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In a shocking political move, the Italian government has enacted an emergency decree that bans the cultivation, sale, possession, and trade of hemp flowers and CBD products across the country—even those with no psychoactive effects. This sudden shift in policy is already sending ripples across Europe and raising serious concerns about democratic erosion, economic impact, and the precedent it sets for neighboring countries like France.

The Decree: Banning CBD Overnight

On April 8, 2025, Italy’s government invoked Article 77 of the Constitution to introduce a “decree law” that bypassed parliamentary debate. This decree reclassifies industrial hemp flower as a narcotic substance, regardless of THC content. This means that even flowers containing less than 0.2% THC—previously legal under EU regulation—are now criminalized.

The law’s immediate enforcement has put at risk nearly 30,000 jobs and over 3,000 businesses operating legally under prior regulations. It has transformed farmers, distributors, and shop owners into alleged criminals overnight, without transitional measures or compensation.

Legal and Constitutional Controversy

Legal experts and industry advocates argue the move blatantly violates both the Italian Constitution and European Union law. According to Federcanapa, a national hemp association, the decree infringes upon Article 25(2) of the Constitution, which requires legal clarity in defining criminal acts. Moreover, the decree appears incompatible with the European Court of Justice’s 2020 ruling that stated CBD is not a narcotic and that EU member states cannot restrict its free trade unless there is clear evidence of health risks.

This sudden criminalization of a legal and regulated sector—without scientific justification—has drawn condemnation from advocacy groups, entrepreneurs, and European policymakers alike. The European Commission has issued a formal letter of complaint to the Italian government, initiating a 90-day response period.

What If You Buy CBD Hash Online from Switzerland?

For consumers in Italy, questions are rising: Can you still order CBD flowers or hash online from sites based in Switzerland?

The answer is troubling. While EU free movement of goods should protect such commerce, Italy’s reclassification of hemp as a narcotic overrides that protection domestically. If an Italian customer purchases CBD hash from a Swiss website, they are now in possession of a narcotic substance under Italian law—even if that product complies with EU THC limits. In practical terms, this means potential fines, product seizures, or worse.

This development undermines legal certainty across the continent and places legitimate international businesses at risk. It may also create a chilling effect, where retailers across Europe begin refusing orders from Italian customers to avoid legal complications.

The Authoritarian Trend in Cannabis Policy

Italy's policy shift aligns less with the democratic values of the EU and more with the restrictive cannabis policies of authoritarian regimes. In countries like Russia or parts of Asia, cannabis—regardless of form or potency—is treated as a criminal offense, often with severe penalties. Italy now seems to be emulating that model.

What’s more alarming is the political undertone: Italy’s far-right government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has pushed this decree under the guise of “public safety” without offering any medical or scientific evidence that justifies criminalizing hemp.

This sets a dangerous precedent. As France also faces pressure from conservative factions, some fear that President Emmanuel Macron—or a potential far-right successor—could use Italy’s actions as a blueprint. France has already shown mixed signals, previously attempting to ban CBD flowers before being stopped by its highest administrative court.

Economic and Social Fallout

This move isn't just ideological; it's deeply economic. The CBD flower sector in Italy had grown into a €2 billion market, offering sustainable income to small farmers, reducing dependence on pharmaceutical drugs, and providing alternatives to illegal cannabis markets. Destroying this ecosystem will likely push consumers toward the black market—where products are unregulated and potentially dangerous.

For now, Italian CBD entrepreneurs are caught in limbo. Although Parliament has 60 days to convert the decree into permanent law, enforcement has already begun. Many businesses are closing, supply chains are frozen, and customers are confused.

A Call to Action

As citizens, consumers, and industry stakeholders, it’s critical to oppose this regressive step. Not only does it disregard scientific consensus and EU jurisprudence, but it also signals a broader attack on civil liberties, economic freedom, and democratic process.

Now more than ever, cannabis advocates must stand united. Italy’s CBD flower ban is not just an Italian problem—it’s a European problem. And if left unchallenged, it could become a global one.

Source :
https://www.federcanapa.it/2025/04/14/comunicato-congiunto-riepilogo/

https://hemptoday.net/italian-government-invokes-emergency-powers-to-ban-hemp-flowers-immediately/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://curia.europa.eu/juris/document/document.jsf?text=&docid=233925&pageIndex=0&doclang=EN

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