What Hemper does

HEMPER is a U.S.-based direct-to-consumer cannabis accessories and lifestyle brand, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of HARA Brands and headquartered in Hauppauge, New York. The company sells glass water pipes, hand pipes, dab rigs, e-rigs, rolling papers, pre-rolled cones, grinders, and related smoking accessories, with a distinctive go-to-market built around monthly themed subscription boxes (The HEMPER Box at $39.99/month and The HEMPER XL Box at $99.99/month) that pair limited-edition creative glass designs with curated accessory bundles. Its themed IP library (e.g., Ramen, Ghost, Scare Bears, Alley Cats, Mile High, Dia de los Muertos, Gaming Flower, Weedonald's) functions as the brand's primary differentiator versus generic online smoke shops and is increasingly being extended into adjacent product categories such as themed grinders and Puffco Peak attachments.

The business runs primarily on a Shopify e-commerce stack, with a subscription-recurring model layered on top of one-time a la carte purchases and a newly launched Green Pass loyalty program (1 point per $1 spent, redeemable at $0.05 per point). GTM combines product-led growth via themed boxes with social, content, Discord community engagement, affiliate marketing, and selective influencer collaborations (e.g., RIPNDIP x HEMPER). Distribution is overwhelmingly DTC through hemper.co with free U.S. shipping over $100, and the company has begun geographic expansion through an exclusive January 2026 distribution partnership with Buenos Aires-based Tabacalera Sarandí, which sells HEMPER products online and through Argentine retail. Total disclosed funding is approximately $11 million across a 2018 seed ($1M, Evolution VC Partners), 2018 Series A ($10M, Evolution VC Partners and Poseidon Asset Management co-led), and a 2022 Talent Resources Ventures follow-on; revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Hemper

Legal name

HEMPER

Website

https://hemper.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HEMPER is a U.S. direct-to-consumer cannabis accessories brand and subscription box company selling themed glass bongs, pipes, dab rigs, and smoking accessories through its Shopify storefront, the HEMPER Box and HEMPER XL Box subscriptions, and emerging international distribution partnerships serving adult smoking enthusiasts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smoking Accessories

NAICS

Tobacco, Electronic Cigarette, and Other Smoking Supplies Retailers (459991)

SIC

Retail-Misc General Merchandise Stores (5399)

akta.pro primary industry

Cannabis Accessories & Smoke Shops (Pipes, Papers, Grinders) (CRANAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Vape & Cartridge Accessories (Batteries, Chargers, Pods) (CRANAHAH)

Keywords

• Smoking accessories
• Glass water pipes
• Subscription boxes
• Rolling papers
• Dab rigs

Headquarters

HQ city

Hauppauge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Subscription Boxes: Monthly subscription boxes (The HEMPER Box at $39.99/month and The HEMPER XL Box at $99.99/month) featuring themed glass bongs and curated smoking accessories. Subscriptions provide recurring revenue with approximately 60% savings vs retail pricing. The model drives predictable recurring revenue and customer lifetime value.
2. Individual Product Sales: Direct e-commerce sales of individual smoking products including bongs, glass pipes, dab rigs, rolling papers, pre-rolled cones, and accessories. One-time purchase option available for subscription box contents.
3. Loyalty Program (Green Pass): Green Pass loyalty program where customers earn 1 point per $1 spent. Points convert to store credit at $0.05 per point, enabling repeat purchases and customer retention.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HEMPER is a direct-to-consumer online smoke shop selling cannabis and herb smoking accessories, including borosilicate glass bongs, hand pipes, dab rigs, e-rigs, rolling papers, pre-rolled cones, and themed accessories. Its flagship offering consists of two monthly subscription boxes (The HEMPER Box at $39.99/month and The HEMPER XL Box at $99.99/month) featuring limited-edition themed glass bongs paired with curated smoking accessories. The company complements subscriptions with a broad à la carte catalog of glassware, consumables, and accessories sold through its Shopify storefront.

Product overview

HEMPER is an online smoke shop and subscription box company offering a diverse portfolio of smoking products and accessories. The core offering centers on two subscription boxes: The HEMPER Box ($39.99/month) and The HEMPER XL Box ($99.99/month), both featuring monthly themed glass bongs with curated smoking accessories. These subscription products are complemented by an extensive a la carte catalog including glass water pipes (bongs), hand pipes, dab rigs, e-rigs, pre-rolled cones, rolling papers, herb grinders, and smoking accessories. HEMPER also sells themed collections (Ramen, Ghost, Scare Bears, Alley Cats, etc.) and branded accessories including HEMPER-designed Puffco Peak attachments. The company operates a loyalty program called Green Pass and sells products from third-party brands including PuffCo, RAW, GRAV, Storz & Bickel, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green Pass: Loyalty rewards program that offers points for purchases, with 1 point per $1 spent and 1 point = $0.05 in store credit.

