How to Read a THC-P Lab Report

THC-P is a cannabinoid that’s coming to the hemp market soon, offering a nonintoxicating form of THC that works closely with the nervous system.  And, like all hemp products, THC-P products must be third-party-tested before they can be marketed and sold.

So, while we wait for the cannabinoid to appear on the market, let’s talk about how to read those reports, as they tell you a lot of information that you need to know about the safety, purity, quality, and authenticity of the THC-P product.

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Why Third-Party Testing Matters

Lab-testing is a must for any company that sells hemp products.  In fact, it’s required by law.  Federal law states that all hemp-derived products are only permitted to contain up to 0.3% delta 9 THC, and the only way for a company to prove that this is the case is by submitting batches of their hemp extracts to an unbiased, state-licensed third-party testing facility, where it’s extensively analyzed.

Lab-testing doesn’t just confirm that a product is compliant with the law.  It looks many factors involving the THC-P distillate, including its purity, and whether or not it’s been contaminated, to prove that it’s safe for human consumption.  A company can swear that they offer the purest, safest THC-P possible, but the reality is that you can never know for sure without looking at the lab report.  And, if a company isn’t making their lab reports accessible to customers, that’s a big dealbreaker, since it usually means that there’s something about the company’s THCp that they don’t want you to know.

Where is the Lab Report?

Every company that makes THCp products should make their third-party lab reports readily accessible through their website.  Usually, this is going to be in one of two places: either on the product page or on a separate page where each lab report is listed together.  Every THC-P product should have its own individual lab report, so that you can find the specific product you plan to buy.

In the event that you can’t find a lab report on a company’s website, you can always contact the company and ask for access to them.  Keep in mind that some companies require that you scan a QR code on the physical product’s label to access the corresponding lab report.

Confirming a Lab Report’s Authenticity 

Unfortunately, there are companies out there that fake their lab reports.  This can mean making a fake document altogether, or modifying/editing an existing, authentic one to change the information on it.  But, fortunately, all lab reports can be sourced back to the laboratory.

All lab reports should contain the name of the laboratory somewhere, along with a reference number.  To authenticate a lab report, first you’ll want to look up the name of the lab, to make sure that it’s a real laboratory.  If you want extra assurance, you can contact the lab and give them the reference number to make sure that the report is authentic.

What You Should Be Looking for in a Lab Report 

One of the first parts of a lab report’s breakdown is the purity of the THC-P distillate, and how much THC-p is in the product.  The distillate’s purity level matters because it tells you how much of the distillate is actually made up of the cannabinoid.  You’ll never find a 100% pure cannabinoid distillate, since the nature of the distillation process does not allow this to be physically possible, but you should see something around the 90% mark.

You’ll also see a section that tells you whether or not the product is legally compliant, as it will state the amount of delta 9 THC in the product, which should not exceed 0.3%.

Can the Product Type Make a Difference?

Each product type’s lab report will be unique in some way, because each product type has its own specific formulation, which affects what shows up on the report.  So, let’s go into a little more detail, by breaking down what each THC-P product type’s lab report will look like.

• THC-P Vapes: Vape oils, whether they’re in cartridges or disposables, should contain 100% pure hemp compounds, with no other ingredients present in the formula.  So, the percentage of THCp should be very high – about 85-95% of the whole formula.  And, the number of milligrams should be somewhere between 850-950mg for every 1 gram of vape oil.  The amount that’s left should be terpenes.
• THC-P Edibles: Unlike vapes, edibles are not made up of 100% pure hemp – after all, they contain a lot of ingredients by default.  The number of milligrams of THCp reported on the lab sheet should match the amount that’s being advertised by the company.  For example, if you have THCP gummies that say they contain 25mg per piece, the lab report should show 25mg of THC-P.
• THC-P Tinctures: A tincture’s lab report should reflect the total amount of milligrams of THC-p advertised on the product’s label, since tinctures only contain THC-p distillate and a carrier oil (and sometimes flavoring).
• THC-P Flower: THC-P flower lab reports should give you the percentage of distillate that has been infused into the flower.  And otherwise, the flower should appear full spectrum, with a high amount of CBD, as is inherent with hemp flower buds.
• THC-P Concentrates/Dabs: THCp dabs/concentrates should look a lot like flower, since ultimately, these products are the result of concentrating THCp flower.  Only, the THCp percentage should be a lot higher.

That THC-P Lab Report Matters a Lot More Than You Might Think 

Overall, you shouldn’t ever buy any hemp product without first looking carefully through the lab report.  Otherwise, you’ll never really know if you’re actually buying a fake or low-quality product.  Binoid’s third-party lab reports are easy to find on our website, and show off the superior purity and quality levels that we’re proud to maintain for our customers.

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