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EU Sets Lower CBD Safety Bar
9 Feb
Summary
- EU agency sets first safe CBD intake at 0.0275 mg/kg body weight.
- New limit is significantly lower than Britain, Switzerland, and Canada.
- Incomplete evidence leads to stricter safety margin and exclusions.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has introduced its first guideline for the safe daily consumption of cannabidiol (CBD). The Italy-based agency's experts have set a provisional limit of 0.0275 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. This translates to roughly 2 mg per day for a 70 kg adult, a considerably lower threshold compared to other nations.
This new European benchmark stands in contrast to the daily limits set in Britain (10 mg), Switzerland (12 mg), and Canada (20-200 mg). EFSA noted that uncertainties surrounding CBD's long-term effects on vital systems necessitated an additional safety margin. Consequently, individuals under 25, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those on medication were excluded from the initial assessment.
The agency indicated that these safe consumption levels are subject to reassessment as further scientific data emerges. The provisional limit reflects a cautious approach due to ongoing research into CBD's full impact.
