Cannabis Resources/Regulations/New Jersey

New Jersey

Cannabis regulations, compliance details, and official links for New Jersey.

Adult-Use

METRC

Delivery Allowed

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Official Source

Regulatory Agency

Cannabis Regulatory Commission

Tracking System

METRC

Market Type

Adult-Use

Last Updated

Jan 18, 2026

Regulatory Overview

New Jersey Cannabis Regulations

Key regulatory details for cannabis operators in New Jersey. Always confirm with official sources.

Regulatory Agency

Cannabis Regulatory Commission

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Seed-to-Sale System

New Jersey uses METRC for seed-to-sale compliance tracking.

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Market Type

Adult-Use

New Jersey has an adult-use (recreational) and medical cannabis program.

Delivery & Ecommerce Status

DeliveryAllowed

EcommerceAllowed

Key Details

What You Need to Know About New Jersey

Adult-use sales began April 2022

Delivery authorized for licensed dispensaries

Social equity program for license applicants

Municipal opt-in/opt-out for retail locations

Official Sources

CRC Official Site

Regulatory Details

New Jersey Cannabis Rules at a Glance

Detailed regulatory information for cannabis operators in New Jersey.

Purchase Limits

Adult-Use

Flower1 oz

Concentrates4g

Edibles1,000mg THC

Periodper transaction

Medical

Flower3 oz

Period30-day rolling period

Purchases tracked statewide.

Tax Rates

State ExciseSocial Equity Excise Fee: $2.50/oz on cultivator sales

State Sales6.625%

Local TaxUp to 2% municipal tax

Medical cannabis exempt from sales tax.

Home Cultivation

Not Allowed

Home cultivation is illegal. Growing even one plant is a criminal offense.

Customer Requirements

21+

Min. Age

Required

State ID

Medical patients need NJ-issued medical card.

Testing Requirements

Mandatory Testing

Potency

Pesticides

Heavy metals

Microbials

Mycotoxins

Residual solvents

Moisture content

Expanded 7-cannabinoid panel required since May 2025.

Packaging & Labeling

Child-Resistant: YesUniversal Symbol: Yes

Fully enclosed child-resistant packaging

Testing result summary

All ingredients listed

Universal warning symbol

No imagery attractive to children

License Types

Class 1: Cannabis Cultivator

Growing and cultivating cannabis

Class 2: Cannabis Processor

Manufacturing and packaging

Class 3: Cannabis Wholesaler

Wholesale resale to other licensees

Class 4: Cannabis Distributor

Bulk transport between licensees

Class 5: Cannabis Retailer

Direct sale to consumers

Class 6: Cannabis Delivery

Courier delivery service

Testing Laboratory

Independent product testing

Compliance Checklist

Operator Compliance Checklist for New Jersey

Licensing

Obtain appropriate CRC license class

Inventory

Track all inventory in state traceability system

Sales

Verify ID for all transactions

Enforce per-transaction limits

1 oz flower, 4g concentrates, 1,000mg THC edibles

Collect and remit 6.625% sales tax

Plus municipal tax up to 2%

Reporting

Comply with CRC reporting and advertising rules

Compliance Tools

How WebJoint Helps in New Jersey

WebJoint integrates directly with METRC, the tracking system used in New Jersey, to keep your operations compliant.

METRC Integration

Real-time syncing with METRC for package intake, sales, returns, and inventory adjustments.

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Delivery Software

Compliant delivery workflows with manifests, driver assignment, ID verification at the door, and route tracking.

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POS Compliance

Purchase limits enforced at checkout, age verification at every touchpoint, and audit-ready transaction records.

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Reports & Audits

Exportable reports that match your regulatory requirements. Sales, inventory, patient counts, and more.

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FAQ

New Jersey Cannabis FAQ

Common questions about cannabis regulations, compliance, and operating in New Jersey.

Yes, New Jersey has legalized adult-use (recreational) and medical cannabis. The state's cannabis program is regulated by the Cannabis Regulatory Commission. Regulations and requirements may change, so always verify with official sources.

Adult-use customers can purchase up to 1 oz of flower, 4g of concentrates, and 1,000mg THC of edibles per per transaction. Medical patients can purchase up to 3 oz of flower per 30-day rolling period. Purchases tracked statewide.

Home cultivation of cannabis is not currently allowed in New Jersey. Home cultivation is illegal. Growing even one plant is a criminal offense.

Cannabis products in New Jersey are subject to various taxes. The state excise tax is Social Equity Excise Fee: $2.50/oz on cultivator sales. State sales tax is 6.625%. Local jurisdictions may add Up to 2% municipal tax. Medical cannabis exempt from sales tax.

Yes, licensed cannabis delivery is allowed in New Jersey. Operators must comply with all state delivery regulations, including manifest requirements, vehicle requirements, and customer verification at the point of delivery.

Yes, New Jersey requires mandatory testing for all cannabis products before they can be sold. Testing must cover: Potency, Pesticides, Heavy metals, Microbials, Mycotoxins, Residual solvents, Moisture content. Expanded 7-cannabinoid panel required since May 2025.

New Jersey uses METRC as its seed-to-sale tracking system. All licensed cannabis operators are required to report inventory, sales, and transfers through this system. WebJoint integrates with METRC to help operators maintain compliance automatically.

Yes, WebJoint provides cannabis POS, delivery, and ecommerce software for operators in New Jersey. The platform includes built-in compliance features like purchase limit enforcement, METRC integration, age verification, and audit-ready reporting designed for New Jersey's regulatory requirements.