Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application: National Center for Natural Products Research
Published Date: 11/26/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Center for Natural Products Research wants to officially make large amounts of marijuana and related substances for research and product development. If you’re a current manufacturer or interested party, you can share your thoughts or ask for a hearing by January 26, 2026. This move could boost scientific studies and product testing, with no immediate cost changes announced.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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University Seeks Bulk Schedule I Registration
The National Center for Natural Products Research applied on September 8, 2025 to be registered to bulk manufacture three Schedule I substances: Marihuana (code 7360), Marihuana Extract (code 7350), and Tetrahydrocannabinols (code 7370). The application names the center at 806 Hathorn Road, University, Mississippi 38677 and says the production is for product development and reference standards.
Stakeholders Can Comment by Jan 26, 2026
Registered bulk manufacturers of the affected drug classes and other applicants can submit electronic comments or objections, or file a written request for a hearing, on or before January 26, 2026 via https://www.regulations.gov. Upon submitting a comment you will receive a Comment Tracking Number.
Authorization Limited to Extraction From Produced Marihuana
For drug codes 7350 (Marihuana Extract) and 7370 (Tetrahydrocannabinols), the applicant plans to extract those substances from produced 7360 (Marihuana). The notice states that no other activities for these drug codes are authorized under this registration.
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