TECH TIP: Cannabis Testing Methods

Continuing our October focus on cannabis testing, #TechTipsTuesday focuses this week on cannabis testing methods. Pulled from the archives and given a face-lift, this 3 minute video discusses different types of testing, and the appropriate methods to achieve the required data.

Suggested instruments for the cannabis laboratory:

Potency Analysis

• GC with FID and Headspace, or
• HPLC with DAD

Residual Solvents

• GC with FID and Headspace

Pesticide, Herbicide & Insecticide Residue

• Mass Spectrometer / LCMS

Mycotoxins & Microbials

• Mycotoxins Fluorometer for Cannabis Analysis Kit

Heavy Metals

• Agilent 7500 Series ICP/MS

Watch for more #techtips next week!