A statewide recall has been issued for a line of hemp pre rolls sold in Oregon after regulators determined the products contained significantly higher THC levels than allowed under state and federal law. The action followed a formal complaint from a consumer and a subsequent investigation by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, which oversees both marijuana and hemp products distributed within the state. What was marketed as low potency hemp has now been identified as material capable of producing intoxicating effects, triggering immediate concerns about labeling accuracy, consumer safety and regulatory compliance.
The products at the center of the recall were distributed by Simply Sol LLC and released in multiple varieties, all produced on September 5th, of this year. They were sold in both six pack tins and individual tubes under several flavor names and were shipped to retailers across Oregon. Stores in numerous cities received the items including Portland, Eugene, Salem, Lincoln City, La Pine, Aurora, Gresham, Depoe Bay and Silverton. Regulators used the state’s cannabis tracking system to identify and inform licensees who sold the affected pre rolls and to ensure they were removed from shelves as quickly as possible. Consumers who purchased the products have been advised to discard them and to contact medical professionals if they experience unexpected symptoms.
The recall comes at a time when Oregon officials have been scrutinizing hemp products more intensely. In earlier statewide studies released by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, the Oregon Department of Agriculture and the Oregon Health Authority, regulators found that many hemp items tested in 2025 exceeded the legal threshold of 0.3 percent total tetrahydrocannabinol. Test results from that review showed that every hemp flower sample included in the study surpassed the permitted limit, with some products containing potency levels normally associated with marijuana. The findings highlighted widespread inconsistencies between labels and actual THC concentrations and raised concerns regarding the sale of products that appear compliant but do not meet federal hemp standards.
The investigation revealed other issues as well. Regulators noted that hemp items were frequently presented in packaging that could appeal to minors or lacked proper compliance information. Age verification was inconsistent and, in some instances, nonexistent for online sales. These shortcomings prompted lawmakers to adopt stricter rules intended to close regulatory gaps, improve monitoring and ensure that hemp products meet safety and potency requirements. A statewide hemp product registry is scheduled to take effect in 2026 to provide more oversight in testing, labeling and distribution.
The latest recall underscores the challenges that Oregon continues to face in distinguishing regulated hemp from intoxicating cannabis. Although hemp is legally defined as containing minimal THC, Oregon regulators have found that mislabeled or inaccurately tested products regularly slip into the marketplace. The recall of Simply Sol’s pre rolls illustrates how easily that can happen and why ongoing enforcement remains necessary. An investigation into the source of the excessive THC levels is still underway and state officials have urged consumers who believe they purchased the affected items to contact the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission for guidance.
This incident adds to a growing record of regulatory actions as Oregon works to tighten oversight in the rapidly evolving cannabis and hemp sectors. The recall signals an active effort by the state to prevent improperly labeled hemp from being sold to consumers and highlights the need for consistent quality control across the industry.