Delta-8-THC and Delta-9-THC sound almost the same — chemically, only a single double bond separates them. Nevertheless, they are treated completely differently in Austria and the EU. We explain the differences, what this means for customers and why our products made from 100% Austrian hemp deliberately contain no psychoactive THC content.
What are Delta-8-THC and Delta-9-THC?
Both are cannabinoids — natural active substances from the hemp plant. Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-9-THC) is the best-known psychoactive substance in cannabis. Delta-8-THC is a related isomer that occurs in the plant only in very small amounts and is usually produced semi-synthetically.
The chemical difference
The only structural difference: the position of a double bond in the carbon chain — for Delta-9 at the 9th atom, for Delta-8 at the 8th.
Effects compared
- Delta-9-THC: strongly psychoactive, causes the classic “high”.
- Delta-8-THC: also psychoactive, usually described by consumers as milder and clearer — but there is little research on this.
- CBD (for comparison): not psychoactive, no intoxication, freely available for sale.
Legal situation in Austria
In Austria, Delta-9-THC falls under the Suchtmittelgesetz (SMG) from a content of 0.3% and may not be sold to end customers. Delta-8-THC is also considered a psychoactive cannabinoid according to the current legal view and is prohibited in Austria — regardless of whether it was obtained from hemp or produced semi-synthetically.
CBD products below the legal THC limit, on the other hand, are legally available.
That is why MAGU deliberately does not sell THC
Our oils, CBDeus and cosmetics are made from 100% Austrian hemp and tested in independent laboratories for purity, cannabinoid profile and contaminants. The THC content is always below the legal limit — this applies to every batch we deliver to customers. Find out more on our Quality & Sustainability page.
Frequently asked questions
Does Delta-8-THC get you “high”?
Yes. Even though its effect is described as milder, Delta-8 is psychoactive and not approved for end consumption in Austria.
Is CBD the same as THC?
No. CBD (cannabidiol) is not psychoactive and is legally available in Austria below the applicable limits.
Which MAGU products contain THC?
None of our products is above the legal THC limit. You can find the exact values in the laboratory analyses on each product page.
Find out more
If you are interested in the effects of the individual plant substances, read our article on the entourage effect of CBD. You can find an overview of our tested products in the shop.
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