Help/Assistance

For assistance information and materials please visit https://agr.wa.gov/departments/food-safety/food-safety/marijuana-infused-edibles.

Helpdesk phone:

(360) 902-1876

Subject matter expert contact information:

(360) 902-1876

foodsafety@agr.wa.gov

Cannabis Infused Edibles

(MIE Processor)
Description/Purpose

The MIE Processor license with the WSDA Food Safety Program, when combined with Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board marijuana licensing, allows firms to produce marijuana infused edible food products for wholesale sales.

Triggers and activities which would require this entry

The MIE Processor specialty license with the WSDA Food Safety Program is required when a firm wants to produce and sell wholesale edible products that contain cannabis (marijuana, hemp) ingredients.

Explanation/Description of costs/fees, including statutory, regulatory, or other legal authority for fees

$895 plus any Business Licensing Service fees that may apply

Application Information

The application is called 'Marijuana Infused Edibles Processor' is online and can be accessed at https://dor.wa.gov/manage-business/state-endorsements/marijuana.

Applicants will need to possess a business license, a Marijuana Processor license with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) — issued through Business Licensing Service, and be approved by WSLCB to add marijuana infused edibles to their Marijuana Processor operating plan.

After application for the MIE Processor license is made, the firm will work with the WSDA Food Safety Program for inspection and approvals, and then return to the WSLCB for final approvals.

The application is submitted with the Business Licensing Service at https://dor.wa.gov/manage-business/state-endorsements/marijuana.

Applications with check or money order payable to Department of Revenue may be mailed to:

   State of Washington
   Business Licensing Service
   PO Box 9034
   Olympia, WA 98507-9034

MIE Processor license is good for one year, and may be prorated at times when the duration is less than a year to align license renewal dates with other licenses.

Upon notice by the Department of Agriculture to deny, revoke, or suspend a license, a person may request a hearing under Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedures Act.

Legal authority
Contacts
Washington State Department of Agriculture
Food Safety Program
1111 Washington Street SE
Olympia WA 98504
Email: foodsafety@agr.wa.gov
Website: http://agr.wa.gov
Telephone: (360) 902-1876
State of Washington
Business Licensing Service
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
* Credential details last updated 5/15/2025
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