Cannabis Testing

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Cannabis quality testing is mandated in all regions around the world where legalization took place. We offer the most comprehensive selection of analytical & microbial tools to promote safety and efficacy of cannabis products. From sample prep and chromatography columns to certified reference materials, water purification systems, and hygiene monitoring we offer solutions for your end-to-end cannabis testing workflow.

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As your partner in analytical testing, we've made step-by-step guides available for your cannabis workflow.

Analysis of 17 Cannabinoids in Hemp and Cannabis
HPLC separation of 17 important cannabinoids including CBD, delta 9 THC and THCA. Read the application note
Complete Workflow for Comprehensive Cannabis Terpenes Analysis
Complete workflow for the comprehensive analysis of terpenes in cannabis
ICP-MS Analysis of Heavy Metals in Cannabis Sativa
Ensure the safety of cannabis and hemp products by testing for heavy metal contamination using ICP-MS and state specific reference material mixes
Optimizing for High Throughput Analysis of Cannabinoids in a Variety of Matrices Using Ascentis® Express C18 Column
A complete workflow for the HPLC separation of 17 cannabinoids in different cannabis products using Ascentis® Express C18 Column in a shorter run time with retention time stability. Learn more here.
Determination of Water in Cannabis & Hemp by Karl Fischer Titration
The article describes Karl Fischer titration (coulometry with oven and direct volumetric titration with external extraction) in comparison to the loss on drying method for accurate determination of water content in hemp samples.

Cannabis Testing Workflows

Sample Homogenization

Sample Preparation

Standardization & Calibration

Testing & Analysis

Cannabis Testing: Chromatography & Analysis

Highlights

Analytix Reporter Cannabis Edition

Compendium dedicated to cannabis testing for potency, cannabinoid, moisture analysis, terpenes, pesticides & heavy metals

Cannabis Labs Virtual Conference

On demand Webinar- AOAC International Microbial Requirements for Cannabis Testing

Analytix Reporter Issue 12

Karl Fischer determination of Water in Cannabis & Hemp

Cannabis Workflow Application Guide

74-page application guide on topics such as potency, terpenes, pesticides, mycotoxins & moisture analysis

Related Applications

Solid Phase Extraction (SPE)

Solid phase extraction (SPE) is a technique used for rapid, selective sample preparation and purification prior to chromatographic analysis (e.g. HPLC, GC, TLC). SPE is used to exchange sample matrices, concentrate analytes, and remove interferences and contaminants to improve data and protect the analytical column.

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Gas chromatography is a common analytic technique used to separate and analyze volatile compounds in the gas phase. GC is applied in many industries for quality control, and to identify and/or quantify compounds in a mixture.

Mass Spectrometry

Mass spectrometry (MS) is an analytical tool used to identify compounds, determine chemical structure, and assess isotopic abundance. In MS, samples are ionized, and the resulting ions are identified based on their mass-to-charge (m/z) ratios.

Atomic Spectroscopy

Atomic spectroscopy uses the energy absorbed or emitted by electrons to identify and quantify the elemental composition of a sample. It includes various analytical techniques, such as AAS, AES, FAA, GFAA, ICP-OES, ICP-MS and XRF.

Pathogen & Spoilage Testing

Pathogen testing detects pathogenic organisms that can cause disease in humans and is usually accompanied by indicator organism testing. Microbial spoilage testing is used for the detection of microorganisms that cause goods to deteriorate.

Cannabinoid Profiling and Potency Testing of Cannabis and Cannabis Products

Cannabis potency testing detects and measures the total content of cannabinoids (THC, CBD, and others) in a sample by using analytical techniques, such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled to UV or MS detector and/or GC paired with FID/MS.

Pesticides and Mycotoxins in Cannabis and Hemp

The increased use of cannabis plants for therapeutic needs has led to stringent quality testing to ensure product safety. Analysis of cannabis & hemp for residual pesticides and mycotoxins is routinely performed using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS to meet regulatory requirements.

Terpenes in Cannabis: Profile and Importance

Comprehensive analytical characterization of terpene profile in cannabis and hemp products using GC-MS based workflow helps promote health and safety of cannabis producers and consumers while meeting the legal requirements.

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HPLC Columns

Our wide selection of HPLC columns for small and large molecule analysis allows you to enhance the separation process in terms of retention, resolution, selectivity, and analysis time, all while reducing the time for method development.

GC Columns, Accessories & Adsorbents

Browse our gas chromatography (GC) units, columns, consumables, and accessories for your analytical GC applications to achieve high performance, maximum productivity, and superior detection sensitivity.

Cannabis Standards

We offer a complete portfolio of analytical standards and certified reference materials - promoting safe and effective Cannabis products to patients and consumers. We provide standards for analysis of terpenes, cannabinoids, pesticides, mycotoxins, heavy metals, and Cannabis potency testing.

Karl Fischer Standards

With Aquastar^® reagents and standards, the water content of solids, liquids, and gases can be determined effortlessly with a high degree of accuracy. Purchase our range of Aquastar® water standards for both volumetric and coulometric titrations.

Pesticide Standards

We offer a complete range of pesticide reference material standards with a variety of quality grades such as analytical standard grade (PESTANAL®), reference material or certified reference material (TraceCERT®) grade for food, environmental analyses.

Solvents

Browse through our comprehensive range of solvents offered under three portfolio brands for your various applications: Supelco® for analytical methods, Sigma-Aldrich® for classic research and production, and SAFC® for biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical applications. Order online.

Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and QuEChERS

Explore our broad selection of cartridges, glass tubes, 96-well plates, QuEChERS tubes, online SPE, vacuum manifolds, and other materials for your different solid phase extraction (SPE) and QUECHERS based sample preparation needs.

Quality Indicator Testing Devices

Quality indicator organisms assess the overall hygienic conditions of a product and its manufacturing process. Learn about alternative culture media methods that allow for rapid and convenient testing of indicator organisms.