June 29th, 2018 by
The next step in cannabis testing is getting consistent results of your growing methods and results on-site or in your own mobile lab. Gas Chromatography and HP Liquid Chromatography machines are almost impossible to move around not to mention they all need electricity to run. With our testing kits and supplies from TLC Lab Supply, you perform accurate reliable testing results of plants and products from cannabis for the % of THC, CBD, CBG, CBN, and more. YES, there is a proven method called Thin Layer Chromatography, that when cannabis and cannabis products are tested with our kits will provide an accurate % of each of these substances in anything that has more than 1 % cannabinoid in it, will show results on our TLC plates. Great for Hemp growers that want to make sure they are BELOW 1% (it will show a blank space on the TLC plate where a THC marker would be).
Great for all product producers who are in the middle of creating products and do not want to spend the time or money to use a lab every time they want to make a new product or change one, they can test right on the spot and have resulted in around 30 minutes.
Want a new line of work, start a mobile lab or if you are currently in the cannabis product production business this is something you cannot afford to do without.
June 8th, 2018 by
Marijuana Testing is done using different types of Chromatography equipment. Identifying the potency of Marijuana is of prime importance to everyone involved in the cannabis industry; however, machine lab testing and cannabis testing kits are currently the main methods to confirm the content of the product.
Lab Testing Machines Vs Chromatography Testing Kits
Testing for the accuracy of cannabis can be done at any high-profile laboratory, but since there are no current “TESTING STANDARDS” provided in the USA. The machines are used differently by each lab and each lab technician, so results vary from test to test, lab to lab. The prices can change as per the amount and demand for cannabis testing as well.
Our onsite lab testing kit has no cross-contamination and gives consistent results based on the weight of the sample every time, so the same sample will give consistently the same results.
Some labs provide shipping and pick-up facility also and add an overhead expense too. From transportation to shipping, everything will be charged as per convenience, and that could be a hard hit to your pocket, not to mention the time it takes for a lab to turn around results.
Thin Layer Chromatography Testing Kits (TLC)
The cannabis testing kits are a perfect startup for a mini-lab in the USA, Canada, and other countries that do not have labs available for testing products in their local areas or want better results. The kits are designed and developed to cater to the growing demands of enthusiastic growers, researchers, and others. Basically, TLC Lab Supply’s featured product the THC Test Kits is one of the finest testing kits out there because it eliminates all additional costs and inconveniences with lab cannabis drug testing.
Potential Perks of THC Test Kits over laboratory testing:
Ease of use – The cannabis testing kit is hand-fully designed for home growers. It works on plant materials as well as Oils, Edibles, and Tinctures. Any substance with more than 1% of a cannabinoid in it will be visible on the TLC plate. The ease of use makes the THC Marijuana testing kit best for testing many substances in cannabis. For Hemp growers it will show a blank space on the TLC plate were the THC marker would be.
Compatibility – The test kits are mini-laboratories for cannabis growers. It’s small in design, shape, and size and takes minimum space area, making it an ideal choice for onsite cannabis testing.
Configurations – The kit is available in separate sizes, which gives you the ability to pick the number of tests you need for your particular project, with refill kits available you have many choices to choose from. All kits provide the necessary equipment to test the number of tests provided in each kit.
Certification and Acknowledgement – The THC test kits are in full compliance with the World Health Organization, which includes the safety and quality of medicinal plant materials (WHO/PHARM/92.559). It qualifies for cGMP-compliant and U.S. Pharmacopoeia Convention Certified USP’s drug standards which are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration and TK permit approved for Canada.
The Science Behind Cannabis Testing Kit – How it Works
This cannabis testing kit is based on the idea of Thin Layer Chromatography. Innovative technology allows us to get the best and most accurate result in no time. This kit tests the percentage of THC, CBD, CBG, CBN, & more in Marijuana Plants & Cannabis Products. It contains visual indicators and color-changing palettes that calculate the THC percentage, and amount of acids and poisons in cannabis drugs. The impregnated TLC plates help in separating and identifying the percentage content. The entire process is quite simple and does not cost a lot of money.
Growing marijuana for any personal and official purpose can be really exciting if you have the right tools and skills. At some point, you need to qualify for the accuracy of your products and there is no better way than testing with a cannabis testing kit from TLC Lab Supply.
