TNcrzr4life Posted June 30, 2019 #1 Share Posted June 30, 2019 I’ve searched the boards best I can and cannot find the answer to a very hot topic in the US. Is CBD oil ( not TCH) allowed on the ship by customs? Will it clear on return? I take a relatively low dose for fibromyalgia. It makes a difference for me and I would really love to bring it on board when we sail on The Equinox in August. Any advice or experience would be helpful. Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palms2Pines2Sea Posted June 30, 2019 #2 Share Posted June 30, 2019 It is my understanding that you can easily clear US Customs while carrying CBD oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted June 30, 2019 #3 Share Posted June 30, 2019 In late May the TSA said it would be allowed on flights. In have not seen any mention of TSA policy in regards to cruise ships. You have several levels of authority......the TSA, the port security staff who clear your bags on entry to the ship, the Cruise Line, and finally, Customs and Immigration on arrival back to the US. I have only seen the TSA’s ruling so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nachosdelux Posted June 30, 2019 #4 Share Posted June 30, 2019 https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1751/~/importing-hemp-seeds-and-hemp-products-into-the-u.s. good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted June 30, 2019 #5 Share Posted June 30, 2019 (edited) That particular link is mostly about hemp seeds. But it does state that “products that do not cause THC to enter the human body are therefore legal products” most consumers are using CBD oil, cream or tea. Edited June 30, 2019 by cruisestitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted June 30, 2019 #6 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Also to be considered would be the laws of the various counties visited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserchuck Posted June 30, 2019 #7 Share Posted June 30, 2019 There was a thread a few months ago by a lady who claimed she received a fine for having a substance that was not in a labeled bottle. I believe it may have had to do with CBD oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare chemmo Posted June 30, 2019 #8 Share Posted June 30, 2019 I note you are on Equinox in August so if you are in the Caribbean and in and out of Fort Lauderdale I guess the answer would be through the US Port Authority as long as you don’t take your oil into any port of call. Personally, I would contact them directly and also the cruise line and get a written response by email rather than by phone conversation. I think this this is one of those questions that needs to be answered by authorities rather than by cruisers just like visa, passport questions...Many guests may not have had an issue but you don’t want to be the one who has...Stress doesn’t help your condition so an authorised response one way or another would put your mind at ease. Also if the response was ‘no’ you would have time to consider alternatives medications for the cruise period. Sincere best wishes for a positive outcome and a fantastic cruise. I hope the good weather and rest and relaxation offer some comfort for your condition too. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathynorth Posted June 30, 2019 #9 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Also remember to check what is and isn't allowed in all of the countries your ship will visit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted June 30, 2019 #10 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Quick check of a couple of areas no one has mentioned before, is that the DEA has moved CBD products out of the controlled drug classification if it is FDA approved. Also, Malta (where the Equinox is flagged) only allows CBD products with a prescription. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted June 30, 2019 #11 Share Posted June 30, 2019 12 hours ago, cruiserchuck said: There was a thread a few months ago by a lady who claimed she received a fine for having a substance that was not in a labeled bottle. I believe it may have had to do with CBD oil. I think she was on Summit out of San Juan. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted June 30, 2019 #12 Share Posted June 30, 2019 There is one FDA approved CBD containing product. It’s approved for seizure management. If the OP has a CBD oil product other than Epidiolex, it’s technically illegal; it’s generally illegal to market a product containing an FDA approved ingredient (CBD) in a non-FDA approved formulation, or to market it as a food additive. If if you do a quick Google search, you’ll find numerous articles on hemp products being confiscated and shippers arrested. Hemp products with less than 0.3% THC on a dry matter basis are no longer regulated as cannabis, but the law enforcement rapid tests are qualitative, not quantitative, and may react. So, if the OP is carrying the one FDA approved product with a prescription, they should be OK. Otherwise, it’s actually illegal as a pharmaceutical, and risky for THC content as a controlled substance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakes5 Posted June 30, 2019 #13 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Here are two links that talk about this. https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/medical-marijuana https://thepointsguy.com/news/traveling-with-cbd-products/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted June 30, 2019 #14 Share Posted June 30, 2019 1 hour ago, rakes5 said: Here are two links that talk about this. https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/medical-marijuana https://thepointsguy.com/news/traveling-with-cbd-products/ Just know that TSA has almost absolutely nothing to do with cruise ships and their regulations. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted June 30, 2019 #15 Share Posted June 30, 2019 True but many of us first have to fly to get to the port so we have to start with that..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted June 30, 2019 #16 Share Posted June 30, 2019 2 hours ago, Alakegirl said: True but many of us first have to fly to get to the port so we have to start with that..... People are cruising from US ports to foreign ports. When the ship is in their ports, the laws of those coiuntries apply. Not FDA or US customs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted June 30, 2019 #17 Share Posted June 30, 2019 3 hours ago, Alakegirl said: True but many of us first have to fly to get to the port so we have to start with that..... TSA is looking fo explosives and weapons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNcrzr4life Posted June 30, 2019 Author #18 Share Posted June 30, 2019 15 hours ago, chemmo said: Sincere best wishes for a positive outcome and a fantastic cruise. I hope the good weather and rest and relaxation offer some comfort for your condition too. Thank you so much, chemmo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNcrzr4life Posted June 30, 2019 Author #19 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Thanks for all the great responses. I think I will just play it safe and plan on leaving it at home. Cruising cures what ails you any way, right 😉 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare chemmo Posted July 1, 2019 #20 Share Posted July 1, 2019 12 hours ago, TNcrzr4life said: Thanks for all the great responses. I think I will just play it safe and plan on leaving it at home. Cruising cures what ails you any way, right 😉 Totally...a drinks package goes some way to! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husky61 Posted July 1, 2019 #21 Share Posted July 1, 2019 16 hours ago, Charles4515 said: TSA is looking fo explosives and weapons. They are also looking at their right hand to see what the left hand is doing.😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fogfog Posted July 1, 2019 #22 Share Posted July 1, 2019 Liquids and gels are subject to limits in carry on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bac513 Posted December 14, 2019 #23 Share Posted December 14, 2019 So is cbd cream/oil with no THC allowed on X. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted December 14, 2019 #24 Share Posted December 14, 2019 49 minutes ago, bac513 said: So is cbd cream/oil with no THC allowed on X. There is a good article on that here on Cruise Critic - https://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=4413 excerpt - Can You Cruise With CBD Oil? Most major cruise lines explicitly forbid CBD oil. The following lines have a ban on traveling with any CBD oil: Azamara Carnival Cruise Line Celebrity Cruises Disney Cruise Line Oceania Cruises Princess Cruises Regent Seven Seas Cruises Norwegian Cruise Line Royal Caribbean 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted December 14, 2019 #25 Share Posted December 14, 2019 From Celebrity's website: Medical Marijana and CBD Products: We do not allow guests who possess medical marijuana permits to bring marijuana on board any of our ships. It is only legal to use medical marijuana in the jurisdiction (state/county/city etc.) where it was prescribed. It's a federal offense to possess it when leaving and entering the U.S. and many foreign countries. CBD products are considered prohibited items and are not allowed onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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