What is Delta 8 THC and is it legal?
In the spectrum of cannabinoids, Delta 8 THC is something in between Delta 9 THC and CBD.
Delta 8 THC is a minor cannabinoid found in hemp and marijuana. Folks in the industry describe Delta 8 THC as either super-CBD or D9 THC light. Delta 8 is an interesting cannabinoid because, unlike CBD and THC, it binds to both CB1 and CB2 receptacles; where-else CBD does not really fit CB1 or CB2, and Delta 9 THC only binds to CB1 receptacles. To rephrase, Delta 8 THC has both has intoxicating properties and the therapeutic properties.
What to expect when smoking or consuming a Delta 8 gummy?
Delta-8 THC is a psychoactive cannabinoid that will get you high. The high is different from person to person but here is an example of an amusing Delta 8 experience. Most people experience a more clear-headed high compared to Delta-9 THC. People have reported an increase in motivation and a boost in energy with low doses. High doses of Delta 8 THC are similar to Delta 9 THC in which it acts as a sedative. Cognitive abilities are a lot better on Delta-8 THC in comparison to Delta-9 THC. Delta 8, similar to Delta 9, experiencing a euphoric mood feeling.
What is Delta 8 and how to get it?
Well, let’s start with what Delta 8 is not. Delta 8 is not a major cannabinoid in a hemp or marijuana plant that is available in plethora such as CBD, CBG, or THC. Delta 8 is a minor cannabinoid in both marijuana and hemp. It is synthesized from CBD isolate by using acid and solvents to rearrange some carbon atoms. There are probably amazing botanists looking into breading a hemp plant to produce Delta 8 THC major cannabinoid. However, as of this writing, it does not exist.
Delta 8 distillate is synthesizing using CBD isolate. This makes it readily available in bulk or infused in finished products like delta 8 gummies.
Are Delta 8 THC products legal?
As of this writing, Delta 8 THC is federally legal. Both mainstream media and legislators agree that delta 8 is legally operating in a grey area. There are some states that have adopted regional regulations against Delta 8. You can find the list of states that have regional laws here.
Many popular and successful brands are doing well with Delta 8 products such as this list of the top 5. To get started with Delta 8 gummies, please reach out to sales@cannilabs.com.
What type of Delta 8 products can I get from CanniLabs?
As of this writing, we have worked diligently to go all-in on making the best Delta 8 gummies for our white label and contract manufacturing customers. Many of our Delta 8 gummy customers are enjoying tremendous success. Unfortunately, we as a company, have decided not to manufacture Delta 8 juice, vape pens, or cartridges.
What to look for in Delta 8 products?
Delta 8 is synthesized with acids and solvents. Because of this, we recommended getting your Delta 8 products from a reputable laboratory. We advise buying your Delta 8 with COA’s that test for solvents and chemicals used to make Delta 8. COA’s that test for such chemicals and solvents assure that the washing process was performed thoroughly.
Making Delta 8 is no walk in the park. Due to the precise science of converting a CBD isolate to a Delta 8 molecule, much of the CBD that is converted to Delta 8 THC also gets converted to Delta 9 THC. This is why it is common to find Delta 8 THC distillate with Delta 9 THC up to 10% of the distillate.