Is Hemp Legal in Singapore?

Hemp is illegal in Singapore and not legally distinguished from cannabis under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1973. All parts of the Cannabis plant — including stalks, seeds, and derivatives — fall within the statutory definition of "cannabis," administered by the Central Narcotics Bureau. There is no industrial hemp licensing framework, and cultivation or processing carries the same severe penalties as marijuana.

Hemp seed food products, hemp protein, and hemp-based textiles are not lawful for general retail sale. The Singapore Food Agency does not currently permit hemp seed as a food ingredient, and shipments containing hemp-derived ingredients have been intercepted at customs. Industrial hemp clothing and fiber products may sometimes pass through, but any product containing residual cannabinoids — including trace THC or CBD — is treated as a controlled drug.

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.