New York Laboratory and Analytical Testing License

Currently, there are only four (4) licensed flower laboratories in New York, and new retail stores opening could present a considerable bottleneck in the supply chain!

License Fee

• License application fees are $1,000 for all types of Adult-Use and Cooperative Licenses.
• License application fees for ROD and ROND licenses are $10,000.
• License expires (2) years after the issue date.
• License renewal fees are equal to the original license fee (This is not always the case.)

Things To Know For Your Laboratory License Application

To apply for a license, you complete the application process, which includes submitting the following documents:

• Must be at least 21+ years of age
• You must not have any disqualifying criminal convictions
• Must be a resident of New York
• Business Plan is required
• You are the leaseholder or owner of the property-zoned location
• Bank Statement
• Driver’s License or Supplementary Identification Form

If... Then...

•  If the applicant qualifies as a social and economic equity applicant, then they will qualify for a 50% reduction, waiver or deferred fee.

What Happens After I Submit My Laboratory License Application To The OCM?

After the submission of your Adult-Use Processor License, the OCM will review it and may request additional documents or information. You will be issued a license from the OCM to operate in New York upon approval.

Approved Laboratory and Analytical Testing License Activities

• Possess and alter the physical properties of flowers. (For testing purposes.)
• Possess and alter chemical properties of flowers. (For testing purposes.)
• Test for chemical contaminants.
• Test for microbial contaminants.
• Test for dissolution.
• Test for disintegration.
• Test for sterility.
• Test for stability (i.e., product shelf-life)
• Ensuring all products are meeting New York State Control Board regulated quality standards.

Here’s How CannDelta Can Assist And Expedite The Licensing Application Process 

• Submit Licensing Applications (Commercial Production Included)
• Submit State-Regulated Permit Applications (Commercial Production Included)
• Site Suitability (Zoning And Leases)
• Site Audits
• Site Inspections
• Regulatory Due Diligence
• Business Plans And Market Research