Quality Control of Dried Cannabis Using Near-Infrared Analysis Equipment [Technical Document]

Efficiency testing without chemical reagents in under one minute using near-infrared analysis (NIR)!

【Near Infrared Analyzer Technical Data 29 Pharmaceuticals】 Cannabis has a long medical history as a recreational drug and as an analgesic and antispasmodic. The discovery of the major cannabinoids tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabidiol, and cannabigerol (THC, CBD, and CBG) has increased interest in its medical effects. THC is psychoactive and classified as an illegal drug in most countries, while CBD is legally accepted for medical purposes in many regions around the world. CBD is believed to alleviate anxiety and stress and promote better sleep. Due to the various effects and potential legal implications, determining the cannabinoid profile in cannabis has garnered significant interest. Generally, efficacy testing of cannabis is conducted using HPLC analysis. HPLC can detect low concentrations of cannabinoids but requires chemical reagents and is quite time-consuming. This technical document explains why near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) is an excellent method for quantifying THC, CBD, and CBG in dried cannabis, as it provides results in less than one minute and does not require chemical reagents.

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