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The IG Hanf provides information through press releases about relevant developments, market data and topics in the Swiss cannabis industry.

THC regulation

Statement on the NZZ article “What happened when California smelled big money and allowed smoking weed (spoiler: nothing good)”

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THC regulation

Statement by IG Hanf Schweiz on the SRF report "Cannabis regulation and its consequences", Rendez-vous from 04.04.2024

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THC regulation

Cannabis regulation with state tax? – Statement by IG Hanf

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THC regulation

IG Hanf welcomes new members of the subcommittee “Cannabis Regulation” and stresses the urgency of rapid regulation

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pilot tests

Swiss hemp industry clearly opposes the import of THC cannabis from Canada for pilot projects

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THC regulation

Cannabis in the Public Focus

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cannabis regulation

position papers and statements

The Hemp Interest Group is actively involved in the political process for parliamentary initiative to regulate the cannabis market for better youth and consumer protection – 20.473 and promotes the regulation of cannabis in all sectors.

THC regulation
cannabis specialty stores

Position of IG Hanf Schweiz on sales outlets and their organizational form

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THC regulation

Position of IG Hanf Schweiz on the import of cannabis and cannabis products

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THC regulation

Position of IG Hanf Schweiz on the THC content of cannabis products

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Synthetic cannabis

Position of IG Hanf Schweiz on synthetic cannabinoids

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Industrial Hemp and Cannabinoids

For a clear legal differentiation between cannabinoids – example CBN

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Industrial Hemp and Cannabinoids

Position paper on non-psychotropic cannabinoid-containing products (V1, February 2024)

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Our contributions

The IG Hanf represents the Swiss cannabis industry to the media, politicians and the public. It is present at trade fairs and invites people to events. Members have access to information and networking, the IG Hanf offers a platform for discussions and collects data on the cannabis market.

Medical Industrial Hemp and Cannabinoids pilot tests THC regulation

2025: A year full of opportunities for the Swiss cannabis industry!

The new brochure from IG Hanf Schweiz provides a comprehensive overview of the most important developments and goals for the coming year.

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pilot tests THC regulation

The Swiss Cannabis Model

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Medical Industrial Hemp and Cannabinoids pilot tests THC regulation

Cannabis Regulation Europe 2024: An Overview

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Cannabis USA Canada
THC regulation

Experiences in the USA and Canada: What Switzerland can learn from them

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THC regulation

Cannabis Edibles – Health Risk or Harm Reduction?

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Medical

Cannabis Regulation in Germany – Opportunities and Side Effects for Switzerland

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Why become a member?

For the sustainable establishment of hemp in Switzerland

The Hemp Interest Group is not only the association of the Swiss cannabis industry, but also an important voice that represents its members to politicians, authorities and the public. It also actively promotes exchange and cooperation among its members, thereby sustainably strengthening the hemp industry in Switzerland. In addition, it pursues the mission of establishing cannabis in society in a sustainable way and creating a regulated cannabis market so that Switzerland can play a leading role in the global cannabis industry.

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regulate the hemp market

The IG Hanf is not only committed to establishing a regulated hemp market at various levels, but also to clear and modern cannabis legislation in Switzerland.

advance the industry

Through various projects, IG Hanf is not only driving forward the professionalization of the industry, but is also laying the foundation for a sustainable and innovative cannabis industry to thrive in Switzerland.

setting standards

The IG Hanf sets standards in the industry: with a code of responsible conduct and strict youth protection as well as the Swiss Certified Cannabis (SCC) label, which guarantees product and consumer safety.