False Advertising Spotted at Dispensaries: THC Potency Much Lower Than Reported
Are you a consumer of cannabis products in a state where it is legal? Beware of false advertising! According to recent reports, dispensaries may be selling products with a lower THC potency than what is advertised.
What is THC?
THC or tetrahydrocannabinol is the primary psychoactive component of cannabis, responsible for the “high” that users experience. It is the most well-known cannabinoid among the hundreds present in a cannabis plant. Its potency varies depending on the strain and even the plant’s growing conditions.
Issues with labeling THC potency
One common issue is that some dispensaries rely solely on the information provided by the growers, who may exaggerate the potency of their products to command a higher price. Another issue is the lack of regulations on how to measure and label THC content in cannabis products. It creates significant variation in the accuracy of THC potency labeling across dispensaries, with some products’ actual THC content being significantly lower than what is advertised.
Examples of false advertising
According to a recent study published in JAMA, 26% of cannabis products in California contained less THC than what was labeled, while only 17% had a higher THC content. In Colorado, a similar study found that 55% of the products tested contained less THC than what was advertised. The products with the most significant discrepancies were edibles, where the THC potency varied widely from the labeled content.
The dangers of false advertising
When THC content is lower than advertised, consumers may use more of the product than needed to achieve the same effect, leading to increased consumption and potential adverse effects. On the other hand, products with higher THC content than advertised could lead to unexpected highness and potential health concerns.
What can be done?
States and even the federal government need to come up with standardized regulations on how to label THC content on products sold in dispensaries. As of now, there are barely any regulations to follow. Moreover, dispensaries should test their products’ THC potency independently instead of relying solely on the growers’ word.
Conclusion
The onus is on the states and federal governments to come up with standardized regulations on labeling THC content in cannabis products sold in dispensaries. Until then, consumers should research the dispensaries before making a purchase and be aware that the THC potency advertised may not be accurate.
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Summary: Beware of false advertising in dispensaries as recent reports suggest that THC potency may be much lower than what is labeled. There are issues with labeling THC potency, and the lack of regulations creates significant variations in accuracy across dispensaries. This endanger’s consumer’s health, and the responsibility lies on the governments to standardize these regulations. Consumers should research dispensaries and be aware that THC potency advertised may not be accurate. #BUSINESS