of free movement of goods directly benefits Polish consumers, who can order compliant CBD products from shops established elsewhere in the European Union. In France, by comparison, it is the decree of 30 December 2021 that sets the THC threshold at 0.3% (text available on legifrance.gouv.fr).
Buying CBD with peace of mind
All Golden CBD products are laboratory tested, contain less than 0.3% THC and comply with the European framework; do check the local rules in force, however, in particular the progress of the Polish draft law on smokable products. Before any purchase, a few simple reflexes: check the stated THC content, review the certificates of analysis, choose a seller who is transparent about the origin of the hemp, and avoid any product making therapeutic promises — CBD is about well-being, not medicine. To learn more about shipping, see our guide CBD legality and delivery, and discover our flowers, our resins & hash and our best sellers.
FAQ — CBD and legality in Poland
Is CBD legal in Poland?
Yes. CBD from fibrous hemp (konopie włókniste) with a THC content not exceeding 0.3% is permitted under the Polish Act on Counteracting Drug Addiction. CBD foods remain subject to the European “Novel Food” authorisation.
What is the permitted THC limit in Poland?
Since the 2022 amendment, fibrous hemp is defined by a sum of delta-9-THC and THCA not exceeding 0.3% of dry matter. For finished products, many operators prudently apply a residual threshold of 0.2%.
Are CBD flowers (susz CBD) legal in Poland?
Flowers from compliant hemp (THC ≤ 0.3%) are currently sold freely, notably as aromatherapy or collector's products. A draft amendment under discussion since 2025 nevertheless aims to ban hemp products for smoking or inhalation; it had not been definitively adopted at the time of publication.
Does CBD get you high?
No. CBD is not psychotropic, unlike THC. It does not produce a “high” effect.
Can CBD be delivered to Poland?
Yes. Thanks to the principle of free movement confirmed by the CJEU “Kanavape” ruling (C-663/18), compliant CBD products (THC < 0.3%, laboratory tested) can be shipped to Poland from other European Union countries. Check the local rules in force at the time of ordering.
Can Polish regulations change?
Yes. A draft amendment on hemp products for smoking or inhalation is under discussion, and the European “Novel Food” framework is evolving. Always check the local rules in force before buying.
General information, current as of the date of publication; it does not constitute legal advice. Regulations evolve: check the local rules in force. CBD is not a medicine and does not replace medical advice. Product intended for adults only.
