California authorities seized more than 2.2 million pieces of fraudulent or forged cannabis packaging materials that they say were likely being used to circumvent the state’s legal cannabis requirements.

The packaging materials, according to California Gov’s Office, were marked with a forged state seal used to indicate that a cannabis product is licensed and legal for sale in California.

Officials said much of the packaging was branded as candy and other sweets that could target children, including Sweet Tarts and Twinkies.

Director of the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, said illegal packaging of cannabis products provides a “thin yet frightening veil of legitimacy for illicit operators,” and allows illegal cultivators to avoid state regulations and taxes.

The law enforcement operation took place in L.A.’s Toy District and targeted 11 stores where businesses were manufacturing and selling bulk packaging used in the illegal cannabis market.

Cannabis packaging should identify legitimate brands, use qualified materials, and be designed for child protection. Safecare Medical Co., Ltd. from China has conducted extensive research on cannabis packaging for many years, involving various cannabis packaging products: Pre roll joint tube, Glass tube, Glass concentrate container, glass jar, mylar bag, RX label, tin box,pet tube.