Wat is HHC olie ?
HHC is a new cannabinoid that is causing a stir in the cannabis industry, especially in North America. Here, HHC vape cartridges and buds are sold as a legal alternative to THC. Read on to find out what we know about this cannabinoid, including whether it is legal and safe, and what its effects are.
Have you ever heard of hexahydrocannabinol, or 'HHC'? This semi-synthetic cannabinoid is making headlines all over the world, being touted as 'clean', safe, but most importantly, a legal way to experience a high similar to THC. But what is HHC, how is it made and how does it work in the body? This article focuses on this new member of the cannabinoid family, discussing its production, pharmacology and safety.
WHAT IS HEXAHYDROCANNABINOL (HHC)?
What is hexahydrocannabinol (HHC)?
HHC is a cannabinoid that is much talked about in the cannabis community. As with Δ-8 THC, the hype surrounding the substance is largely based on the fact that it resembles Δ-9 THC. But compared to 'traditional' THC, HHC has a much more complicated legal status. In addition, it has a different composition and effects than its natural counterpart.
IS HHC SYNTHETIC OR NATURAL?
Is HHC synthetic or natural?
Many sources describe hexahydrocannabinol as a 'semi-synthetic cannabinoid'. The reason for this is that the HHC currently sold is synthetically derived from THC, even though cannabis plants also contain small amounts of HHC. In fact, it was first discovered in a laboratory setting, rather than in a cannabis plant!
American chemist Roger Adams first synthesized HHC in the 1940s. Adams was the head of the chemistry department at the University of Illinois from 1926 to 1954 and a cannabis researcher at that time. He was even granted a permit to continue studying the plant after the passage of the federal (Marijuana Tax Act in 1937).
It is estimated that Adams, along with more than 250 students he taught during his career, conducted at least 200 different experiments with cannabis during his time at the University of Illinois. Adams and his students isolated and/or synthesized various substances from the plant for the first time, such as THC, CBD and HHC. Furthermore, they documented the unique connections between these and other substances from the cannabis plant.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HHC AND THC?
What is the difference between HHC and THC?
Although cannabis plants naturally contain HHC, the concentrations are generally very low. Large amounts of HHC are required for consumption. That is why HHC is often synthesized in the laboratory from THC. HHC and THC are similar in many ways, but there are a few key differences that set them apart.
DOES HHC DIFFER FROM DELTA-8, DELTA-9 AND DELTA-10?
The main difference is that HHC and THC have a different chemical structure. Δ-8 THC has a double bond with the 8th carbon atom in the central ring, Δ-9 has this bond with the 9th carbon atom and Δ-10 has a similar bond, but with the 10th carbon atom. However, HHC has no double bonds. This small difference makes HHC more stable than THC, meaning it stays intact longer. THC naturally breaks down into CBN when exposed to heat and light.
WHAT DOES HHC DO TO YOU?
What does HHC do with you?
HHC has a wide range of effects. Although it is considered to be less potent than THC, that does not mean it does not deserve a place in cannabis culture. HHC also has plenty to offer, whether you take it through a cartridge or oil.
ARE YOU STONED FROM HHC?
HHC is psychoactive, so it can indeed get you stoned. However, at the moment most information about its effects comes from users, making it very subjective. Nevertheless, HHC manufacturers confirm these stories and claim that HHC is approximately 70 to 80% more powerful than THC.
Unfortunately, little is known about how HHC works in the body. However, its psychoactive effects and similar chemical structure to THC indicate that HHC likely binds to the cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2. But more research is needed to determine the exact mechanism of action.
Users say the effects of HHC are similar to those of THC, but less intense. The effect is said to be a cerebral and 'intoxicating' high that is uplifting, motivating and slightly euphoric. However, it is important to remember that the effects can vary from person to person and depend on many factors, such as your body composition, tolerance to the substance, the setting and even the quality and quantity of the product DOES HHC HAVE SIDE EFFECTS?
As we already mentioned, research into the effects of HHC is still in its infancy. This also applies to its side effects. However, possible side effects include dry eyes, lower blood pressure, light-headedness and dry mouth. But many of these side effects are considered "normal" when using cannabis, although they only occur when consumed in large quantities.
IS HHC LEGAL?
Is HHC legal?
Like other forms of THC, such as Δ-8 and Δ-10, HHC is often touted as a legal way to get high. However, the legal status of these cannabinoid analogues is very complicated and varies from country to country.
In America, for example, HHC is legal according to the 2018 Farm Bill. This law allows minimum amounts of THC in hemp and hemp products. An unintended interpretation of the law allows HHC to be extracted from THC in hemp and sold in all fifty states.
However, as is often the case in the cannabis world, many governments are still in the process of taking a clear position on HHC. Anyone wishing to sell HHC products locally or obtain them from abroad is therefore advised to contact the authorities for more information.
