Exemptions
N.D. Cent. Code § 4.1-40.1-06
in effect4.1-40.1-06. Exemptions
1. When clearly and conspicuously identified on a label, soil amending materials under
this subsection are exempt, which include:
a. Hay;
b. Straw;
c. Peat;
d. Leaf mold;
e. Sand;
f. Perlite;
g. Vermiculite;
h. Gypsum; and
i. Vermicompost.
2. Instead of a statement of composition as required in this chapter, the label of the
following soil amendments when clearly and conspicuously identified on the label must
include an ingredient statement, unless specific beneficial substance claims are made:
a. Compost;
b. Garden soil;
c. Landscaping soil or topsoil;
d. Mulch or wood products;
e. Planting mix;
f. Potting mix; and
g. Soilless growing media.
3. The commissioner may exempt soil amendments and other products under this
chapter.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t04-1c40-1.pdf#nameddest=4p1-40p1-06Fetched: 10/16/2026