THC dosage

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis and hemp. Quantifying its content is essential to ensure that products comply with current regulations. In Europe, legislation sets the maximum THC content at 0.3% for products derived from industrial hemp. Therefore, THC testing is crucial for producers, formulators, and distributors to guarantee the compliance and safety of marketed products.

Analytical methods for the determination of THC

THC analysis relies on high-precision chromatography methods:

• GC-MS (gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry) to identify and quantify volatile cannabinoids.
• HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography), used to separate and measure different forms of cannabinoids, including Δ9-THC and Δ8-THC.
• LC-MS/MS (liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry), which ensures highly sensitive and specific detection, including in complex matrices.

These methods are comparable to those used for CBD and cannabinoid assays , which are key analyses for characterizing hemp extracts.

Industrial and regulatory applications

THC dosage applies to different sectors:

• Human food: verification of the conformity of oils, drinks, infusions, confectionery or supplements made from hemp.
• Nutraceuticals: quality control of formulations enriched with non-psychoactive cannabinoids such as CBD, guaranteeing that the regulatory threshold for THC is not exceeded.
• Cosmetics: securing creams, oils and body care products incorporating hemp extracts.
• Animal nutrition: verification of plant extracts intended for animal feed to comply with legal limits.

This analysis is essential to meet quality audits, regulatory controls and consumer expectations.

Matrices analyzed for THC quantification

YesWeLab supports THC analysis in a wide range of matrices: vegetable oils, hemp extracts, infusions, beverages, nutraceutical powders, capsules, cosmetics, and various formulations. Each matrix is ​​prepared according to a rigorous protocol to eliminate interference and ensure reliable results.

Quality and compliance issues

THC measurement helps address several critical issues:

• Compliance with legal thresholds (< 0.3% in Europe).
• Prevention of risks related to the presence of psychoactive substances.
• To ensure the safety and conformity of finished products.
• Promote the quality of hemp-based formulations to clients and consumers.

These issues are similar to those encountered in other regulated analyses such as pesticide or heavy metal testing , which also aim to secure the production chain and the marketing of products.

YesWeLab's expertise in THC dosage

YesWeLab collaborates with over 200 partner laboratories in France and Europe, accredited to ISO 17025 and COFRAC standards, specializing in the analysis of cannabinoids and plant extracts. Our experts select the most suitable method for your samples and needs: regulatory compliance, product development, quality certification, or export. Our digital platform allows you to easily manage your analyses: request quotes online, track your samples, and receive rapid results. Since 2020, numerous manufacturers, distributors, and research and development firms have entrusted us with their THC analyses to guarantee the compliance of their products.

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Do you want to test the THC content of your hemp extracts, supplements, cosmetics, or food? Entrust your samples to YesWeLab for precise, fast, and compliant testing. Request a quote online today.