CBD is short for cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive plant compound developed within certain chemovars of the Cannabis sativa plant. CBD is one of many cannabinoids that can be found in various cannabis plants. In the United States, hemp is classified as any Cannabis sativa plant that contains less than 0.3% delta 9 THC, short for tetrahydrocannabinol. Marijuana is any Cannabis sativa plant that contains levels of delta 9 THC above 0.3%. THC is another cannabinoid, one that can cause a psychoactive effect when consumed, which is why it is heavily regulated. Hemp is legal across the United States and in many other places around the world. Marijuana may be illegal in certain states and countries. Our topical products contain only hemp derived CBD oil, so you can rest assured that they are legal in the US.