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Edibles with Delta-9 THC? Yes, it's possible!
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No, you're not dreaming, we are indeed in France, and we are indeed talking about food products enriched with Delta 9 THC, the famous tetrahydrocannabinol.
Gummies (candy), brownies, cookies, syrups and more, all enhanced with THC alone or with THC-CBD or THC-CBN combinations for even more effect.
Think it's too good to be true? Let us explain!
Legal THC products
You are no doubt aware that in France, even though Snoop Dogg carries the Olympic torch, the authorities do not look favorably upon the consumption of THC.
This doesn't prevent the country from ranking among the top consumers in Europe. It's estimated that one in two French people smokes cannabis at some point in their lives, representing a vast market that manufacturers dream of conquering. To do so, they develop products that appeal to consumers while respecting current regulations.
In France, as in most European countries, the sale and consumption of THC are not prohibited as long as the product contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC. This is the case for gummies.
These products generally come in 5 or 12.5 grams and can reach a THC concentration of 10 and 25 mg respectively.
This THC dose is equivalent to that found in 0.3g of cannabis flowers with 20% THC.
This is how manufacturers can offer products containing a relatively high dose of Delta-9 THC while complying with French and European regulations.
Delta 9 THC and THC: what's the difference?
Delta-9 THC is a cannabinoid. Other analogs exist, such as Delta-8, 10, and 11 THC. However, Delta-9 THC is the molecule primarily found in cannabis flowers and is responsible for its psychoactive effects . Therefore, it is conventionally called THC
The effects of Delta 9 THC edibles
As you probably know, THC is a fragile molecule; when THC is smoked, some of the active ingredient is destroyed. When consumed in the form of gummies, cookies, or brownies, a larger proportion of THC is converted into 11-OH THC, its main psychoactive metabolite—it's somewhat like the THC version of 10-OH HHC. Nevertheless, the effects are roughly the same:
- Physical relaxation and unwinding
- A rush of euphoria
- Stimulates appetite
- Causes a high effect
When THC is ingested, its effects take longer to appear (between 30 minutes and 2 hours) and last longer. Like cannabis, D9 THC gummies can also cause a bad trip, so it's important to avoid overconsumption.
Delta 8 THC vs Delta 9 THC
Delta 8 and 9 THC are very similar. Their chemical structure differs only in the carbon chain. Delta 9 has a double bond—a chemical bond where two pairs of electrons are shared between two atoms—between the ninth and tenth carbons of the chain, while in Delta 8, this double bond is located between the eighth and ninth carbons.
If you have followed our previous items, particularly those about THCB, THCP and THCJD, you know that even a minor change results in a different stimulation of the endocannabinoid receptors, which changes the effects of the molecule.
Research indicates that Delta 8 THC is absorbed less rapidly than Delta 9, resulting in a slower and milder effect. It is also less potent, approximately 50 to 80% of the strength of Delta 9.Finally, this gentler action produces a lighter, clearer high with less risk of paranoia and a "bad trip."
Edible delta 9 thc and tests
Apart from warnings about overconsumption, and although these sweets are legal under the legislation, consuming gummies and other cookies with Delta 9 thc can make you test positive, which can lead to penalties for drivers, athletes, and other regulated bodies such as the military.
THC tests: how long does Delta-9 THC remain in the blood
A positive THC test depends on several factors, such as your consumption habits and the type of test performed. Traces of THC can be detected in urine for 3 to 5 days in occasional users and up to 30 to 70 days in heavy users.
In the blood, the duration is shorter, between 2 and 8 hours for an occasional user and up to several weeks for the most regular users.
Finally, in saliva, Delta-9 THC, even when ingested, can be detected up to 8 hours after ingestion for the heaviest consumers or large doses.
How to test positive for less time on Delta 9 THC?
There are several solutions that could allow you to test positive for a shorter time on THC tests when you have consumed CBD or delta 9 THC edibles.
- Kleaner anti-THC : which aims to temporarily neutralize THC residues present in saliva by modifying the pH of the mouth.
- Hydration: Drinking plenty of water or naturally diuretic products, such as coffee or tea, can help dilute traces of delta 9 THC in the urine.
- Sports activity or sauna: Sweating helps eliminate toxins present in the blood; regularly engaging in sports activity or using a sauna can help eliminate THC from the blood.
It should be noted that the above techniques offer variable results and depend on several factors.
