Concentrate

The term concentrate refers to a product obtained from hemp through a process intended to isolate, extract or bring together certain compounds naturally present in the plant. Unlike raw flowers, a concentrate generally has a higher concentration of certain constituents, such as cannabinoids or terpenes.

How is a concentrate obtained?

Concentrates can be produced using various processing methods. Some techniques use solvents, while others rely on mechanical or physical processes. The final result depends on the method used, the raw material and the compounds one wishes to preserve or highlight.

What compounds are found in a concentrate?

A concentrate may contain cannabinoids such as CBD, CBG, CBN or other molecules naturally present in hemp. Depending on the process used, it may also retain some terpenes, flavonoids or other plant constituents. The exact composition varies from one product to another.

Concentrate, extract and isolate: what is the difference?

The terms concentrate, extract and isolate are sometimes used together, but they do not always refer to the same thing. A concentrate is a general category covering various products enriched with hemp compounds. An extract generally refers to the result of a specific extraction process, while an isolate corresponds to an almost pure molecule obtained after several purification steps.

The different types of concentrates

In the world of hemp, several products may be considered concentrates. This is notably the case for certain resins, rosin, wax, shatter, certain distillates and other cannabinoid-rich extracts. Each category has its own characteristics, texture and composition.

The role of concentrates in the hemp industry

Concentrates now play an important role in the hemp industry. They are used as a base for making many products, such as oils, resins, certain cosmetics, e-liquids and other specialised formulations. Their development reflects the evolution of processing techniques and analytical methods used in the hemp sector.