Terpenes in Cannabis

About the test

As with Terpenes are the essential oils produced in most plants – including cannabis. Cannabis is unique in that each strain has a completely different profile of terpenes. Terpenes are volatile at room temperature, which is why you can smell them. Terpene testing isn’t a legal requirement under Canada’s Cannabis Act. However, terpene analysis is crucial for differentiating between strains of cannabis, as terpenes have a major influence on the medical and psychological effects of a plant. In fact, the relationship between the cannabinoid and the terpene differentiates the strain of cannabis. We use CARO Analytical Services’ GCMS proprietary method to determine your terpene profile