E. Coli, Salmonella Found in Weed From Illegal NYC Dispensaries

About 40% of cannabis products purchased from 20 illicit stores in New York City were found to contain harmful contaminants such as E. coli, lead and salmonella, according to a report commissioned by the New York Medical Cannabis Industry Association.

One of the products purchased also included double the amount of advertised THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.

All of the items tested also failed the state’s proposed branding regulations, with many including images of copyrighted food brands — such as Rice Krispies treats — that could be mistakenly confused with the real product, posing a particular threat to children, according to the ...