Fact Checked by Doctor NameWith the legalization of cannabis, verifying the quality and contents of cannabis products is more important than ever.
This is where certificates of analysis come in – lab reports that detail the chemical makeup of cannabis products. Let’s look at what exactly COAs tell us.
What is a Certificate of Analysis?
Laboratory reports include THC, terpenes, and other cannabis product components in COAs. COAs detect THC, CBD, CBN, and other potent cannabinoids.
Tests for mould, pesticides, solvents, heavy metals, etc. For concentrates and extracts, potency and residual solvents are COA.
COAs are prepared by accredited marijuana testing labs. They help ensure the safety and quality of cannabis products and that labels accurately reflect contents.
Consumers can ask brands for copies of COAs for the products they purchase. Each batch of product will have its own COA.
State cannabis regulatory agencies also review COAs from producers as part of compliance monitoring.
By providing complete transparency into what is in a cannabis product, certificates of analysis empower consumers to make informed decisions and have confidence in what they are buying.
