Safety & Compliance
Safety and compliance are critical in the botanical extraction industry. This category covers the practical importance of maintaining high standards in both directions. Here, you'll find guidance on regulatory environments, safety protocols, and compliance with local, national, and international laws.
Even the Artist Needs Data: Extraction Analytics 101
Chapter One: The Skinny on Chromatography Data is needed in pretty much every situation, right? You don’t have to have...
Clean-in-Place Cleaning of Extraction Equipment
One of the most important steps to maintaining a cannabis extraction facility is making sure all equipment and parts remain...
Heavy Metals in Cannabis: Important Things to Know
Heavy metals can pose a serious health risk when ingested in cannabis products. The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recommends regular...
The Conundrum of Acetone in Hemp and Cannabis Products: Part 2, the Likeliest of Suspects
Is acetone really in your extracts or did it come from beyond? Last week, we introduced the solvent acetone which...
The Conundrum of Acetone in Hemp and Cannabis Products: Part 1, the Terpene to Acetone Theory
Is acetone really in your extracts or did it come from beyond? Solvent-based extraction of cannabis and hemp warrants the...