CV Sciences is a consumer wellness company focused on nutraceuticals and plant-based nutrition with hemp extracts and CBD.
OWNERSHIP:
Cultured Foods is based in Poland and produces and sells plant-based products in over 15 different European countries.
FACILITIES:
The company has a 45,500 sq ft production and warehouse facility in San Diego.
NEWS & PARTNERSHIPS:
2017
The company was named as one of North America’s fastest growing companies from fiscal year 2013 to 2016 in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500. During this period, the company grew 403%.
2019
PlusCBD partnered with Cam McCaul to be the brand’s ambassador where he participated in events, videos and social media content creation for CV Sciences’ use throughout the year of 2019 from when announced, September 11th of 2019, in advertising, promotional activities and event marketing.
The company announced a distribution partnership with Southeastern Grocers where PlusCBD products are to be sold at 115 Winn-Dixie Stores in Florida and 37 BI-LO Stores in South Carolina.
The company announced a distribution partnership with Southeastern Grocers where PlusCBD products are to be sold at 115 Winn-Dixie Stores in Florida and 37 BI-LO Stores in South Carolina.
The company announced a distribution agreement with Harris Teeter opening up to products being sold in 150 of their stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Florida and Maryland.
The company announced a distribution agreement which was later expanded with The Vitamin Shoppe where the brand’s products will be sold at 515 Vitamin Shoppe retail stores.
The company expanded the distribution agreement with Kroger, with the deal now involving 1,350 Kroger stores.
The company welcomed Steve Smith Sr. and Johnathan Stewart to the team.
2020
2 research studies came out demonstrating the safety and health benefits of PlusCBD products. The studies were published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements.
The company was selected by the Farmers Insurance Open to be the official CBD partner and Presenting Sponsor. The company hosted a booth nearby the tournament where tournament attendees were able to sample PlusCBD products while learning more about the benefits of the plant.
The company launched its PlusCBD Pet, a line with hemp extracts formulated for dogs and cats.
The company received Nutritional Outlook’s 2020, Best of the Industry Awards, in the Retail brand/product category.
CV Sciences was the first to achieve Hemp Extract GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) in the United States. They have an asset-light business model with a focus on product development within CBD. The company established commercial operations in 2013 and launched its flagship brand +PlusCBD one year later. It has one of the largest distribution footprints in the industry with over 9,000 points of distribution in the United States.
A patent has been granted in United States, Canada, Australia, Germany, Great Britain, France, Spain, Netherlands, Italy and Japan for methods of treating smokeless tobacco addiction by administering pharmaceutical formulations containing CBD and nicotine. Corresponding patents have been applied for in additional markets.
The company launched CV Defense on their website as well as on Amazon.
2021
The company received NutraIngredients USA 2021 Product of the Year: Immune Support Award for its CV Defense product.
The company launched Calm containing 10 mg CBD melatonin, magnolia bark and lemon balm and Sleep which cointains 10 mg of CBD and melatonin, magnolia bark and lemon balm, two gummies supporting healthy stress responses and sleep cycles.
The company launched Pro CBD, products are available exclusively through health practitioners and comes in the form of roll-ons, liquids and softgels with products being non-GMO, gluten free, plant-based and vegan friendly.
The company formed a partnership with Alkemist Labs to support the National Institute of Standard and Technology’s cannabis quality assurance program to elp cannabis testing labs demonstrate and improve measurement capabilities and comparability. The company prepared and provided hemp oil samples for the distribution by NIST to laboratories participating in CannaQAP.
2022
The company signed a distribution agreement with GNC expanding the distribution to 770 GNC locations with +PlusCBD ingestible products.
2023
The company received its formal Certificate of Grant from the Japan Patent Office for its patent application 7216697 covering methods of treating smokeless tobacco addiction by administering pharmaceutical formulations containing CBD and nicotine.
The company acquired Cultured Foods.
2024
The company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Extract Labs, a GMP-certified and FDA-registered manufacturer and distributor of premium cannabinoid products such as gummies, topicals and tinctures which are sold to both businesses and consumers.
The company launched +PlusCBD Pet Hip and Joint Health Chews as well as +PlusCBD Pet Calming Care Chews.
The company acquired Elevated Softgels, a manufacturer of encapsulated softgels and tinctures for the supplement and nutrition industry.
The company launched +PLUSHLTH, a supplements brand without cannabinoids aimed at optimized health, improved performance and increased vitality, available nationwide at select retailers and online.
2025
The company launched fast-acting 2.5 mg THC Fizz Tablets under their Aura Collection of products. The vegan and gluten-free tablets can be added to any beverage to give it a lemon flavor.
The company launched Lunar Fox Food Co. offering 100% natural plant-based foods which are gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly, available for sale on their website as well as at select retailers.
The company announced the launch of Ignite, a full-spectrum performance formula designed for men aged 35+ seeking natural support for vitality, recovery and focus. It contains Tongkat Ali, Panax Ginseng as well as Tribulus Terrestris.
2026
The company announced the launch of Empowr, a plant-based protein and creatine powder for everyday adults looking to increase daily protein intake for overall wellness. It also contains LactoSpore which was created with a strain of Bacillus coagulans and can help to maintain digestive health, immunity and overall health.
The company announced the expansion of its +PlusHLTH supplement portfolio with additional formulations supporting cellular integrity, metabolism, cognitive health, cardiovascular wellness and movement:
Pulse: For cardiovascular health and circulation. Pulse supports heart health, circulation, and cellular energy, core drivers of overall vitality and performance. This advanced formula helps support efficient blood flow and energy production, promoting endurance, recovery, and long-term cardiovascular wellness.
Cerebral: For long-term brain health and performance. Cerebral is designed for cognitive performance, and long-term brain health by targeting key systems involved in focus and neurol resilience. This advanced formula helps reduce mental fatigue and promote clearer thinking over time.
Restore: For cellular energy and healthy aging. Restore supports cellular energy, repair, and resilience as you age. This advanced formula helps maintain efficiency at the cellular level, promoting recovery, vitality, and long-term performance so you can feel and function at your best.
Trinity: For muscle, nerve and whole body balance. Trinity restores optimal magnesium levels to support muscle function, nerve signaling, and cellular energy. This blend of three bioavailable forms helps promote recovery, relaxation, and full-body balance for overall performance and resilience.
Movement: For mobility and physical comfort. Movement is designed for physical comfort, mobility, and joint health so you can stay active without limitations. Powered by PEA, it helps reduce soreness, support joint function, and improve everyday wellbeing.
Regulate: For appetite control and satiety. Regulate supports natural satiety signals and appetite awareness so you can manage hunger and stay on track. Powered by OEA, it helps promote fullness, reduce overeating, and support consistent, balanced eating habits.
BRANDS:
+PlusCBD is the company’s flagship brand offering gummies and sleep gummies, CBD oil. CBD hemp stick, softgel capsules, CBD spray, CBD roll-on, CBD balm, pain-relief topicals and pet CBD oil. +ProCBD is a brand that offers higher concentration products.
CV Immunity Products
CV Defense: Bolster immune product without CBD. CV Defense is plant-based, includes a reishi mushroom extract, palmitoylethanolamide, D and A vitamins, selenium and zinc and the active ingredients are backed by hundreds of scientific studies for daily support of barrier immunity, innate immunity, and adaptive immunity.
CV Acute helps you build up your natural immunity and promotes an optimized immune response with the help of traditional Chinese medicine. This formula is also supported by hundreds of studies.