This rule is promulgated to establish standards and procedures related to manufacturing cannabis, cannabis concentrate, and cannabis products. This rule implements requirements of 22 MRS, chapter 558-C, including a cannabis track and trace system, and establishes minimum standards for manufacturing cannabis and cannabis products for medical use, including requirements for facility registration, requirements for engaging in cannabis extraction using inherently hazardous substances, staff qualifications, and security and testing. This rule protects public health and assures safe practices related to cannabis manufacturing, requiring a level of competency of facility personnel and appropriate equipment to process and extract cannabis.
A copy of the adopted rule appears immediately below.