Are You Allowed to Travel With Hemp Products?

Traveling with hemp or cannabis products can be confusing—especially with newer cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC and the rising popularity of Delta-9 gummies made from federally legal hemp. Laws vary by state, airport, and even country, which leaves many travelers unsure of what’s allowed.

This guide breaks everything down clearly so you avoid stress, confiscation, or legal issues during your trip.

First, Are Delta-8 and Delta-9 Gummies Legal?

Delta-8 THC

• Federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill if derived from hemp and contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

• Banned or restricted in several states.

Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC

• Legal federally if it contains no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight.

• Regulated or restricted in some states.

Because laws vary, traveling with these gummies can range from completely fine to illegal depending on where you're going.

Can You Fly With Hemp Products?

TSA’s Policy

The TSA does NOT look for THC products, but if they find something questionable, they turn it over to local authorities.

According to TSA guidelines:

• Hemp products with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC are permitted.

• Marijuana (cannabis products above 0.3% Delta-9 THC) is not permitted.

This means you can fly with federally compliant hemp-derived Delta-8 or hemp-derived Delta-9 gummies, BUT only if they are legal in both your departure and arrival states.

Practical Tips:

• Keep gummies in original packaging showing compliance (<0.3% THC).

• Carry them in your carry-on for clarity and temperature control.

• Don’t bring anything that looks like high-THC cannabis.

Traveling Within the U.S. State-by-State Reality

Even though federally legal hemp is allowed, state laws override convenience.

Here’s the simplified breakdown:

Safe States (Allow Both Delta-8 and Hemp-Derived Delta-9):

Most hemp-friendly states such as:

• Florida

• Texas

• California

• Colorado

• New Jersey

• Illinois

• Kansas

• Wisconsin

• Pennsylvania

Traveling with gummies here is typically fine.

Restricted or Banned States for Delta-8:

Travel to or through these states may lead to confiscation or legal trouble because Delta-8 is restricted/banned:

• Alaska

• Colorado (restricts some forms)

• Idaho

• Iowa

• New York (heavily regulated)

• North Dakota

• Rhode Island

• Vermont

• Washington

Hemp-derived Delta-9 may still be legal in some of these places, so check before traveling.

Idaho Exception

Idaho does not allow:

• Anything containing ANY THC—Delta-8, Delta-9, Delta-10, etc.

Do not travel with gummies or hemp products here!!!.

Traveling by Car With Hemp Products

Driving gives more flexibility—but laws still apply.

 Allowed:

• Driving through states where the products are legal.

 Risky:

• Road trips across multiple states with mixed legality.

• Having open containers (even gummies) in states with stricter rules.

 Never:

• Consume Hemp products while driving.

• Cross into a state where THC is banned.

Can You Take Hemp Products Internationally?

Almost always: NO.

Most countries classify all THC—including hemp-derived THC—as illegal.

Bringing Delta-8 or Delta-9 internationally can result in:

• Confiscation

• Fines

• Deportation

• Detention in extreme cases

Leave all THC products at home for international travel.

How to Safely Travel With Gummies (If Legal)

If traveling between legal locations:

Checklist:

• Keep gummies in original labeled packaging.

• Bring a COA (Certificate of Analysis) if available.

• Store them in a carry-on, not checked luggage.

• Do not use them while driving or in airports.

• Research the laws of every state on your route.

Final Answer: Are You Allowed to Travel With Hemp Products?

 Yes — you can travel with hemp-derived Delta-8 or Delta-9 gummies within the U.S. if they are legal in both your departure and arrival states.

 No — you should never bring these gummies internationally or into states where any THC is illegal.

When in doubt, check local laws and err on the side of caution.