Business Description

Overview CV Sciences, Inc. (“CV Sciences,” the “Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) is a consumer wellness company specializing in nutraceuticals and plant-based foods. Our hemp extracts and other proven, science-backed, natural ingredients and products are sold through a range of sales channels from business-to-business (“B2B”) to business-to-consumer (“B2C”). Our +PlusCBD™ branded products are sold at select retail locations throughout the U.S. and are the top-selling brands of hemp extracts in the natural products market, according to SPINS, the leading provider of syndicated data and insights for the natural, organic and specialty products industry. With a commitment to science, +PlusCBD™ product benefits in healthy people are supported by human clinical research data, in addition to three published clinical case studies available on PubMed.gov. +PlusCBD™ was the first hemp extract supplement brand to invest in the scientific evidence necessary to receive self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe ("GRAS") status. On December 7, 2023, we entered into a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement, pursuant to which we purchased all of the outstanding equity interests in Cultured Foods Sp. z.o.o. (“Cultured Foods”), resulting in Cultured Foods becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. Cultured Foods is a leading European manufacturer and distributor of plant-based protein products. In January 2025, we launched Lunar Fox™, a brand that is focused on distribution of plant-based products in the U.S. market. Our Cultured Foods™ and Lunar Fox™ brands provide a variety of 100% plant-based food products. Committed to crafting nutritious and flavorful alternatives, Cultured Foods™ and Lunar Fox™ cater to individuals seeking vegan, gluten-free, or flexitarian options for a nutritious and satisfying culinary experience. In May 2024, we acquired all outstanding membership interests of Elevated Softgels, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Elevated Softgels”). Elevated Softgels is a leading manufacturer of encapsulated softgels and tinctures for the supplement and nutrition industry, based in Colorado. In August 2024, we engaged Maxim Group, LLC (“Maxim”) as a non-exclusive financial advisor and investment banker to provide strategic financial advisory and investment banking services. Working with Maxim, the Company intends to continue building an efficient and cost effective consumer products platform. We also intend to continue to evaluate inbound and outbound merger, sale, acquisition or other opportunities for the Company. We also have a dormant drug development program focused on developing and commercializing CBD-based novel therapeutics, which may be pursued further, subject to available capital. Our primary offices and facilities are located in San Diego, California; Grand Junction, Colorado; and Warsaw, Poland. Our common stock is traded on the OTC:QB market under the trading symbol CVSI. Current Operations We currently manufacture and distribute more than 50 products across our four brands. We continuously evaluate new products to develop, introduce and market, as well as making improvements to our existing products. We develop, manufacture, market and sell herbal supplements, CBD products and plant-based food products under the following brands: +PlusCBD™, +PlusHLTH™, Cultured Foods™, and Lunar Fox™ in the healthcare market sector, including nutraceutical, beauty care, specialty foods, and pet products. • +PlusCBD™ - Our award-winning line of products available in softgel, tinctures, topicals, and gummies. It was our first brand to market, released in 2014, and is the top-selling brand of hemp-derived CBD in the natural product retail market. +PlusCBD™ is backed by published research, third party safety testing, and rigorous quality standards. In addition, products under our +PlusCBD™ Pet brand offer all the hemp extract benefits offered by +PlusCBD™ for human use, but they are formulated just for cats and dogs. +PlusCBD™ Pet provides physical and emotional support to help address the stress and physical discomfort keeping pets from being 1 Table of Contents their best. Available in easy to use chews and liquids, with several flavor options including beef, and chicken. • +PlusHLTH™ - During 2024, we launched a new line of cannabinoid-free supplements delivering targeted formulations for optimized health, improved performance and increased vitality.…