App Notes

Laboratory analysis of various cannabis strains revealed a corelation between higher concentrations of sufur compounds and the "dankest" odors.

Implementing a comprehensive odor control plan is essential for cannabis operators to mitigate complaints, ensure regulatory compilance, and foster long term sustiability.

Discover the best tools and techniques for trimming cannabis, including the advantages and disadvantages of wet vs dry trimming.

Discover the best tools and techniques for trimming cannabis, including the advantages and disadvantages of machine vs. hand trimming.

This application note demonstrates membranes used priorly in ethanol now utilized for BHO extraction, achieving efficient dewaxing, decolorization, & enhancing purity.

Hemp and marijuana are becoming more popular because of legalisation in multiple countries. The increase of this market also increases the offer of products and therefore the need to monitor different components. One of these components are cannabinoids or just short potency analysis, which can be found in our portfolio of Cannabis applications (AN091,92,93,130). This application focusses on terpenes analysis.

CBDV, CBGA, THC-A and CBDA cannot be detected with FID or MS without extra sample preparation due to decarboxylation caused by the heat of the injector. The HPLC is a perfect instrument to measure these components since it does not use heat for the injection. Discover the advantage of this technique being able to analyse acidic cannabinoids without the lengthy sample preparation seen in GC methods.

Residual Solvents are organic volatile products that are often used for the extraction of CBD and THC from marijuana leaves. Unfortunately these Residual Solvents can cause health risks when after extraction these components are not removed accurately. Therefore it is important to monitor these components to asses the quality and safety of the product for safe consumption. This application note will help you to ensure safety of your cannabis products with our easy to follow steps on sample preparation, method conditions and validation.

Hemp and marijuana are becoming more popular because of legalisation in multiple countries. The increase of this market also increases the offer of products and therefore the need to monitor different components. One of these components are cannabinoids or just short potency analysis, which can be found in our portfolio of Cannabis applications (AN091,92,93,130). This application focusses on terpenes analysis using GC-SQMS, for Terpene analysis using GC-FID

Cannabis potency can be determined using a number of analytical techniques. In this application note we will describe a method using Gas Chromatography with a Flame Ionisation Detector (GC-FID). SCION also has application notes discussing other techniques such as HPLC (AN145) and GC-MS (AN142), these can be found on our website. Helium has been the standard carrier gas for GC applications however, due to recent global shortages many companies are keen to find alternatives.[3] This application note will give a comparison between different carrier gases showing the variation in results between the two alternatives to Helium; Hydrogen and Nitrogen.

Post ingestion, Δ 9 THC is metabolised into the inactive ingredient Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid ( THC COOH) Suspected drug drivers are often subjected to a screening test of cannabinoids in saliva A positive result must then be confirmed by the presence of Δ 9 THC in a blood sample by gas chromatography. Quantification of THCA can indicate long term use of the drug. Drug detection limits are set by government laws and vary from country to country The limits in the United Kingdom and Canada is 2 ng/mL whereas in France the limit is 1 ng/ mL

Unlock the power of precision in agricultural microbiology with Spex®! Dive into this groundbreaking series of Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) kits, meticulously designed to revolutionize microorganism analysis in agricultural products. Elevate your research, ensure product safety, and explore new frontiers in agriculture. Embrace the future of precision with Spex®

Explore the key to safer hemp products! Dive into a technical note where experts meticulously analyzed legal hemp products for heavy metal contamination. Discover groundbreaking methods developed using hemp as a model to ensure product safety and compliance with regulations. Elevate your understanding of product testing and safeguard consumer health. Don't miss out on this crucial insight—explore the technical note now!

Ready to unlock the aromatic world of cannabis terpenes? Download this comprehensive infographic now! Quickly pinpoint terpenes with citrus notes or discover those renowned for their anti-anxiety properties. With this detailed guide, you'll gain invaluable insights into common cannabis terpenes and their unique characteristics. Don't miss out on this essential resource—download the full infographic and elevate your cannabis knowledge today!

Uncover the secrets behind scent and flavor in botanicals! Delve into this technical note to explore the fascinating world of chemical compounds and neural pathways that shape taste perception. Gain insights into how these compounds journey through facial and major nerves to create rich sensory experiences. Elevate your understanding, enhance your product development, and unlock the full potential of botanicals. Dive deeper into the science—explore the technical note today!

Discover the blueprint for precision in cannabis sampling and processing methods! Dive into this technical note to uncover the rationale behind sampling, processing, grinding, extraction, and testing of similar products, and how it serves as a guiding roadmap for the cannabis industry. Elevate your understanding, ensure quality control, and pave the way for excellence in cannabis production. Don't miss out on this essential knowledge—explore the sampling process today!

This application note demonstrates how a commercial cultivator uses PathoSEEK qPCR Assays and tissue culture to eliminate crop losses to Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd).

The issue of potency inflation is currently common in the press. Everyone thinks that cannabis labs cannot be trusted due to overt cheating. Although a few bad actors certainly can, and do, cheat the system, most inter-laboratory variability can be caused by perfectly legal means leaving regulators very little actions to correct.

Josh Smith, Director of Operations at Therapeutic Health Choice, shares his thoughts on the ideal cannabis microbiology workflow. This interview will cover the benefits of a culture media-based screening process that utilizes MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for confirmation of suspected pathogens.

Running a rotavap efficiently, and completing the evaporation effectively, is all about balancing the rate of evaporation with the rate of condensation.

Dr. James Wylde from Greenlight Analytical introduces the Harvest IQ; a novel testing tool that gives growers comprehensive information to help them consistently grow high quality, high revenue cannabis. Dr. Wylde will discuss the benefits; ranging from the ease of use which requires no sample prep, no reagents, and in minutes can measure the complete chemical profile of cannabis plants, including cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids; as well as residual pesticides, fertilizers, and antifungal agents; simultaneously. The AI driven output, easily understood without needing specialized skills, will give growers actionable information they can use to grow consistent, high quality, terpene rich products.

Trevor VanTimmeren, Business Development Specialist at Thomas Scientific, offers tips for leveraging vendor consolidation.

This application note outlines a QuEChERS method for the simultaneous analysis of cannabis for 67 pesticides and 5 mycotoxins residues in cannabis flower.

Lipid-based SENDS effectively incorporates insoluble actives like CBD into different dosage forms through the oil-in-water emulsion, enhancing bioavailability.