Ban on raw flowers: businessman claims Anvisa's decision is a setback

By Tylla Lima

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The recent decision by the National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) to ban the importation of raw CBD flowers in Brazil has caused unrest in the community and among all those involved in the search for alternative therapeutic treatments, such as cannabidiol.

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Guilherme Santos, CEO of Hemp Boutique, emphasizes that this ban represents a significant setback for the health sector, as many people found almost immediate relief from various symptoms through CBD, and that raw CBD flowers have been a source of hope for thousands of individuals seeking a natural and effective alternative for their health treatments.

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He comments on the vaporization of raw CBD flowers, which "has proven to be a highly bioavailable and efficient way to absorb the therapeutic compound. Compared to ingestion, vaporization allows for an absorption rate of up to 56%, with the onset of effect in about 10 minutes, while ingestion has a much lower absorption rate, ranging from 4% to 20%. This high degree of bioavailability makes vaporization a valuable option for treating more acute symptoms, providing almost immediate relief to patients," he reinforces.

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Guilherme also highlights that, although there are legitimate concerns regarding the potential diversion of CBD flowers for illicit purposes, this cannot compromise the undeniable therapeutic benefits that these flowers provide to patients who rely on them. Instead, he emphasizes that it is the state's responsibility to find efficient means to control potential diversion and impose barriers to those who want to use the plant for illicit purposes, while ensuring adequate and legal access for patients who need this resource for their medical conditions.

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A voice against the ban on raw flowers

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The Hemp Boutique stands as a voice in defense of access to health and well-being for all. "I see a significant setback in the health sector where we were moving towards a scenario where many people were finding relief with CBD, particularly with the CBD flower. Because it provides almost immediate relief when vaporizing these flowers. I believe we have lost a lot in health, and ANVISA cannot blame, or rather, blame us for their lack of control or the state's ineffectiveness. A very complicated situation, we do not agree and will do everything to try to reverse this resolution," he concludes.

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The scenario is still evolving, and it is expected that the debate over the importation of raw CBD flowers will continue. The voices of companies like Hemp Boutique and patients who benefit from these products are at the center of the power to influence policies that promote access to safe and effective treatment options in Brazil.