Seeds and Clones in Hawaii
Clear definitions. Clear compliance. Clear next steps for growers, vendors, and events.
Seeds are included in hemp when THC is at or below 0.3 percent. Viable seeds and living plants are not hemp products under Hawaii DOH hemp product rules.
Key definitions
Hemp
Includes Cannabis sativa L. and any part of the plant, including seeds, when delta-9 THC is not more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis.
Hemp product
Consumer goods made from processed hemp. Excludes living hemp plants and viable seeds under DOH rules.
Clone
Live plant material intended for propagation. Clones are living plants, not hemp products.
Seeds vs clones
Seeds
Planting genetics. Track source, lot, and documentation. Label as planting stock.
Clones
Living plants. Track trays, counts, and chain of custody. Confirm event rules before sales.
Common mistake
Showing up with no paperwork. Fix this with a simple inventory sheet and source records per lot or tray.
Event sales checklist
Bring
USDA hemp license or program documentation. Inventory list. Source documentation by lot or tray.
Label
Agricultural planting stock. Not for ingestion. Buyer responsible for compliance.
Confirm
Check DOH OMCCR guidance and event rules ahead of time, especially for clone sales.