What is Pre-run?
Pre-run refers to the initial oil extract from cannabis plants before full purification.
It is the raw product collected after the initial solvent extraction process but before any winterization, dewaxing, or distillation to remove impurities.
Pre-run oil tends to be darker in color and contains more plant lipids, waxes, and residual solvents compared to fully refined oils. It has a thicker, more viscous consistency than purified cannabis oils.
A pre-run extract can be further processed into various concentrates like shatter, budder, or vape cartridges after removing impurities through vacuum oven purging, filtration, and other techniques.
While not ideal for direct consumption, pre-run oil contains valuable cannabinoids and terpenes extracted from the plant. With proper processing, these compounds can be isolated into high-quality marijuana products.