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Delta 8 THC is prohibited in Costa Rica under the Ley de Estupefacientes, Sustancias Psicotrópicas, Drogas de Uso No Autorizado, Actividades Conexas, Legitimación de Capitales y Financiamiento al Terrorismo (Law No. 8204). The Consejo Nacional de Control de Estupefacientes (CNCE) classifies all tetrahydrocannabinol isomers, including Delta 8, as controlled substances. Despite its lower psychoactive potency, Costa Rican authorities enforce a zero-tolerance policy, aligning with the 2026 National Drug Strategy that prioritizes synthetic cannabinoid prohibition. Importation, possession, or distribution risks criminal penalties, including fines up to ₡10 million ($18,000 USD) or imprisonment.
Key Regulations for Delta 8 THC in Costa Rica
- Controlled Substance Classification: Delta 8 THC falls under Schedule I of Law No. 8204, treated identically to Delta 9 THC and other prohibited cannabinoids.
- Prohibition on Import/Export: The Dirección General de Aduanas and Ministerio de Salud enforce strict bans on Delta 8 THC imports, with seizures and prosecutions documented in 2023–2024.
- Zero-Tolerance Enforcement: Local courts, per Acuerdo 12-2022 of the Poder Judicial, uphold strict liability for Delta 8 possession, even in trace amounts, with no medical or industrial exemptions.