Terpenes
Analyzing cannabis terpene profiles have become increasingly popular as they provide valuable insight into aroma, flavor and physiological benefits. Terpenes affect receptors in the brain, in addition to THC, that have shown to be of therapeutic benefit when the appropriate strain is administered for a specific ailment. Identifying terpene profiles provides prized information from cultivators to consumers, ensuring the desired profile is acquired.
What are Terpenes?
Terpenes are pungent, aromatic oils on cannabis flower that reveal its distinctive fragrance, flavor and psychoactive/physiological effects.
How We Test for Terpenes
Homogenize product using exclusive techniques that exceed state requirements. Utilize Gas Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry hybridization technique to separate and identify terpene type and amount.
Terpenes Screened:
α-Bisabolol
Camphene
3-Carene
β-Caryophyllene
Caryophyllene Oxide
trans-Nerolidol
β-Ocimene
α-Ocimene
β-Pinene
α-Pinene
ρ-Cymene
Eucalyptol
Geraniol
Guaiol
α-Humulene
α-Terpinene
γ-Terpinene
Terpinolene
Isopulegol
δ-Limonene
Linalool
β-Myrcene
cis-Nerolidol