Published: October 2025
Colorado — the OG of cannabis legalization — is shaking things up again. Yep, the state that started it all is rolling back the rules (pun totally intended) and hitting the reset button on cannabis packaging.
After years of steady progress, the regulators are back at it, tightening and tweaking how cannabis products can be labeled, stored, and sold. The biggest shocker? Many Colorado businesses will have to redo their packaging to stay compliant going into 2026.
So, what’s going on — and how can your business stay ahead instead of playing catch-up? Let’s unpack it.
Colorado Cranks It Up: What Changed
As of September 2025, Colorado’s cannabis industry got hit with two major updates:
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New Labeling & THC Rules – The state is introducing stronger requirements for clear potency labeling and total THC per package. Translation: your packaging needs room for bold, easy-to-read information that stands out (and follows the color-coded potency strip system).
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Eco-Friendly Compliance – Colorado’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) initiative means every brand now has to think about what happens after the product leaves the shelf. Packaging that can’t be recycled or reused will soon cost you extra in fees — and could even face bans down the line.
That’s a one-two punch: better labeling and greener materials. For some companies, that’s a nightmare.
For you? That’s where MSN Packaging comes in.
Meet the Packaging That’s Already Ahead of the Curve
At MSN Packaging, we’ve been preparing for this exact moment. Our products are designed with compliance, sustainability, and style baked in from day one.
Here’s how you can catch up — fast:
🧩 New Arrivals: Compliance-Ready and Eye-Catching
Our New Arrivals line includes fully compliant, child-resistant options that check every Colorado box:
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Tamper-evident seals for safety
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Opaque and resealable materials that meet MED visibility rules
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Plenty of label space for new THC info and “Use-By” dates
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And yes — recyclable, eco-friendly materials to keep you EPR-ready
🍬 Edibles Packaging That Pops (and Protects)
Colorado’s updated rules demand packaging that protects both the consumer and the product. Our Edibles Packaging Collection has you covered — literally. From stand-up pouches to CR tins, every container keeps your product fresh, compliant, and ready for inspection.
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Perfect for “Use-By” and THC-per-serving labeling
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Durable enough for moisture control and freshness testing
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Customizable for new compliance symbols or potency color strips
🔧 Accessories & Finishing Touches
Need to update your current look without a total overhaul? Check out our Accessories for labeling upgrades, tamper bands, and inserts. Small changes can make big compliance moves.
Rolling With the Changes
Let’s be real — no one likes redoing packaging. But Colorado’s 2025 rules aren’t just red tape. They’re part of a larger movement toward safer, greener, and more transparent cannabis. And brands that pivot now will look like leaders when the dust settles.
MSN Packaging is your partner for that next chapter:
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Child-resistant designs that exceed Colorado MED standards
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Eco-smart materials that lower your EPR costs
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Custom branding that keeps you compliant and market-ready
If you’re not sure where your packaging stands, reach out. We’ll walk you through what needs to change, what can stay, and which of our products can make the switch seamless.
Final Hit: Don’t Get Left Behind
Colorado’s new packaging landscape is no joke — and 2026 will separate the prepared from the panicked. But the fix is simple: switch to packaging that already meets tomorrow’s standards today.
Stay compliant. Stay creative. Stay ahead — with MSN Packaging.
👉 Explore our collections at www.msnpackaging.com