Avoid Costly Mistakes: How Cannabis Packaging & Labeling Reviews Protect Your Products and Your Bottom Line
When it comes to cannabis compliance, most operators focus on licensing, inspections, or operational audits. But the truth is, your packaging and labeling can be just as critical—and just as risky.
From product holds and forced relabeling to full recalls and enforcement actions, noncompliant packaging can derail your go-to-market strategy in an instant. That’s why CannXperts offers expert packaging and labeling reviews designed to catch small mistakes before they become big (and expensive) problems.
Whether you’re launching a new product line or updating your design, having a second set of eyes—trained in multi-jurisdictional cannabis regulations—can save you time, money, and regulatory trouble.
Avoid delays, reprints, and costly mistakes.
Why Packaging & Labeling Compliance Matters
Every cannabis product must comply with strict, jurisdiction-specific packaging and labeling regulations, and those rules can vary dramatically from one market to the next. These aren’t just cosmetic details; they’re critical components of product safety, consumer education, and legal protection.
Typical requirements include:
Accurate THC/CBD potency disclosures
Complete ingredient lists and allergen statements
Approved universal symbols and state-specific warning icons
Child-resistant and tamper-evident packaging standards
Legible font sizes, contrast ratios, and proper element placement
Required health and safety disclaimers
Clear expiration dates, batch numbers, and seed-to-sale tracking details
Failure to meet these requirements can lead to more than a slap on the wrist. It can result in product recalls, relabeling orders, loss of shelf space, and financial penalties—not to mention reputational damage.
Common Pitfalls We Catch
Many operators assume their packaging is compliant—until a regulator tells them otherwise. Our team reviews hundreds of cannabis packaging and labeling files each year and regularly catches avoidable issues like:
Missing or outdated warning language
Noncompliant font size, style, or contrast
Improper health claims or unapproved marketing language
Incorrect serving sizes or unclear dosage guidance
Omitted batch numbers, UID tags, or tracking information
Misplaced or distorted universal symbols
Any of these can trigger delays or enforcement actions. But with the right review process, they’re easy to fix.
Meet Wendy: Your Cannabis Packaging Compliance Ally
Wendy Mintey, Compliance Officer
At the helm of our packaging and labeling review services is Wendy Mintey, a seasoned compliance professional with deep experience across a wide range of cannabis regulatory frameworks and jurisdictions.
Wendy has guided operators through complex packaging requirements in emerging and mature markets, helping clients navigate everything from font requirements and health warnings to cross-market discrepancies in THC limits and labeling format. She works directly with brands to ensure packaging materials are review-ready and regulator-proof before the first unit hits production.
Her expertise has prevented dozens of brands from facing costly relabeling efforts and late-stage redesigns, while streamlining go-to-market timelines.
How the Process Works
Our cannabis packaging and labeling review is built to be fast, efficient, and aligned with your production schedule. Here’s how it works:
Submit your files – Share draft packaging designs (PDFs, mockups, or printer proofs).
Regulatory review – We cross-reference your materials with applicable cannabis regulations by jurisdiction.
Detailed feedback – Receive clear, actionable feedback outlining corrections, edits, and risk areas.
Final sign-off – Once updates are complete, we review again to ensure everything’s compliant and OLCC submission-ready.
Label Submission Support – We help prepare and submit your label applications, and we work directly with OLCC regulators to keep the process moving and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth.
Stay Compliant, Save Time, and Go to Market with Confidence
Compliance doesn’t stop at licensing. If your packaging isn’t compliant, your product isn’t either.
A short review today could save you thousands in rework, penalties, or lost sales tomorrow. Don’t leave your labeling to chance—let CannXperts help you get it right the first time.
Ready for a second set of eyes on your packaging?
Reach out to schedule a review today.
