Fact Checked by Doctor NameWhat is Quality Control?
Quality control refers to the protocols and standards used by cannabis cultivators, processors, and testing labs to ensure product safety, consistency, and accuracy in labeling.
For both medical cannabis patients who need consistent dosing and recreational consumers who expect safety, comprehensive quality control is essential.
Cultivators carefully monitor growing conditions and examine buds to avoid mold and other contaminants.
Processors test samples during extraction and formulation to verify potency and purity.
Independent labs use advanced analytical testing to confirm cannabinoid levels match packaging as well as screen for microbes, pesticides, heavy metals and other contaminants.
Rigorous quality control requires investment in equipment and staff training but protects public health and builds customer trust.
