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Cannabis companies are often unclear about what edible products are legal to manufacture and distribute. While some cannabis edibles may be legal on a state level, federal regulations prohibit placing some cannabinoids in food altogether. This legal landscape is often confusing for cannabis edibles manufactures, who see their products as a natural expansion of cannabis legalization. However, violations of federal law are currently the least of their concerns. While federal agencies seldom take strong action against cannabis companies these days, confectionary manufacturers are not afraid to sue in federal court when their brands are threatened. In fact, the intersection of cannabis legalization and the confectionery industry has sparked a wave of legal disputes in recent years. Let’s take a look at a few of them below.
Ferrara Candy Company
Ferrara Candy Company is known for its iconic candy brands, including NERDS candy. Ferrara is committed to its brand integrity. Faced with a booming market for cannabis infused edibles that have the look and feel of its successful children’s treats, Ferrara is stepping up its legal efforts to stop these cannabis brands from imitating its products. Ferrara has been sending cease and desist letters
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