5 Quality Standard That Every Delta-8 Dab Should Pass

Delta-8 THC, also known as light weed, has similar effects to THC-9 that make it highly demandable. Delta-8 is less potent and gives you a mellow high without any side effects. 
 
THC-8 is the degraded form of THC-9. Only a tiny amount converts into THC-8, whereas most of it turns into CBN. So only an insignificant amount of the plant contains THC-8. 
 
Delta-8 Dabs
 
Delta-8 dab is highly popular as a fast, simple, flexible, and budget-friendly way and adds an experience to smoke any concentrate, be it wax, crumble, shatter, or resin, for lovers of potent hits. Dabbing and smoking have faster effects compared to edibles.
 
As a booming industry, the delta-8 space is home to many great businesses, but it's also an attractive market for scammers trying to make a quick buck on this highly exposed commodity.
 
The first step to getting rid of shady brands and manufacturers is to look for third-party lab tests on the company website and if it's not there, then find brands that have done these tests. Okay, so what is a third-party lab test, what does it do, and what to look for in it?
 
Third-Party lab tests
 
must. Do not buy products from companies with no certificate of analysis (COA) on their website. The tests done by independent laboratories examine the product efficacy and the entire purity, terpene, and cannabinoid profile, which reveals any pollutants in the finished product, such as pesticides, heavy metals, or residual solvents. 
 
If a laboratory is not associated with the manufacturer, it is considered a third party.
 
Some businesses conduct in-house research, which means they are affiliated. Moreover, some companies provide only a single COA whereas, each batch should have its certificate.
 
We advise only buying from companies that publish related certificates of study.
 
It's not easy to find a high-quality delta-8 dab. Here we have listed down five things you need to check in the third-party test report before buying it.
 
Consider the following considerations before making a purchase.
 
Contaminants/Impurities
 
Impurities such as solvents, pesticides, heavy metals can enter the products during the growing process is common in delta 8 THC. These impurities result in a low-quality extraction process where they enter the finished product. Sometimes poor handling also leads to contamination of the products. If your delta-8 THC dab has these impurities, then do not use it and avoid buying from the same brand in the future. High amounts of these impurities like pesticides can be harmful.
 
Microbes
 
Though there are good microbes naturally present in the plant and are safe, THC-8 does get contaminated with harmful microbes including, fungus and bacteria. Make sure the mentioned microbes in THC-8 are in the harmless category.
 
Chemical composition
 
Chemical composition is the breakdown of chemical compounds of the hemp plant present in the final product. Here is where you will get a good idea of whether there are terpenes in the extract or other cannabinoids. Delta-8 should be at the top of the ingredients list as every ingredient mentioned is according to the volume.
 
Potency
 
Potency tells the concentration of delta 8. In a good quality THC-8 dab, the concentration of THC-8 is usually high compared to other cannabinoids and terpenes. Beware some companies, only test for potency and not for contaminants which is quite harmful, because it will not guarantee that the product is safe. As we mentioned earlier, contaminants or impurities can be hazardous. Also, the percentage of THC 9 should be less than 0.3.
 
Handling and Storage
 
Often, lab reports would indicate whether the hemp extract was handled and processed carefully to avoid contamination. It is always the last piece of data on a lab study. Treating and storing the samples, without a doubt, must be done with care and in a way that eliminates pollution.
These are some of the quality checks you should look for in the test.
 
Apart from third-party lab tests, you can also check some other points mentioned below for the best THC-8 dab experience.
 
Pricing
 
The delta-8 extraction process is lengthy and expensive, at least the legal one is. The equipment required is costly. It also requires an experienced person for the extraction process. If you are getting THC-8 at a low cost, do not be happy chances are, it is not of good quality, and the products used are of substandard quality. But that is no excuse to take advantage of you! Look for reasonable prices and favorable customer reviews. 
 
Brand reputation
 
One way of buying a quality THC-8 dab is buying from a reputable manufacturer who is responsible, reliable, and has been in the industry for some time. Also, avoid brands that make outrageous medical claims, have negative customer reviews, and have received FDA warnings.
 
Consumer Reviews
 
Customer reviews can tell a lot about the company, especially its customer service and products. Never go for the reviews posted on their site. There are so many THC-8 forums and communities. It is paramount to check with third-party websites like these. Always cross-check with these independent sites. People usually use Delta 8 for anxiety, pain, and sleep.
 
Extraction method
 
There are different methods of extracting THC-8. One way to get it is to take it straight from the marijuana plant, which is unfortunately illegal. Another way is you can make delta-8 by synthesizing delta-9, which is also illegal in most states. Converting CBD to delta-9 and then synthesizing THC-8 from it is the most common legal process.
 
The origin of your delta-8 product tells you about its legal status. So do your research on your state's marijuana laws to ensure that you are not breaking any.
Transparency
 
If you cannot find any information on the ingredients list, testing practices, extraction methods about the company, stay away from them. If the company is not telling us about basic things like this, that means something shady is going on. You can always look somewhere else.
 
Conclusion
 
Third-party test results are a sure-shot way of knowing the quality of your THC-8 dabs, but you should know where and what to look for in the report.
 
We all know there is no regulation on the cannabis market, so it is the consumers' responsibility to do their research and be mindful of the risks of buying THC-8 from unreliable sources.