February 12th, 2018 by
Testing THC, CBD and more in Marijuana: The straight facts
Currently, there are 3 major mainstream ways of testing marijuana – (GC) Gas Chromatography, (HPLC) High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, and TLC or HPTLC) – High Protocol Thin Layer Chromatography. Here are some real facts from an independent study done to determine the value of each one of these testing procedures.
Comparison of these 3 types of testing, all using some sort of Chromatography testing, gives a person or company a better look at how each work since these methods have been determined the best way of testing cannabinoids (cannabinoids are substances present in marijuana which give the herb its distinct characteristics). They all use Chromatography which has been around for years and is taught in many colleges currently and used by most governments around the world for testing drugs for years. TLC (Thin Layer Chromatography) has been used long before GC or HPLC machines were even thought of. TLC is used for all types of testing of food fertilizers, soils, and many other organic materials.
Our post on 3 lab testing has a lot of information on how all these testing procedures work and what will work best for you.
Whether you want to know what you are purchasing or growing or a small or large company making products it all needs to be tested. That is a worldwide requirement. You will be surprised by the results of this study and also learn a little more than you knew before.
Whether you are a cannabis grower or a medical user, our TLC kits are for you. If you are making products for the cannabis industry for CBD or other medicines to high THC plant material or recreational products like dabs or shatters, our TLC test kits will work for you. Any product with more than 1% cannabinoid in it will show up on our TLC plates. Take a look at the study.
February 6th, 2018 by
At a time when medical marijuana is getting accepted in our society, it is fair to know the compounds which make up this unique plant. Marijuana or cannabis is one of the most talked about plant substances of our times. From fighting to legalize it to getting it available on the shelf of your neighborhood store, there have been several conversations about it. In the end, it is all about the consumption and the medical benefits marijuana hides. We are TLC Lab Supply and we sell TLC ( Thin Layer Chromatography testing kits for THC, and CBD testing and are dedicated to providing you an affordable yet accurate marijuana THC, CBD, CBG, CBN testing kit. So, what is it all about?
Marijuana CBD testing is an important step in knowing about the cannabinoids that will be used for the medical marijuana products.
What is CBD?
When we talk about cannabis, we should understand the compounds, which make it a unique plant. Cannabinoids are compounds which give cannabis plant its qualities. Though there are more than 80 cannabinoids present in marijuana, 2 of the most popular ones are THC and CBD. THC is the cannabinoid responsible for giving you the “happy high”. CBD, the second well-known cannabinoid is the one which has the most medicinal qualities. CBD or cannabidiol, with all its medical benefits, doesn’t offer a psychotropic effect. In fact, it lessens the effect of THC in the plant, as one is more the other becomes less in plant material. For patients, looking for a relief from health issues like inflammation, pain, anxiety, seizures, psychosis, and many more, CBD is the cannabinoid of choice.
What are the test methods?
There are 3 commonly used methods for marijuana CBD testing – GC, HPLC, HPTLC. Out of the three, HPLC or High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography is the most popular lab test. The other methods Gas Chromatography and High Performing Thin Layer Chromatography are closely followed by. Though, at the root, three of them are almost similar owing to the use of silica to separate the cannabinoids from one another, there is a distinctive characteristic of each of the method that makes them unique. GC and HPLC are lab methods and hence, on the exorbitant side. HPTLC, however, is a method of marijuana CBD testing that works well at an affordable cost. Our test kits are based on HPTLC and are a practical for everyone starting from the breeders to the medicine manufacturers.
Since the consumption of medical marijuana is gaining traction, we should make it a point to get all the products tested. Marijuana CBD testing will help breeders and Hemp can see how low their THC is while still getting a CBS result and medicine manufacturers know the quantity of CBD present in the strain. This will result in a better and more accurate medicine production.
Our marijuana testing kits are a worldwide approved product that helps everyone associated with medical marijuana. Get in touch with us to know more.
October 11th, 2017 by
The High Times is one of the most reputed magazines regarding marijuana. Founded in 1974 by Tom Forçade, the magazine has been giving out fantastic information on marijuana usage and counterculture. It was an absolute honor when they tried our THC test kit and reviewed it. This page enlists some key points from the article they posted about us.
