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Can you buy CBD or cannabis products with EBT?

Short answer: No. No. Foods and drinks that contain controlled substances, such as cannabis or CBD, are not eligible.

USDA lists foods and drinks containing controlled substances, such as cannabis or CBD, as ineligible for SNAP.

This applies even where those products are legal under state law.

Last verified November 4, 2026, next check December 4, 2026. How we verify facts

Sources

• USDA Food and Nutrition Administration: What Can SNAP Buy?, page updated June 4, 2025

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Rules can differ by state. For decisions about your benefits, contact your state SNAP agency.