Can I sell cannabis-related accessories on Shopify?

Shopify Discussion

Topic summary

Selling a cannabis-related accessory on Shopify is potentially allowed, but with key restrictions tied to payments and jurisdiction.

  • Shopify’s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) governs what’s permitted; staff confirm smoking products/accessories are generally allowed on the platform. However, Shopify Payments (Shopify’s in‑house payment gateway) does not support selling smoking products or accessories.
  • Merchants in this category typically need a compliant third‑party payment gateway. Availability and approval can vary by provider.
  • Other participants note some accessories (e.g., items commonly used for smoking) may be acceptable if intended for legal use, but emphasize carefully reviewing Shopify’s policies.
  • Regulations and enforcement can differ by location and by the specific nature of the product, so local legal compliance is critical.

Action items:

  • Review the Shopify AUP in detail.
  • Confirm local legal requirements for your product.
  • Vet and secure a third‑party payment gateway that supports cannabis‑adjacent accessories.

Status: No final determination for the specific product; outcome depends on product details, location, and payment processor approval.

Summarized with AI on December 30. AI used: gpt-5.
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Hey guys!

We are launching an accessory for cannabis.

It is not for smoking but closely related to cannabis.

Can I sell it using Shopify?

What are the exact restrictions towards these types of merchandise?

I found a few answers that exclude one another.

Please help.

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Hi @pedrrro

This is a great question and I can definitely understand your confusion on whether this is an acceptable product to sell on Shopify.

You can see our acceptable use policy, which includes the products you can’t sell on Shopify, here: Shopify Acceptable Use Policy.

Generally, smoking products and accessories are accepted on the platform but are not accepted on all payment gateways. For example, Shopify Payments (our in house payment gateway) does not allow the sale of smoking product or accessories. You will need to find a payment gateway that supports businesses like yours.

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While Shopify does allow the sale of certain cannabis-related accessories, it’s important to be aware of the restrictions. The guidelines can be a bit confusing, I agree. From what I’ve gathered, Shopify generally permits the sale of accessories like bongs, as long as they are intended for legal purposes. However, it’s always a good idea to thoroughly review Shopify’s specific policies to ensure you’re complying with their rules.

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It’s essential to thoroughly research Shopify’s policies regarding cannabis-related merchandise to ensure you’re compliant. These policies can vary depending on your location and the specific nature of your accessory.