Frequently Asked Questions : Medical Marijuana

You can apply online. Visit the Processor How to Apply page for details.

What medical marijuana products can I process?

A list of the different endorsements that processors may apply for can be found under OAR 333-008-1700. They are:

- Cannabinoid edible processor; - Cannabinoid topical processor; - Cannabinoid concentrate processor; - Cannabinoid extract processor; and - Cannabinoid tincture, capsule, suppository, or transdermal patch processor.
Does the registration process differ based on the type of endorsement?

Yes. While there are a set of general requirements that all processors must meet, the rules are different for applicants making extracts, concentrates and other products.

Rules specific for edible processors are found under OAR 333-008-1790, for concentrate and extract processors under OAR 333-008-1800 and for topical, tincture, capsule, suppository or transdermal patch processors under OAR 333-008-1810.

A set of general requirements may be found in OAR 333-008-2000 through 333-008-2200.

What is the process for approval? How long should it take?

After your online application, fee payment, and all required application documents have been received, program staff will review your application to determine whether all program rules have been satisfied. Once you submit a complete application, it will be processed in the order it is received, based on the timestamp of the approved payment.

The timeline for approving your application will depend on several factors, including the volume of applications received and completeness of your application.

Are there any location restrictions for a medical marijuana processing site?

Yes. An extract processor may not be in an area zoned residential. It is recommended that a processor check with their local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location they intend to process marijuana.

Is there a Land Use Compatibility Statement (LUCS) requirement for medical marijuana processors?

No. However, it is recommended that a processor check with their local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location where they intend to process marijuana.

Do I need to have an OMMP card to apply to become a medical marijuana processor?

No. An OMMP patient, caregiver or grower card is not required to become a registered medical marijuana processor. What is the fee for applying. Registering a medical marijuana processing site?

There is a registration fee of $3,500 and a non-refundable application fee of $500. In other words, a total of $4,000 must be paid at the time of application. Payment can only be made with a credit card, debit card or a pre-paid debit card.

In addition, there is a $35 background check fee, payable by check or money order, for each person listed on the application, including all owners and Person Responsible for a Processing site (PRP).

Lastly, there is a $480 Cannabis Tracking System (CTS) user fee.

Is there an additional fee for each endorsement?

No.

TRANSFERS

Who can perform transfers to a registered processing site?

An OMMP patient, caregiver or a PRMG (Person Responsible for a Medical Marijuana Grow Site) may transfer usable marijuana to a registered processing site if they are provided with an Authorization to Transfer form or a Personal Agreement signed by the patient.

Patients and caregivers may transfer marijuana to a registered processing site for no compensation for the purpose of the processing site processing the marijuana into a cannabinoid product, concentrate or extract for the patient’s personal use.

Also, a registered medical marijuana processing site may transfer to another registered medical marijuana processing site.

Rules regarding transferring to a registered processing site are found in OAR 333-008-1760.

Who can a registered processing site transfer to?

A registered processing site may transfer to another registered medical marijuana processor or a registered medical marijuana dispensary.

Rules regarding transferring from a registered processing site are found in OAR 333-008-1760 to 333-008-1770.

I am an unregistered processing site. Can I accept transfers of useable marijuana to process?

I am an unregistered processor. Can I transfer my cannabinoid edible or concentrate product to a dispensary?

You must be a fully registered processor in order to accept transfers of useable marijuana. Fully registered means you have received a certificate of registration from OMMP.

EXTRACTS

Can I still process extracts as an unregistered processor or as an OMMP patient, caregiver or grower?

No. Under HB 4014, passed in the 2016 Legislative session, the unlicensed processing of extracts is illegal.

However, a medical marijuana processing site that has submitted a complete application for registration with OHA is exempt from criminal liability pursuant to ORS 475B.475.

As of April 1, 2107, you must be a registered processor in order to sell products to a dispensary. If you have a pending application or were previously listed on the OMMP website as having submitted a complete application, you will not be able to transfer products to a dispensary on and after April 1, 2017 unless you are fully registered with OMMP.

What are the requirements for getting registered as an extraction processor?

In addition to meeting the general requirements (OAR 333-008-2000 to 333-008-2200), extraction processors do have a set of specific requirements that must be met.

- Extraction processors must use commercially manufactured professional grade closed loop extraction systems designed to recover the solvents and built to recognized and generally accepted good engineering standards. - The equipment and facility must be approved for use by the local fire code official, meet any fire, safety and building code requirements, have an emergency eye wash station in any room in which extraction is being processed and have all applicable material safety data sheets available. - Rules specific to extract processors may be found in OAR 333-008-1800.
EDIBLES

Is a commercial kitchen license from the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) required for processing edibles?

Yes. For information on how to apply for a commercial kitchen license please visit ODA’s website.

Is a commercial kitchen license from ODA required if I’m making concentrates or extracts that will be used in edibles?

Yes. Any ingredient used in food production must come from an ODA licensed facility.

LABELING AND PACKAGING

As a medical marijuana processor, do I need to have my labels approved by OLCC as part of their labeling pre-approval process?

Yes. For more information visit the OLCC website.

What labeling requirements can I follow before my labels are approved? All labels must be pre-approved. Follow requirements found in rule. The OLCC has adopted new packaging and labeling rules that are operational August 15, 2018. Starting April 1, 2019, all marijuana items transferred to dispensaries are required to be packaged and labeled according to OLCC labeling rules. Marijuana items on dispensary shelves that meet the OHA packaging and labeling rules may continue to be sold until December 31, 2019. On January 1, 2020, all marijuana items must meet the OLCC packaging and labeling rules. Marijuana items with labels that meet pre-August 15, 2018 rules may no longer be sold.

What packaging requirements do I need to follow?

All packaging must be compliant with OLCC packaging rules found in OAR 845-025-7000 to 845-025-7060.

When do I have to comply with concentration limits?

All products must meet requirements found under OAR 333-007-0200 to 333-007-0220.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS

What testing requirements am I required to follow?

All marijuana items must be tested according to OAR 333-007-0300 to 333-007-0500. See our Testing Requirements and Rules and Statutes pages for details. Are processors subject to any reporting. Tracking requirements?

Yes. All registered processors are required to use the Cannabis Tracking System (CTS). There is a $480 CTS user fee that is due annually. Rules regarding reporting requirements are found under OAR 333-008-1830. See our Reporting Requirements page for details.

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