The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wrote an article highlighting serious health risks related to the use of delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as delta-8 THC. Delta-8 THC is a psychoactive substance found in the Cannabis sativa plant.
Although delta-8 THC products are available online and in stores, the FDA has not approved or evaluated the products for safe use in any context. The FDA has received over 100 reports of adverse events following the use of delta-8 THC products. Potentially harmful chemicals are used to create the higher concentrations of delta-8 THC found in products being sold. Delta-8 THC products are not inspected by FDA for purity and can contain leftover chemicals from product preparation or added chemicals that are not listed on the package. These products have psychoactive and intoxicating effects and should always be kept away from children and pets. More information on delta-8 THC and the serious health effects associated with it can be found at https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/5-things-know-about-delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol-delta-8-thc.