THCA Flower & Georgia Hemp Law: What You Need to Know

For several years, many THCA flower products were marketed as federally compliant because they contained less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight, even though their THCA content was high. Georgia closed that gap with Senate Bill 494, which Governor Brian Kemp signed on April 30, 2024, and which took effect on October 1, 2024.

Under SB 494, Georgia no longer relies on a Delta-9-only standard. Instead, the state uses a total THC approach that accounts for the Delta-9 THC a product can produce when THCA is heated (decarboxylated). In practice, the calculation works out to roughly:

(THCA × 0.877) + Delta-9 THC must be 0.3% or less by dry weight.

Because typical THCA flower contains anywhere from about 15% to 25% THCA, most THCA flower exceeds this total-THC limit and is classified as marijuana under Georgia law rather than legal hemp. SB 494 also introduced an age requirement of 21 and older for all consumable hemp purchases, mandatory full-panel Certificates of Analysis from licensed labs, and licensing and labeling requirements administered by the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA).

A Note on Raw Hemp Flower

Separately from the total-THC test, SB 494 includes language restricting the retail sale of raw cannabis flower and leaves. There is ongoing legal debate over exactly how far that restriction reaches, for example, whether certain processed or infused flower products fall under it, and the issue has been the subject of differing interpretations and potential litigation. What is clear is that high-THCA raw flower of the kind traditionally marketed as "THCA flower" sits squarely in the restricted, high-risk category. We recommend treating raw THCA flower as non-compliant for Georgia and reviewing the current GDA guidance before making any purchasing decision.

Federal Direction

Federal policy also appears to be moving toward a stricter total-THC standard that would more closely match Georgia's approach. In November 2025, the federal government enacted Pub. L. No. 119-37, which amends federal hemp law to incorporate THCA into the total THC calculation, with a phased effective date in 2026. Details and timing have been described inconsistently across sources. Regardless of where federal law lands, Georgia state law already governs what can be sold and possessed within its borders, and SB 494 has been in effect since October 1, 2024.

What This Means If You're Shopping in Georgia

The short version: traditional high-THCA flower is not a compliant product for Georgia under current state law, even when its Delta-9 THC reads below 0.3%. Possession of non-compliant flower that tests as marijuana can be treated the same as marijuana possession, and Georgia authorities have taken enforcement action against high-THCA flower in the past. We don't want our customers caught off guard, so ATLRx focuses Georgia shoppers on products that are designed to meet the state's total-THC standard.

Compliant Hemp Options ATLRx Can Ship to Georgia

Georgia continues to allow many consumable hemp products, such as gummies, tinctures, and other processed formats, as long as they pass the total-THC test and meet the state's labeling, packaging, age, and milligram-per-serving requirements. Every ATLRx product carries a current, full-panel Certificate of Analysis you can view on its product page, so you can verify total-THC compliance before you order.

Looking for compliant alternatives? Explore these ATLRx categories:

• CBD Gummies
• Delta 9 Gummies (10 mg per serving)
• CBD Hemp Oil & Tinctures
• Shop All ATLRx Products

Note: Product availability and compliant formats change as regulations evolve. Confirm current Georgia availability and review the COA on each product page before ordering. If a category link above does not match our current Georgia-eligible lineup, browse "Shop All" for up-to-date options.