Establishes a regulated retail environment for wellness and alternative products in South Carolina.

The Apothecary Retailer Act creates a controlled retail environment for the sale of wellness and alternative products, including hemp-derived cannabinoid products, smoking cessation products, and wellness beverages. It mandates that these products be sold through licensed apothecary retailers, who must implement age-verification procedures and maintain strict sales restrictions. Violations by retailers can result in license suspension, revocation, or civil penalties. The Department of Revenue is tasked with issuing licenses and enforcing regulations.

Establishes a regulated retail environment for wellness and alternative products in South Carolina.

The Apothecary Retailer Act creates a controlled retail environment for the sale of wellness and alternative products, including hemp-derived cannabinoid products, smoking cessation products, and wellness beverages. It mandates that these products be sold through licensed apothecary retailers, who must implement age-verification procedures and maintain strict sales restrictions. Violations by retailers can result in license suspension, revocation, or civil penalties. The Department of Revenue is tasked with issuing licenses and enforcing regulations.