Lab Testing Services

Viral plant infections like Hop Latent Viroid, Lettuce Chlorosis Virus, and Cannabis Cryptic Virus are deeply destructive and commonplace. Contaminated crops appear discolored, furrowed, stunted, and breakable, losing 50 to 70% of THC content.

More than a thousand people across the U.S. have reported lung-related illnesses related to vaping and 34 people have died. According to the CDC, most cases were associated with illicit THC products, but e-cigarettes and other vaping products were also to blame. While the exact source of vape contamination is still under investigation, vitamin E acetate was found in nearly half of all samples that the FDA tested.

Our methods for vape testing guarantee precise results. Through our proven methods, we employ Ultra High-Performance Liquid Chromatography with Ultraviolet Detectors to safely test samples at room temperature without heat.

Customers shop for brands whose products they trust. The products should contain high-quality ingredients that match the label and are safe to consume.

Transdermal Patches are growing in popularity as a preferred alternative to smoking or ingesting, due to their superior dosing control, slower release and increased bioavailability. This is especially true for patients who rely on THC’s medicinal effects, but do not want to get high. That’s why it’s so important for brands to understand exactly what concentration of healing ingredients their transdermal patches contain.

Nano emulsions are the latest innovation in cannabis beverages that utilize “water soluble cannabinoids.” In nano emulsions, THC, CBD and other cannabinoids are broken down to such small sizes that they become emulsified in water and remain intact, without separating.

Our methods overcome the challenges of edibles testing and guarantee precision. Before testing edibles for potency, we utilize what’s known as a cryogenic grinder or freezer/mill, where we flash-freeze and pulverize the edible to homogenize it. This method provides consistent, reliable results, and we have the awards to prove it. For the last two years, we have received badges for excellence in edibles potency from the Emerald Test, a nationwide Inter-Laboratory Comparison test.

When analyzing hallucinogenic mushroom samples for potency, we quantitatively measure the following analytes:

Functional mushrooms are tested for contaminants.

ACS tests nano products for pesticides and contaminants that could be dangerous upon ingestion or through penetration of the skin.

ACS tests topicals for pesticides and contaminants that could be dangerous through contact with the skin. We know the most common toxins and the maximum levels that are safe for human use. We accurately test all topicals, from skin salves and beauty creams, to balms, oils and patches. Cannabis companies can be sure their products are retail-ready and safe to use.

ACS guarantees precise results when testing concentrates by utilizing proven methods known for accuracy. We use Ultra High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with Ultraviolet Detectors to safely test samples at room temperature without heat. This method provides consistent and reliable results, and we have the awards to prove it. For the last two years, we’ve received awards for excellence in potency testing from the Emerald Test, a nationwide Inter-Laboratory Comparison test.