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 chemical solvents, relying instead on mechanical separation techniques (e.g., dry sifting, ice water extraction).

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  • Dry Sifting
    Dry 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
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  • Ethanol
    Ethanol or commonly referred to as ethyl alcohol, grain alcohol or drinking alcohol is utilized in extraction specifically for edibles and topical products. Read More
  • Ethanol Extraction
    Ethanol 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