Source: Goldenhour Collective
EXCERPT:
In an episode of The Goldenhour Podcast, David Spradlin, CEO of Golden Hour Collective, shed light on the growing confusion surrounding intoxicating hemp-derived products like Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC. As the cannabis industry expands, consumers are faced with a dizzying array of options, many of which lack the safety and quality standards of regulated cannabis.
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The proliferation of intoxicating hemp-derived products stems from a loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized the commercial production of hemp. While hemp has many beneficial uses, some companies have exploited this loophole to create intoxicating products that mimic traditional cannabis.
"These products are largely unregulated," David noted. "They’re not lab-tested, and many contain harmful contaminants like heavy metals and pesticides."
The lack of oversight is a significant concern.
"I’ve seen lab tests of some of these products, and the results are horrifying," David said. "Heavy metals, pesticides, and other contaminants are often off the charts."
This is a stark contrast to California’s regulated cannabis market, which has some of the most stringent testing requirements in the country.
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