Delta-8, CBD-friendly?

<p>Delta-8 is a variant of the delta-9-THC cannabinoid that everyone is familiar with. Though still psychoactive, delta-8 is reportedly less potent than delta-9. This makes it attractive to consumers who want less of an edge from their high. But unlike delta-9, delta-8 is being sold in CBD-friendly channels like vape shops and specialty retailers. This appeals to consumers in states without legal adult-use cannabis sales who are still looking for psychoactive effects.</p> <p>The extraction process is not “natural” even though brands claim it is “naturally derived.” As Politico's article states “The vast majority of Delta-8 products aren’t extracted from cannabis. Instead, producers convert plant-derived CBD into Delta-8 THC using a chemical process called isomerization. The process combines CBD with a solvent, acid, and heat to cause the reaction that turns CBD into THC.” And because the FDA has not yet provided any regulations, there is a lack of standardization in lab testing across the board. This means lab results will vary, further inciting the complexities of delta-8.</p> <p>Show Notes:<br /> Delta-8: The Good, The Bad, and the Insights (+ How Consumers are Reacting)<br /> https://blog.brightfieldgroup.com/delta-8-thc</p> <p>Guest:<br /> Katrina Glogowski, Seattle Attorney & Angel Investor<br /> https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-glogowski-711a985/</p> <p>Host:<br /> Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast.<br /> https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/</p> <p>Episode 725 of The Talking Hedge:<br /> Your Cannabis Business Podcast.<br /> ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more.<br /> https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com</p> <p>Music Info:<br /> Song: Beat | Keep On | 2020<br /> Artist: Milochromatic Beats<br /> &<br /> Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018<br /> Artist: LuxrayBeats</p> <p>Keywords:<br /> Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business