Let’s be honest: cannabis edibles are having a glow-up. We’re not just talking brownies anymore — we’re talking infused ice creams, cannabis butters, sauces, and cold-stored culinary creations that make even the munchiest stoner do a double-take.
But with great innovation comes… a mountain of new packaging rules. 🍪📜
As regulators tighten the screws in late 2025, brands that don’t get their packaging act together could find themselves stuck in compliance quicksand.
The good news? There’s a way to stay cool — literally — and stay compliant: FreezAbowl, MSN Packaging’s cold-storage compliant hero.
🧠 Regulatory Buzz: What’s Happening Right Now
1. 🌿 Ohio’s turning up the heat
In September, Ohio regulators dropped new packaging and labeling proposals that are poised to raise the national bar. Think:
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Universal THC symbols 🔶 on every package.
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Child-resistant containers mandatory before sale.
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Strict bans on kid-friendly designs (goodbye, cartoon gummies 👋).
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Limits on how much can be in a single container.
This is the kind of move that other states love to copy. So if you’re selling cold edibles — or planning to — now’s the time to lock down a packaging solution that’s bulletproof across jurisdictions.
2. 🚨 Recalls are getting real
Colorado had a massive cannabis product recall recently, and regulators made one thing clear: packaging isn’t just about pretty labels anymore. It’s about product integrity, tamper evidence, and storage safety. If your packaging cracks in the freezer or lets contaminants sneak in, you’re toast.
3. 🧪 The IICPS symbol is taking over
The International Intoxicating Cannabinoid Product Symbol (say that five times fast) is rolling out in more and more states. It’s becoming the de facto THC warning sign, and packaging has to leave space for it — no excuses. If your containers don’t have the real estate or flexibility for standardized graphics, regulators will be the ones laughing, not you.
🧊 Meet FreezAbowl: Cold-Storage Packaging That Actually Gets It
This is where a lot of brands trip up. They use generic containers that:
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🔸 Shatter in cold storage
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🔸 Fail child-resistance tests
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🔸 Don’t have tamper-evident features
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🔸 Aren’t designed with labeling compliance in mind
FreezAbowl fixes all of that in one clean swoop:
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❄️ Freezer & Fridge Safe — Tested down to –25 °C. No cracks, no warping, no panic calls from QA.
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🧒 Child-Resistant + Tamper-Evident — Designed to meet ASTM child-resistance standards and keep regulators off your back.
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🌱 100% Plant-Based & Compostable — Because sustainability isn’t a trend, it’s a compliance requirement in the making.
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🧾 Label-Friendly Design — Plenty of space for THC symbols, warnings, ingredients, and that expiration date nobody reads (but the state definitely does).
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🧠 Regulatory Ready — Built with state-by-state mandates in mind, so you don’t have to Frankenstein your packaging every time you expand.
👉 Explore FreezAbowl here and see why cold edibles brands are making the switch.
🛠️ The Compliance Cheat Sheet for Cold Edibles
If you’re diving into frozen or refrigerated THC products, here’s the short list of what your packaging must cover in 2025:
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✅ Child-resistant & tamper-evident
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✅ Opaque or non-appealing to kids
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✅ Space for the IICPS or THC symbol
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✅ Ingredient & allergen labeling
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✅ Expiration or use-by date (especially for perishable products)
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✅ Stable in cold storage
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✅ Flexible for multiple state rules
Miss any of these, and you’re playing regulatory roulette. 🌀
🧠 Pro Tip: Don’t Wait for Regulators to Catch You Slipping
Too many brands wait for an inspection or a recall to take packaging seriously. That’s like waiting to buckle your seatbelt until after the crash.
Cold-stored edibles are booming, and so is the scrutiny. Packaging isn’t a last-minute box to tick — it’s the backbone of your compliance strategy (and your product’s shelf life).
✨ Your Next Move
Want to stay chill and compliant?
👉 Head to www.msnpackaging.com to check out FreezAbowl, get spec sheets, or request samples. Whether you’re a startup whipping up your first batch of infused gelato or a multi-state operator expanding SKUs, we’ve got you covered.
Bottom line: 2025’s packaging landscape is changing fast. Don’t let your cold edibles melt under regulatory heat. Pick the container that’s built to keep up. Pick FreezAbowl. 🧊💪