You might have heard of HHC (hexahydrocannabinol) showing up in vapes, gummies, and herbal mixes. It can feel a bit like cannabis, but because it's unregulated the strength and risks Malta has officially banned the sale and distribution of HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol), a synthetic cannabinoid marketed as a legal alternative to THC. HHC emerged recently, exploiting legal loopholes, and posing significant risks to Preliminary pharmacokinetic and psychophysical investigations after controlled oral and inhalative consumption of hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) Scientific Reports HHC now illegal in Ireland: What Employers need to know Randox Testing Services HHC Vape Effects: Effects, Risks & Legal Alternative 2026 Evidence update on the cancer risk of vaping e cigarettes: A systematic review