Waxes and Lipid Fats

Waxes 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.”

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  • Hand-Whipping
    Hand-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
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    Hydrocarbon 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
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  • Ice Water Extraction
    Ice 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