“Because of this change, selling CBD and hemp-derived products — online or in person — will no longer be permitted on Square’s platform,” the email said. The platform’s new prohibition on hemp products comes amid a growing push in Congress to delay, alter or reverse the forthcoming ban on hemp products. Read the full CBD and hemp products email from Square below:Subject: [Action required] Important update about your Square account and CBD productsWe’re reaching out with an important update about a federal law change that affects businesses selling CBD and hemp-derived products. What’s changingA new federal law takes effect on November 12, 2026 that redefines which hemp and hemp-derived products are legal. Because of this change, selling CBD and hemp-derived products — online or in person — will no longer be permitted on Square’s platform.