Medical Cannabis - Terpenes, Aromaprofiles & Quality Assurance
The quality, efficacy, and acceptance of medical cannabis critically depend on its terpene profile and sensory properties.
As a specialized laboratory for volatile compounds, we provide medical cannabis manufacturers, wholesalers, pharmacies, and processors with highly precise sensory and instrumental analytics to ensure continuously high product quality.
Areas of Application:
1. Terpene Profiling & Research into the Entourage Effect:
Terpenes form the foundation of the characteristic aroma of cannabis flowers and extracts. In addition, they play a key role in the so-called entourage effect, the synergistic interaction of cannabinoids and volatile terpenes that can significantly influence efficacy.
Through selective terpene identification and quantification via GC-MS, we enable the precise characterization of the terpene spectrum to scientifically substantiate and standardize your flower and product profiles.
Complementing this, we perform the determination of key aroma compounds using Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) to precisely characterize the odor-active key substances of flowers or extracts.
2. Process Control, Quality Assurance & Off-Flavor Screening:
We provide analytical support throughout the entire production process of medical cannabis:
From cultivation, drying and storage through to extraction, we monitor aroma changes (e.g. due to terpene loss) and ensure consistent batch quality.
Should off-flavors occur for example as a result of drying errors, improper storage, or microbial processes, we identify the causes using our sensory panel accredited according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, as well as GC-O and GC-MS. Furthermore, we offer tailored sensory training for your team to sustainably strengthen your internal quality assurance.
Through these comprehensive solutions, we provide optimal support for your quality management and effectively protect your company against financial losses and reputational damage among patients and clients.
3. Research & Development (R&D):
Complex questions often require customized analytical approaches beyond standard testing. Our scientific team supports you in sophisticated research and development projects focused on the aroma chemistry of cannabis.
Find out more about these and other potential areas of application below.
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