Fact Checked by Doctor NamePull ‘n’ snap refers to a type of cannabis concentrate with a taffy-like consistency that can be stretched and pulled apart.
It gets its name from the way it can be handled – when pulled slowly, it stretches out before snapping back into place.
This texture falls between the stability of a glass-like shatter and the viscous malleability of a budder.
It is achieved through only partial removal of solvents and moisture from purified cannabis extracts.
What is pull ‘n’ snap?
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To get the ideal pull ‘n’ snap consistency, cannabis oils are extracted using a solvent like butane or supercritical CO2 to create a viscous crude oil containing THC, CBD, terpenes, and other components.
This pre-run extract is then placed in a vacuum oven and subjected to low heat over an extended period, causing some but not all of the residual solvents and moisture to evaporate.
The partial drying results in a concentrate that remains somewhat pliable but can become brittle when cooled.
Good pull ‘n’ snap will be cohesive and sticky enough to mold into a ball. When pulled slowly, it exhibits plasticity like taffy or chewing gum, easing into strings rather than cracking apart.
Allowed to sit at room temperature, it retains a stable, clay-like texture that is ideal for scraping, scooping, and handling.
This gives it versatility for use in vape cartridges, dabbing, or as an ingredient when making infused oils, edibles, topicals, and other marijuana products.
Pull ‘n’ snap vs. rosin.
While pull ‘n’ snap is made using solvent extraction, rosin is produced solely by heat and pressure. Rosin has a softer, more oily texture compared to the dense, drier consistency of quality pull ‘n’ snap.
Effects may also differ as rosin retains a broader spectrum of terpenes and cannabinoids. Both provide full-plant extracts ideal for recreational use or medical benefits.
