- A
- Alcohol ExtractionThe process of extracting terpenes and trichomes from a cannabis plant using alcohol is called Alcohol Extraction. This interaction is achieved using ethyl or isopropyl alcohol. The cannabis plant is soaked in(...) Read More
- Alpha- Beta-pineneAlpha and Beta pinene terpenes are commonly found in various plants, including pine trees. Both have a distinct pine-like aroma. Believed to have potential anti-inflammatory effects, commonly used in traditional(...) Read More
- Alpha-bisabololAlpha-bisabolol terpene has a floral and sweet aroma. Contained in cannabis, though more commonly found in plants like chamomile. It has been studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing effects,(...) Read More
- ASTM D8441/8441MASTM D8441/8441M is a standard test method by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) that provides guidelines for analyzing cannabis and cannabis-infused products. It defines the sign that the(...) Read More
- B
- Broad spectrum CBDBroad spectrum CBD is nearly identical to full spectrum CBD, with terpenese and other cannabinoids, but it contains no traces of THC. Read More
- Bubble HashBubble hash is a type of cannabis concentrate made by agitating cannabis buds in ice water to separate trichomes. It is then collected, dried, and usually smoked with a heating wand. Bubble hash, or ice-o-lator,(...) Read More
- Buchner funnelA Buchner funnel is a filtration funnel used in laboratory filtration setups with a vacuum pump. It contains a perforated plate to support a filter paper for separating solids from liquids. Read More
- C
- CannabinoidsCannabinoids are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. There are over 60 known cannabinoids that interact differently with the cannabinoid receptors in the brain. One of the most(...) Read More
- CaryophylleneWith a peppery and spicy scent, caryophyllene is unique among terpenes as it acts as a cannabinoid by interacting with the endocannabinoid system. Read More
- CBD DistillateCBD distillate is a highly refined cannabis extract containing primarily CBD. It undergoes a distillation process to remove other cannabinoids, resulting in a high-purity CBD product. What is CBD(...) Read More
- CBD IsolateCBD isolate is the purest form of CBD, typically obtained through further processing of CBD distillate to remove all other contaminants and cannabinoids, terpenes, and plant materials, leaving only the pure(...) Read More
- Closed-loop extraction systemClosed-loop Extraction recycles hydrocarbon solvent or CO2 in a closed system, without releasing gas into the air. This process usually refers to butane or propane extraction and is much safer than open blasting.(...) Read More
- Closed-loop systemWhen liquid or gas CO2 is pressurized to its super critical state and passed through cannabis, this is referred to as CO2 extraction. Any pressure over 1078 PSI is sufficient to strip away waxes and cannabinoids to(...) Read More
- CO2 extractionWhen liquid or gas CO2 is pressurized to its super critical state and passed through cannabis, this is referred to as CO2 extraction. Any pressure over 1078 PSI is sufficient to strip away waxes and cannabinoids to(...) Read More
- CombustionCombustion refers to the process of burning any material. However, combustion in this case refers to the burning of any cannabis flower or concentrate. Read More
- Concentrate SlurryConcentrate Slurry is pre-purged concentrate containing a increased parts per million of solvents. This concentrate can take a variety of forms from solid to airy or liquid and runny. Read More
- ConcentratesAny purified cannabis product produced from the refinement of flowers, leaves, or stems in referred to as a concentrate. Concentrates extract the purities from cannabis and combine them into a more potent form.(...) Read More
- ConvectionWhen air or liquid is heated and then flows away from the source carrying the heat, this is referred to as convection heating. In vaporization context, convection refers to the transfer of heat over a concentrate(...) Read More
- Crumble waxCrumble wax is a type of cannabis concentrate with an easy to break texture. It is made using solvents to extract cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant material, and then it is purged of residual(...) Read More
- D
- DecarboxylationWhen cannabis is heated at a low temperature for a long period of time, cannabinoids THCA and CBDA are activated and transformed into THC and CBD. This process is called Decarboxylation and is used to prepare(...) Read More
- Delta 3 CareneDelta 3 Carene is the terpene that provides earthy and sweet scent. Has been studied for its potential role in supporting bone health and healing fractures. It is also found in various plants and herbs, not just(...) Read More
- Directional AirflowDirectional Airflow refers to the process of turning a carb cap on a dab rig during combustion. Caps designed for directional airflow have curved holes that go far into the rig for better convection. Read More
- Directional FlowDirectional Flow is a process that involves folding and shaping parchment paper into a form that siphons concentrate resin into a single area. This resin is typically then pressed with either heat or pressure to(...) Read More
- DistillatorDistillator, or distillation apparatus, is necessary to perform distillation processes on cannabis extracts. Distillation is used to separate and purify compounds, such as cannabinoids and terpenes, from crude(...) Read More
