Resin

Resin generally refers to the sticky, aromatic substance produced by cannabis plants, specifically the trichomes and their resin glands. It contains cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds. Extracted with solvents (unlike rosin) and uses dried material (its primary difference with live resin that uses alive or fresh frozen plants).

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  • O
  • Open Blasting
    Open-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
  • PLE
    Pressurized Liquid Extraction, or PLE, is a method that utilizes pressurized solvents at elevated temperatures to extract compounds from plant material, including cannabis. Read More
  • PPM
    Parts Per Million or PPM is a standard measurement of residual solvents. It is also used to measure the the presence of mold or other pesticides. Read More