Can You Drive in Thailand When Taking CBD?

Thailand

It is normal to have many questions about CBD before and after using CBD. CBD products are legal in Thailand, and many of you probably consume CBD oil or other CBD products on a regular basis.

In this article, we will introduce CBD and driving in Thailand.

Is Driving Allowed After Taking CBD?

Yes, driving is allowed in Thailand after taking CBD.

There is no mention of driving after taking CBD in the precautions for cannabis products in Thailand.

In Thailand, CBD products containing less than 0.2% THC can be sold; THC has the effect of getting people high. 0.2% THC content is a very small amount and will not affect driving. If you are concerned about THC, you can use THC-free CBD products that do not contain THC and drive more safely.

CBD and Driving Research

A study on CBD and driving is being conducted at the University of Sydney, Australia in 2022.

According to the results published by the research team, “Oral treatment with CBD does not appear to induce intoxication and is unlikely to impair cognitive function or driving ability.

In the experiment, 17 participants were given three different doses of CBD oil and tested in a simulator driving test; the three doses were 15 mg, 300 mg, and 1500 mg.

The study was repeated four times, and none of the doses induced intoxication, and no effects of CBD were found on cognitive performance or driving ability.

What You Need to Know About CBD

We hope you now know that it is legal to drive after ingesting CBD.

There are a few things you need to know about using CBD and cannabis products in Thailand.

  • THC must not be present in cannabis products in concentrations greater than 0.2%.
  • Cannabis use and smoking are prohibited in public places such as shopping malls, schools, and other places where people around you may be uncomfortable with the fragrance
  • Purchase of cannabis is prohibited for those under 20 years of age, pregnant, or breastfeeding.
  • Cannabis cannot be brought into or out of Thailand in any way.

Summary

Driving is allowed in Thailand after taking CBD.

However, there are rules regarding the handling of cannabis products, so you must strictly follow the rules in Thailand when using cannabis products.