What a cannabis distillate syringe holds
A cannabis distillate syringe holds a thick oil. The oil is refined cannabis extract. Most syringes hold 0.5 mL or 1 mL. THC distillate often tests at 80% to 90% THC. CBD distillate often tests at 70% to 85% CBD. The oil has no plant waxes. It has no fats. It has no chlorophyll. Distillate is not full-spectrum oil. Distillate is not live resin.
How distillate is made
Producers start with crude cannabis extract. They winterize the extract with ethanol. They filter out waxes and fats. They decarboxylate the oil. Heat converts THCA into THC. Heat converts CBDA into CBD. Then they run the oil through a short path distillation unit or a wiped film evaporator. The process separates cannabinoids from other compounds. The result is a golden to clear oil. Terpenes are lost in the process. Some producers add terpenes back after distillation.
THC distillate vs. CBD distillate
THC distillate comes from cannabis plants with high THC. It is sold in state-licensed dispensaries. CBD distillate comes from hemp plants. Hemp has less than 0.3% delta-9 THC on a dry weight basis. CBD distillate can be sold online in many states. THC distillate cannot be sold across state lines. Check your state law.
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How to use a cannabis distillate syringe
A syringe has a glass barrel and a plunger. Some syringes have a luer lock tip. Some have a blunt tip. The oil is thick at room temperature. Warm the syringe before use. You can hold it in your hand for 2 to 3 minutes. You can place it in a sealed bag in warm water. Do not use a microwave. Do not use an open flame. Common uses:
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- Fill a vape cartridge.
- Add to a dab rig.
- Eat the oil with food.
- Place under the tongue.
- Top a bowl of flower.
- Mix into a topical cream.
Dose depends on tolerance. A grain of rice is about 10 mg to 20 mg of THC. Start with a small amount. Wait 2 hours before taking more.
Storage and handling
Keep the syringe in a cool, dark place. Heat and light degrade cannabinoids. Keep the cap on the tip. Store it upright. If the oil leaks, wipe the syringe with isopropyl alcohol. Do not store near food. Keep it away from children and pets.
Testing and label
Buy from a seller that posts a certificate of analysis (COA). The COA should list cannabinoid potency. It should list residual solvents. It should list pesticides. It should list heavy metals. It should list microbials. A COA from an ISO 17025 lab is a good sign. The label should list total THC. The label should list total CBD. The label should list the batch number. If a seller has no COA, do not buy.
Legal status in the US
The 2018 Farm Bill made hemp legal at the federal level. Hemp is cannabis with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC on a dry weight basis. CBD distillate from hemp can ship to most states. Some states ban CBD in certain forms. THC distillate is legal only in states with medical or adult-use cannabis programs. Federal law still lists THC as a Schedule I drug. Check your state law before you buy.
Safety notes
Distillate is potent. A small amount can cause strong effects. THC can cause anxiety, dry mouth, and fast heart rate. Do not drive after use. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to a doctor if you take prescription drugs. CBD can interact with some drugs. The FDA has not approved CBD for most medical uses. The FDA has approved Epidiolex for certain seizure disorders.