HHC is effectively illegal in Delaware.
While Delaware law does not explicitly mention hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) by name, the state prohibits THC and all THC isomers, which places HHC under the same restriction.
Delaware’s approach is indirect but firm: if a cannabinoid is intoxicating and structurally related to THC, it is not permitted—regardless of whether it is derived from hemp.
Delaware’s Legal Position on HHC
❌ No explicit mention, but still prohibited
Delaware law bans:
- THC
- THC analogs
- THC isomers
- Chemically altered cannabinoids
Because HHC is a hydrogenated THC analog, it falls within the scope of substances Delaware restricts.
❌ Illegal to sell
Retailers—including smoke shops, hemp stores, and online sellers—cannot legally sell HHC in Delaware.
❌ Illegal to manufacture or distribute
Producing or shipping HHC into Delaware violates state-controlled substance rules.
✔ Enforcement focus
Enforcement primarily targets business activity, not casual consumer possession—but possession still carries legal risk.
Why HHC Is Not Allowed in Delaware
Delaware’s restrictions are based on:
- Broad prohibition of THC and THC isomers
- Public health concerns over unregulated intoxicants
- Preventing hemp-derived THC from bypassing cannabis laws
- Alignment with the state’s medical cannabis framework
Delaware does not distinguish between “natural” and “hemp-derived” intoxicating THC variants.
What Hemp Products Are Still Legal in Delaware?
✔ Legal
- CBD (non-intoxicating)
- CBG, CBN, CBC
- Hemp topicals
- Hemp supplements with no intoxicating effect
❌ Illegal
- HHC
- Delta-8 THC
- Delta-10 THC
- THC-O
- THCP
-
Any intoxicating THC isomer or analog
If it produces a high and is related to THC, Delaware considers it prohibited.
Can You Buy HHC in Delaware?
❌ No
HHC cannot be legally purchased from:
- Smoke shops
- CBD stores
- Gas stations
- Online retailers shipping to Delaware
- Cannabis dispensaries
Delaware dispensaries sell state-approved medical cannabis products only, not hemp-derived intoxicants like HHC.
Can You Order HHC Online to Delaware?
❌ No
Online vendors cannot legally ship HHC into Delaware.
Most compliant brands block Delaware shipping to avoid enforcement issues.
FAQs
Is HHC legal in Delaware?
No. Delaware bans THC and its isomers, which effectively prohibits HHC.
Is HHC mentioned directly in Delaware law?
No, but it falls under the ban on THC analogs and isomers.
Can stores sell HHC in Delaware?
No. Retail sale is illegal.
Can HHC be shipped to Delaware?
No. Online shipments violate state law.
Are CBD products legal in Delaware?
Yes, as long as they are non-intoxicating.
Do cannabis dispensaries sell HHC?
No. HHC is not part of Delaware’s medical cannabis program.
What Delaware Consumers Should Know in 2025
- HHC is not legally sold anywhere in the state
- Hemp-derived intoxicants are treated like controlled substances
- Buying HHC online carries legal and delivery risks
- CBD remains legal and widely available
- Delaware continues to favor a tightly controlled cannabis system
Conclusion
Although Delaware law does not name HHC explicitly, the state’s broad prohibition on THC and THC isomers makes HHC effectively illegal. Any cannabinoid that mimics THC’s intoxicating effects—regardless of hemp origin—is barred from retail sale, manufacture, and distribution.
Bottom line:
HHC is not legal in Delaware in 2025. Consumers should avoid purchasing or importing HHC and instead rely on legal, non-intoxicating hemp products or state-regulated medical cannabis.