The writer of the article A.J. Herrington starts off saying about the potency variation in various cannabis strains. Then, he goes on to explain the importance of potency when it comes to medical marijuana. Unless you have the access to authorized cannabis from an MMJ dispensary, it might be tough to get tested marijuana products for use. In case weed is legal in your state, you can go up to the commercial lab to get the cannabis tested. However, he writes, “But lab tests can be costly, running about $40 or more for each potency analysis.” This is the issue at hand and our test kits can serve as a solution to it. The purpose, according to the writer, for the testing of our kits was, “My goal was to compare the results I obtained from the home testing options for THC and CBD potency, with the lab results provided by PharmLabs, to see if they were consistent. “ PharmLabs is a San Diego cannabis testing facility whose test results were considered as a reference point in this case.
We are glad that The High Times went the distance to write about the usage and results obtained by using our test kit. Have a look at what the writer says about the kits. Here’s an excerpt from the write-up:
Our kits are available for $160 and can be used to test up to 25 samples. Though the writer of The High Times article tested flowers, you can use any product to test. In fact, our TLC-based kit is one of the best for testing edibles.
We are glad that High Times got in touch with us and tried out our testing option. Connect with the magazine to stay updated about marijuana or cannabis news from all over.
October 11th, 2017 by
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
Cannabis and cannabinoid based medicines are currently under serious investigation for legitimate development as medicinal agents, necessitating new low-cost, high-throughput analytical methods for quality control.
OBJECTIVE
The goal of this study was to develop and validate, according to ICH guidelines, a simple rapid HPTLC method for the quantification of Delta(9)-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta(9)-THC) and qualitative analysis of other main neutral cannabinoids found in cannabis.
METHODOLOGY
The method was developed and validated with the use of pure cannabinoid reference standards and two medicinal cannabis cultivars. Accuracy was determined by comparing results obtained from the HTPLC method with those obtained from a validated HPLC method.
RESULTS
Delta(9)-THC gives linear calibration curves in the range of 50-500 ng at 206 nm with a linear regression of y = 11.858x + 125.99 and r(2) = 0.9968.
CONCLUSION
Results have shown that the HPTLC method is reproducible and accurate for the quantification of Delta(9)-THC in cannabis. The method is also useful for the qualitative screening of the main neutral cannabinoids found in cannabis cultivars.
October 11th, 2017 by
BY PRZman.com
For obvious reasons we can’t list the TLC Lab Supply Cannabis THC Test Kit as the Bad Ass Toy of the Week: It’s not a toy.
In fact, this home chemistry kit is 100 percent legit. The Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC) technique is based on the same, used in testing the trace amounts of organic compounds. What works to figure out the makeup of your fertilizer, also works to figure out the cannabinoid composition of your chronic.
Not to harsh your buzz, but here’s why this test is such a big deal for bong-lovers: due to the Schedule 1 Controlled Substance classification of marijuana, few labs in the U.S. will test weed for potency, unless the DEA approves. Of course the police will happily test your marijuana, but chances are you’re not getting it back. You are guaranteed one phone call though.
The lack of testing means that no one can say for sure how potent pot is. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) regularly reports on the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration in marijuana, but the stash tested is what law enforcement officials have confiscated, and the range in reefer quality and THC percentages is pretty large. Some of the sticky rates THC concentration in the high 30s, but some rates 0. It averages out to 4.53 percent, but all this really means is that while there is some seriously potent pot on the streets, there’s also some buds barely registering anything.
THC levels differ according to plant, with females often having higher levels, as do more mature plants. This is because as cannabis grows, the chemical composition changes. Plant genetics, climate and harvesting procedures all will affect the chemical composition of the plant.
THC is not the only cannabinoid in cannabis. The other cannabinoids might not be as well known, but their presence affects your high. Some cannabinoids have anti-inflammatory affects, some are anti-anxiety, some induce sleep, and one even has been shown to suppress appetite. Because of the lack of lab testing, even in the many states and the District of Columbia where the use of medical marijuana is legally permitted even those with prescriptions for pot can’t be completely sure of the THC levels in the weed they’re buying. And as you know if you buy off the street what you get depends on who you’re buying from.
The Cannabis test kit can identify the type and consistency of cannabinoids, which means you’ll know what’s in the pot you’ve purchased, and what kind of high to expect. Sure, it means you have to be a bit Mr. Science about your stash, but isn’t it worth it to know what you’re smoking?