Products and services

• The HEMPER Box Monthly themed subscription box priced at $39.99/month (subscription, ~60% off retail) or $99.99 one-time purchase, featuring a themed borosilicate glass bong with curated accessories including rolling papers, pre-rolled cones, filter tips, hemp wraps, and lighters. Targeted at adult consumers seeking novelty and recurring value.
• The HEMPER XL Box Premium monthly subscription box priced at $99.99/month (50% off retail) or $199.99 one-time purchase, including an XL themed bong plus hand pipe, banger, rolling tray, ash catcher, lighter, filter tips, hemp wick, cleaning supplies, quick hitters, cones, and hemp rolls. Multi-month prepaid plans available at reduced per-month pricing. Targeted at enthusiast adult consumers.
• HEMPER Theme Boxes Limited-edition themed smoking accessory boxes released as monthly drops or special collections. Each box is built around a unique theme or creative concept (Alley Cats, Scare Bears, Ghost, Ramen, Mile High, etc.), bundling themed glass pieces with smoking accessories, and many include exclusive items not sold individually.
• Bongs & Glass Water Pipes Catalog line of borosilicate glass water pipes including beaker bongs, recycler bongs, straight tube bongs, vase-style pieces, and mini bongs. Designed for water-filtered smoking sessions across multiple price points and experience levels, sold directly to adult consumers via the HEMPER storefront.
• HEMPER Theme Bongs Creatively designed themed glass water pipes originally released through monthly subscription boxes and now available for individual purchase. Each bong pairs novelty-inspired designs with functional borosilicate glass performance.
• Large Bongs Oversized glass water pipes designed for larger, smoother hits and enhanced smoke filtration, featuring increased chamber volume, advanced percolators, and high-capacity designs intended for group sessions and experienced users.
• Mini Bongs Compact glass water pipes designed for portability, discretion, and quick smoking sessions, delivering smooth filtration in a smaller, travel-friendly size.
• Bongs Under $100 Affordable glass water pipes priced under $100 featuring durable borosilicate glass, percolators, ice catchers, and diffused downstems, balancing performance, durability, and price.
• Hand Pipes Compact, portable smoking devices including spoon pipes, sherlock pipes, steamroller pipes, and dugout pipe systems, designed for quick sessions and everyday convenience with multiple airflow and design options.
• HEMPER Theme Pipes Uniquely designed smoking pieces inspired by creative concepts, pop culture styles, and collectible aesthetics, offered as novelty pipes with unique shapes and artistic elements.
• Bubblers Handheld smoking devices combining the portability of hand pipes with the smooth filtration of water pipes, delivering cleaner, cooler hits in an all-in-one glass bubbler design.
• Dab Rigs Glass oil rigs and dab rigs designed for smooth airflow and water-filtered concentrate consumption, including mini dab rigs, e-rigs, and various dab accessories.
• E-Rigs (Electric Dab Rigs) Battery-powered electronic dab rigs offering precise temperature control and torch-free concentrate vaporization in all-in-one devices designed for portability and consistent dabbing.
• Pre-Rolled Cones & Rolls Ready-to-fill smoking products including hemp cones, herbal cones, paper cones, glass tip cones, king size cones, mini cones, flavored cones, and rolls, designed for quick preparation, consistent burns, and convenient everyday use.
• Rolling Papers Wide range of rolling papers in various sizes, materials, and flavors for hand-rolling cigarettes and similar smoking products.
• Rolling Tips & Filters Filter tips and rolling tips designed to improve airflow, structure, and overall smoking experience when hand-rolling.
• Herb Grinders Herb grinders essential for breaking down dry herb evenly, expanded with themed grinder collections including premium 4-piece aluminum herb grinders that match HEMPER's popular glass designs.
• Smoking Accessories Comprehensive range of smoking essentials including rolling trays, grinders, lighters, ashtrays, storage containers, cleaning supplies, torches, odor eliminators, measuring scales, and vape parts and glass upgrades.
• HEMPER Puffco Peak Attachments HEMPER-designed attachments engineered to upgrade and customize Puffco Peak devices, including peak tops and accessories specifically designed for Puffco products.
• Green Pass Rewards Loyalty rewards program where members earn 1 point per $1 spent, redeemable at a 1 point = $0.05 store credit rate. Points are valid for one year from the date earned, encouraging repeat purchases across the storefront.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 34,000 positive customer reviews demonstrating customer satisfaction and scale
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Tabacalera SarandícoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 28 January 2026Exclusive distribution partnership with Buenos Aires-based Tabacalera Sarandí for HEMPER brand expansion into Argentina. Tabacalera Sarandí will distribute HEMPER products including hemp and paper rolls, cones, quick hitters, tips, and glass pieces online and through retail locations across Argentina. This partnership aligns with HARA Brands' strategy to enter high-demand global markets through regional distribution partners.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hemperco
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Hempertv
• Facebookfacebook.com/hemperco
• Instagraminstagram.com/hemperco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hemper

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors3 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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