In the CBD industry, there is a lot of debate about terminology, and one of the most complicated is the use of the terms Full Spectrum Distillate and broad-spectrum. It is worth noting that there is no official definition of broad and full-spectrum, which leaves the criteria used to define them somewhat open to interpretation. We’ll compare full-spectrum CBD distillates to broad-spectrum CBD distillates for educational purposes and discuss the benefits of each for manufacturers and consumers.
What Exactly Is the Cannabinoid Spectrum?
Cannabigerol (CBG) behaves differently than cannabidiol because each cannabinoid reacts differently with our endocannabinoid system (CBD). All 113+ cannabinoids are included in the cannabinoid spectrum.
The range of cannabinoids present in an extract or finished product typically distinguishes Full Spectrum Distillate from broad-spectrum. A product labelled “full-spectrum” contains the entire range of compounds found in hemp plants (cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, etc.), including the cannabinoid THC. However, because some cannabinoids have extremely low concentrations, detecting their presence can be difficult. This is where determining the legitimacy of a product claiming to be a “Full Spectrum Distillate” can be difficult.
Full-Spectrum: Benefits and Drawbacks
Full Spectrum Distillate products contain a diverse range of cannabis-derived compounds. Furthermore, because it is a whole-plant extract, it is not refined in the same way that broad spectrum and isolate are.
If THC is a concern for the manufacturer or the consumer, a Wholesale Full Spectrum CBD extract may not be the best option. These extracts may have psychoactive properties for some users due to the presence of THC, as well as the possibility of testing positive for THC consumption on drug tests.
Because Wholesale Full Spectrum CBD products frequently test above the federally legal limit of 0.3 percent THC, THC inclusion introduces additional legal considerations for product manufacturers. When distributing their products in international markets such as the United Kingdom, where the THC limit is 0.2 percent, global brands may face complications. At Bona Voluntate, we take legal compliance for our Wholesale Full Spectrum CBD customers very seriously, which is why we guarantee that both our Wholesale Full Spectrum CBD and our Wholesale Full Spectrum CBD Compliant Distillate test at less than or equal to the federal limit of 0.3 percent THC.
Broad Spectrum – The same great benefits as before, but with less risk.
Broad-spectrum distillates, on the other hand, are intermediate between full-spectrum and isolate products. Bona Voluntate defines our broad-spectrum products as cannabinoid-rich distillates that have had THC removed. The extraction process is similar to full-spectrum extraction, but it is refined further to remove any psychoactive compounds. This ensures that the beneficial compounds that full-spectrum distillates are known for are present without the risks associated with high levels of THC. Both consumers and manufacturers can rely on our Full Spectrum CBD Wholesale to be compliant while still providing the benefits of a whole-plant extract.
So, Which Do I Choose?
Because there is no industrially accepted definition for broad and full-spectrum, it is critical to inquire about Full Spectrum CBD Wholesale manufacturers’ product definitions. Due to the process involved in creating each, “0 percent THC Full Spectrum” Full Spectrum CBD Wholesale does not exist. Manufacturers who make this claim are either misinformed or intentionally misleading their customers.