Two B.C.-based companies stirred up confusion and controversy Thursday, after they announced they were permitted to manufacture and sell cocaine.
Two B.C.-based companies stirred up confusion and controversy Thursday after they announced they were permitted to manufacture and sell cocaine.
In a statement to the Star Friday, Health Canada clarified that cannabis retailer Adastra Labs is legally permitted to possess, produce, sell and distribute cocaine — just not to the general public. The main purpose is for “scientific and medical purposes only,” the agency said., which said Adastra is now licensed to handle up to 250 grams of cocaine, as well as to import and interact with coca leaves in order to synthesize the substance. It first got the green light on Feb. 17.
“The Dealer’s Licence issued to Adastra Labs does not permit Adastra Labs to sell coca leaf, psilocybin or cocaine to the general public,” reads its amended statement.
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