CBD FAQs

(cannabidiol) is one of over 60 active chemical compounds (or ‘cannabinoids’) in the marijuana plant. It’s usually the second-most abundant cannabinoid, behind THC.For more information click HERE.

No, CBD will not get you high. It's non-intoxicating. Like we just said THC is the molecule that binds to receptors in our brain and is the one responsible for the psychoactive effects of marijuana. In fact, CBD is antagonistic to the marijuana high; some research expresses its potential to prevent THC molecules from binding to the brain’s receptors (hence the reason why it’s often used to subdue the ‘paranoia’ effects of super-potent THC strains).

CBD is perfectly safe for animals and we have a lot of customers who specifically buy for their pets.

We would just recommend adding the drops of hemp oil to your pet’s food. Simply add a few drops to their meals once or twice and day and monitor how your pet reacts. You can read more in our knowledge centre HERE.

Yes, you should be able to drive after taking CBD. Our CBD contain less than 0.2% of THC and will have no psychoactive effects on your body.

Whilst many people have or do take cannabinoids during pregnancy, we advise that to be on the safe side you do not take CBD whilst pregnant. Please visit our Knowledge centre HERE.

Any legal CBD products sold in the UK must contain only trace amounts of THC (the element that a drug test focuses on). You would have to consume large volumes of product to fail a drugs test from CBD products alone. The entire range of products at The Hemp Hacienda are fully compliant with UK law.

No. CBD is non-toxic, as such no fatal overdose levels have ever been reported. Several studies have evaluated the safety of CBD in adults and concluded that it’s well tolerated to levels greater than the average person would need.

Cannabidiol (CBD) is not considered a controlled substance in the UK, and is therefore 100% legal. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the psychoactive chemical responsible for causing the cannabis high, and is illegal. The UK has set the maximum THC content of hemp at 0.2%.For more information click HERE.

If you’re considering using CBD oil and are taking any prescribed medications, you should speak to your GP or other healthcare professional to ensure that it is safe and appropriate for you to do so.

For CBD to be legal in the UK it must have a THC content of no more than 0.2%.

If you're intending to bring it in your carry-on, then you'll be subject to the 100ml liquid rule.

The destination country is where you should do your research. for example if you flew to lets say Spain, you would be fairly safe to take your favorite style of CBD . However CBD oil is deemed to be the same as cannabis in the UAE. This means CBD is illegal in Dubai and elsewhere in the country.But hemp seed oil, found in health care and cosmetics products, is legal to sell and buy.