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Heavy Metals Testing

Cannabis has a great deal of benefits for both your health and overall wellbeing, and unlike pharmaceuticals, it’s free from harmful toxins and adverse side-effects that are prominent in over-the-counter products. As we discover more about this miraculous plant, we’re seeing how it can change the face of medicine as we know it. However, there are a few caveats that we must be aware of before releasing any product for public consumption.

Cannabis that has been tested poorly may contain hidden dangers that can cause damage similar to potent man-made drugs. Proper testing is essential in order to keep your consumers safe from a variety of harmful elements, especially when it comes to heavy metals. When hidden components like these aren’t caught, it can cause health issues your consumers may not be aware of until it’s too late.

There are a number of different ways in which heavy metals can enter your cannabis strains. As a bioaccumulator, cannabis tends to absorb substances at a faster rate than it can be excreted. When it grows too close to an industrial area, it may absorb heavy metal substances from the soil itself. This, in addition to the use of certain pesticides and fertilizers can cause it to absorb different kinds of heavy metals that pose a dangerous risk to your consumers.

Unfortunately, there’s no way to ensure your cannabis products are 100% heavy metal free, but making sure your cannabis products fall below the required limit is essential to be compliant with California regulations.

Heavy Metals in Your Cannabis

To maintain your credibility and increase trust with your clientele, it’s essential for you to have the purest and highest quality product on the market. Making sure your products are properly tested with advanced techniques can help ensure that anything you produce will meet the desired standard of quality.

Having a small amount of heavy metals in your cannabis can be a significant health risk to your consumers. LabPlex will test your cannabis strains for the following heavy metals:

  • Cadmium – A zinc byproduct that can cause cancer, kidney failure, and loss of bone density.
  • Arsenic – A toxin that can lead to cancer and pigmentation problems. When ingested in high doses, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure, vomiting, and in extreme cases, death.
  • Mercury – An extremely dangerous substance that can lead to neurological problems such as seizures, memory problems, and loss of motor control.
  • Lead – One of the most common contaminants. This element can lead to reproduction problems and affect your joints.

LabPlex Heavy Metal Testing

At LabPlex, our highly skilled team offers in-depth heavy metal testing that can help uncover and assess the level of heavy metals in a number of different cannabis products, including:

  • Concentrates
  • Tinctures
  • Flowers
  • Edibles

Making sure all of your cannabis products are properly tested can pave the way to add credibility and value to your brand. At LabPlex, we understand the importance of maintaining trust with your consumers, especially in a market growing as fast as this one. If you’re in need of an analytical cannabis laboratory that’s dedicated to ensuring your products are nothing less than the best, then LabPlex is here for you.

Give us a call on (562) 753-6700 or email us at info@labplex.com to start testing.