- Dry Sieve HashDry Sieve Hash is a type of concentrate made through an automated extraction method. This process separates trichomes from the cannabis plant using a silk or mesh screen. Dry Sieve Hash can create some very potent(...) Read More
- Dry SiftingDry sifting is a method of cannabis trichome extraction where dried plant material is sifted through screens to separate the trichomes, resulting in a solventless concentrate known as kief. Read More
- E
- Ethanol ExtractionEthanol extraction is a process that uses ethanol (high-grade alcohol) as a solvent to extract cannabinoids and other compounds from cannabis. It is commonly used in creating tinctures and concentrates. Read More
- EucalyptolWith a fresh and minty scent, eucalyptol is commonly found in eucalyptus trees. Read More
- Extraction ArtistAn Extraction Artist or Extraction Technician is a licensed employee or entrepreneur trained to extract cannabis concentrates. They work with a variety of different strains and mediums. Read More
- Extraction chamberAn extraction chamber is a vessel or container used in various extraction processes to hold the material being extracted and the solvent used to extract desired compounds. Read More
- Extraction vesselAn extraction vessel is a container or apparatus used for holding materials and solvents during an extraction process to isolate specific compounds or substances. Read More
- F
- Fresh FrozenWhen organic plant matter is cryogenically frozen instantly after harvest this is referred to as Fresh Frozen. This process helps to preserve terpenes, flavours, and aromas of a the living plant. Read More
- Full Melt HashFull Melt Hash refers to concentrates that melt and bubble with the presence of even very low heat. These full melt products usually create big and clear bubbles indicating higher quality hash. Read More
- Full Spectrum CBDFull Spectrum CBD refers to a CBD product that contains a wide range of cannabinoids, including CBD, THC (in trace amounts within legal 0.3% limit), and other beneficial compounds like terpenes and(...) Read More
- G
- H
- Hand-WashedHand-Washed hash is created through a process involving mixing cannabis and ice with a large paddle similar to butter churning. Read More
- Hand-WhippingHand-Whipping is a process that changes the texture of hash oil into a waxy substance. Agitation created by the hand tool cause THCA to break away from the oil. Read More
- Hydrocarbon ExtractionHydrocarbon extraction is a method that utilizes hydrocarbons like butane or propane as solvents to extract cannabinoids and terpenes from cannabis. It produces various concentrates, including shatter and wax. Read More
- I
- Ice Water ExtractionIce water extraction is a technique that involves agitating cannabis plant material in ice water to separate trichomes, resulting in solventless concentrates like bubble hash. Read More
- Isopropyl AlcoholIsopropyl Alcohol commonly referred to as isopropanol is a colourless, flammable chemical compound. This solvent is commonly used for extracting the potent parts of the cannabis plant or cleaning bongs and rigs. Read More
- J
- Jelly hashA potent mix of bubble hash x water hash x hash oil, Jelly Hash is a powerful medical concoction with real applications. It is typically helpful for those suffering from chronic pain, nausea or undergoing(...) Read More
- K
- L
- Licensed FacilityA Licensed Facility is a location or MIP that is fully licensed to operate in its region. This requires compliance to a variety of regulations and procedures. Read More
- Live resinLive resin is a type of cannabis concentrate made from fresh frozen or living cannabis plant material. The freezing process helps preserve the plant's terpenes, resulting in a product with a more pronounced(...) Read More
- Live rosinLive rosin is a type of concentrate. It is obtained from the same living cannabis plants but the extraction process is solventless (as opposed to usually solvent-based resin extraction). Live rosin is believed to(...) Read More
- M
- Micron GradeMicron Grade refers to the size of the screen used to collect trichomes during bubble hash extraction. Some common micron grades are 73u, 90u and 140u and help determine the constancy and purity of the final product. Read More
- Micron ScreenA Micron Screen is a fine mesh screen that is perforated for use in bubble hash production. Read More
- N
- O
- Open BlastingOpen-Blasting is the process of solvent based extraction without closed-loop ventilation. This is typically undergone in a glass or metal tube and is considered relatively unsafe. Read More
- P
- Pelican CaseA Pelican Case is a carrying case specifically designed for dab rigs or other fragile objects. They allow expensive rigs to become more portable. Read More
- PercolatorA custom water chamber in many pipes that adds more filtration is called a Percolator. Perculators and extra holes and chambers added to a bong that can come in single or double varieties. Read More
- Pressed hashAfter the initial extraction period is over, Pressed Hash is created through the compressing of trichomes. The final product comes out brown in colour, and is created with large amounts of pressure or heat. This(...) Read More
- Pressure gaugeA pressure gauge is a device used to measure the pressure of a gas or liquid in a closed container, providing information about the pressure within a system. Read More
