Heavy Metals Testing
Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic & Mercury Detection
Purpose & Risk
Heavy metals are toxic elements that can accumulate in cannabis plants from contaminated soil, water, or fertilizers. These metals pose serious health risks due to their bioaccumulative nature.
- •Lead
- •Cadmium
- •Arsenic
- •Mercury
Testing Method
ICP-MS Technology
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) provides ultra-sensitive detection down to 1 part per billion (ppb), ensuring even trace amounts are identified.
Microbial Contaminants
Pathogen & Bacteria Screening
Purpose & Risk
Microbial contamination can occur during cultivation, processing, or storage. These pathogens pose serious health risks, especially for immunocompromised patients.
- •Salmonella
- •E. coli
- •Aspergillus
- •Other pathogens
Detection Method
PCR with Enrichment
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technology with enrichment broth provides highly sensitive and specific pathogen detection, identifying even low-level contamination.
Residual Solvents
Volatile Chemical Detection
Definition & Risk
Residual solvents are organic volatile chemicals left behind from extraction and manufacturing processes. These compounds are classified by toxicity levels.
- •Category 1: Known carcinogens (benzene, carbon tetrachloride)
- •Category 2: Neurotoxic compounds (hexane, toluene)
Testing Method
Headspace GC/MS
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry with headspace sampling identifies and quantifies volatile residues with exceptional accuracy.
Pesticides
70+ Compound Screening
Definition & Risk
Pesticides used in cultivation can persist in final products, posing significant health risks including neurological damage, endocrine disruption, and cancer.
- •Organophosphates
- •Pyrethroids
- •Carbamates
Testing Method
LC-MS/MS & GC-MS/MS
Dual technology approach using Liquid and Gas Chromatography with tandem Mass Spectrometry for comprehensive pesticide detection.
Cannabinoids & THC Potency
Comprehensive Cannabinoid Profiling
Importance
Accurate cannabinoid profiling ensures product consistency, proper dosing, and helps consumers understand therapeutic effects.
- •THC/THCA
- •CBD/CBDA
- •CBG/CBN
- •THCV/CBC
Testing Method
HPLC Analysis
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography provides precise quantification of all major and minor cannabinoids without heat degradation.
Terpene Profile
Flavor & Effect Compounds
Why Test Terpenes
Terpenes contribute to flavor, aroma, and the entourage effect. Understanding terpene profiles helps predict effects and market products effectively.
- •Myrcene
- •Limonene
- •Pinene
- •Linalool
Testing Method
GC-FID/MS Analysis
Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization Detection and Mass Spectrometry provides comprehensive terpene identification and quantification.
Shelf Life & Stability Testing
Product Longevity Analysis
Purpose
Stability testing ensures product safety, efficacy, and compliance throughout the intended shelf life. We simulate aging through real-time and accelerated conditions.
Testing Options
3-Month Shelf Life
- • 10-day accelerated testing
- • 90-day real-time validation
- • 9 sample points
12-Month Shelf Life
- • 40-day accelerated testing
- • 365-day real-time validation
- • 15 sample points
24-Month Shelf Life
- • 79-day accelerated testing
- • Extended validation available
- • Comprehensive analysis
36-Month Shelf Life
- • 119-day accelerated testing
- • Long-term stability data
- • Full compliance package
What We Monitor
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