- Pull 'n' SnapPull-Snap is a reference to a specific consistency of shatter. This type of concentrate can be bent and stretched if worked slowly, but cracks when a quick snapping motion is made. Read More
- R
- RemediationRemediation is to the process of removing or reducing undesirable compounds, such as pesticides, residual solvents, or contaminants, from cannabis extracts or products. Read More
- Residual SolventResidual Solvent refers to any left-over solvent within a concentrate after extraction and purging. Residual Solvents must be lowered to a certain amount before they are safe for human consumption. Read More
- Rick Simpson OilRick Simpson Oil is a cannabis oil extract, typically made using an alcohol extraction method. It is named after Rick Simpson, who popularized the oil for its potential medicinal properties, particularly in cancer(...) Read More
- Rotary EvaporatorA Rotary-Evaporator is a large piece of machinery implemented in the evaporation and recovery of ethanal from extracted concentrates. Read More
- S
- Seed-to-Sale ConcentratesSeed-to-Sale concentrates go through a full seed to flower to extract process within the same facility. They are single-source concentrates made with flower grown on the site of a production facility. Read More
- Separatory funnelA separatory funnel is a laboratory glassware used for liquid-liquid extractions. It allows the separation of immiscible liquids based on their different densities. Read More
- Solvent-FreeA Solvent-Free extraction is a process that has a 0ppm residual solvent concentration. It is a new term to refer to hydrocarbon extraction fully cleansed. Read More
- Solvent RecoveryMany extraction artists know Solvent can be reused for multiple extraction attempts and this process is referred to as Solvent Recovery. This is achieved by pumping the solvent back into the original tank or(...) Read More
- Solvent & Solventless"Solvent" refers to extraction methods that use chemical solvents (e.g., ethanol, hydrocarbons) to extract cannabinoids and terpenes. "Solventless" refers to extraction methods that do not involve the use of(...) Read More
- Soxhlet extractorA Soxhlet extractor is a laboratory apparatus used for the extraction of compounds from solid materials using a continuous cycle of solvent percolation. It allows for efficient extraction and concentration of(...) Read More
- Spagyric ExtractionSpagyric extraction is a method that involves fermenting plant material, extracting the herbal essence with alcohol, burning the leftover plant matter to ash, and then combining the extract and ash for a more(...) Read More
- Super-Critical Botanical ExtractorA Super-Critical Botanical Extractor is an extravagant and expensive piece of equipment implementing CO2 as a the solvent of choice. These extractors create high quality and extremely refined results. Read More
- Supercritical Carbon Dioxide ExtractionSupercritical carbon dioxide extraction is a method using carbon dioxide in its supercritical state as a solvent to extract cannabinoids and other compounds from cannabis. Considered a safe and efficient method. Read More
- T
- Terp SauceTerp sauce is a highly flavorful cannabis concentrate rich in terpenes. It is made through a specialized extraction process that preserves the full spectrum of terpenes and cannabinoids, resulting in a sticky,(...) Read More
- THCa CrystallineTHCa crystalline is a highly purified form of THCa (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) in its crystalline structure. It is essentially pure THCa, with little to no other cannabinoids or terpenes present.(...) Read More
- Trans-nerolidoTrans-nerolidol, also known as Nerolidol, is a monoterpenoid with a floral aroma, found in various flowers and plants. Studied for potential antifungal and antimicrobial properties. Read More
- V
- Vacuum GaugeA vacuum gauge is an instrument to measure the pressure in a vessel under vacuum (i.e. pressure gauge). Read More
- Vacuum OvenA Vacuum Oven is a solvent purging tool that implements high temperatures and negative pressure to remove remaining solvent from concentrates. Read More
- VaporizationVaporization occurs when a concentrate or dry herb is heated and sustained at a lower temperature than combustion. This moderate heat changes solid form products into ingestible vapour. Read More
- W
- Washing MachineIn the context of botanical extraction, a Washing Machine refers to a tool that mixes and stirs a mixture of cannabis and ice mechanically. Read More
- Water ExtractionWater extraction is a method that involves using water as a solvent to separate compounds from cannabis plant material, often used to create cannabis-infused beverages or topicals. Read More
- Water hashWater Hash, Ice Water Hash, or Bubble Hash is created by using ice and water to filter resin from plant material. It is a method that separates the trichomes using micro screens, ice, and water. With a very tight(...) Read More
- Waxes and Lipid FatsWaxes and Lipid Fats are naturally occurring compounds within the cannabis plant. These compounds are typically removed during the shatter production process an can come out naturally during “sugaring.” Read More
- WinterizationWinterization refers to a much more meticulous form of de-waxing incorporating a second solvent for purging purposes. Most of the unwanted material is removed in this process, however more of the terpenes are(...) Read More