CAN YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR HHC WITH A DRUG TEST?
As we already indicated, little research has been conducted on HHC. This makes it difficult to say with certainty whether the use of the cannabinoid will affect the results of a drug test. In theory, drug tests screen for THC metabolites, primarily 11-OH-THC and THC-COOH. Since HHC is not the same as THC, HHC may not be converted into either of these substances. However, we cannot guarantee this 100%. That is why we recommend that you stop using HHC at least four weeks before you have to undergo a drug test. This way you prevent a possible positive test result.
In addition, minor contaminants in HHC products, such as the presence of Δ-8, Δ-9, or Δ-10 THC, can also result in a positive test result.
IS HHC SAFE?
Is HHC safe?
No research has yet been done on the short- or long-term effects of HHC, as it has only recently become available for large-scale consumption. Most of the information consists of anecdotal evidence and claims from manufacturers of HHC products.
However, a recent report shows that the toxicology of HHC is similar to that of THC. This means that it is essentially considered 'safe' by the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA). However, this is an isolated study; Many more studies are needed to say this with certainty.
If you want to try HHC products, proceed carefully. First, check whether purchasing and/or using HHC is not against the law. In addition, research the HHC manufacturer from whom you want to purchase a product to ensure that it is of high quality. Some manufacturers of HHC products offer third-party test results to help you understand the composition of their products.
Although much is still unknown about HHC, it appears to have some similar effects to THC. And the more we learn about this cannabinoid, the more accessible HHC products will become. We follow new developments closely!
Have you ever heard of hexahydrocannabinol, or 'HHC'? This semi-synthetic cannabinoid is making headlines all over the world, being touted as 'clean', safe, but most importantly, a legal way to experience a high similar to THC. But what is HHC, how is it made and how does it work in the body? This article focuses on this new member of the cannabinoid family, discussing its production, pharmacology and safety.
WHAT IS HEXAHYDROCANNABINOL (HHC)?
What is hexahydrocannabinol (HHC)?
HHC is a cannabinoid that is much talked about in the cannabis community. As with Δ-8 THC, the hype surrounding the substance is largely based on the fact that it resembles Δ-9 THC. But compared to 'traditional' THC, HHC has a much more complicated legal status. In addition, it has a different composition and effects than its natural counterpart.
IS HHC SYNTHETIC OR NATURAL?
Is HHC synthetic or natural?
Many sources describe hexahydrocannabinol as a 'semi-synthetic cannabinoid'. The reason for this is that the HHC currently sold is synthetically derived from THC, even though cannabis plants also contain small amounts of HHC. In fact, it was first discovered in a laboratory setting, rather than in a cannabis plant!
American chemist Roger Adams first synthesized HHC in the 1940s. Adams was the head of the chemistry department at the University of Illinois from 1926 to 1954 and a cannabis researcher at that time. He was even granted a permit to continue studying the plant after the passage of the federal (Marijuana Tax Act in 1937).
It is estimated that Adams, along with more than 250 students he taught during his career, conducted at least 200 different experiments with cannabis during his time at the University of Illinois. Adams and his students isolated and/or synthesized various substances from the plant for the first time, such as THC, CBD and HHC. Furthermore, they documented the unique connections between these and other substances from the cannabis plant.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HHC AND THC?
What is the difference between HHC and THC?
Although cannabis plants naturally contain HHC, the concentrations are generally very low. Large amounts of HHC are required for consumption. That is why HHC is often synthesized in the laboratory from THC. HHC and THC are similar in many ways, but there are a few key differences that set them apart.
DOES HHC DIFFER FROM DELTA-8, DELTA-9 AND DELTA-10?
The main difference is that HHC and THC have a different chemical structure. Δ-8 THC has a double bond with the 8th carbon atom in the central ring, Δ-9 has this bond with the 9th carbon atom and Δ-10 has a similar bond, but with the 10th carbon atom. However, HHC has no double bonds. This small difference makes HHC more stable than THC, meaning it stays intact longer. THC naturally breaks down into CBN when exposed to heat and light.
WHAT DOES HHC DO TO YOU?
What does HHC do with you?
HHC has a wide range of effects. Although it is considered to be less potent than THC, that does not mean it does not deserve a place in cannabis culture. HHC also has plenty to offer, whether you take it through a cartridge or oil.
ARE YOU STONED FROM HHC?
HHC is psychoactive, so it can indeed get you stoned. However, at the moment most information about its effects comes from users, making it very subjective. Nevertheless, HHC manufacturers confirm these stories and claim that HHC is approximately 70 to 80% more powerful than THC.
Unfortunately, little is known about how HHC works in the body. However, its psychoactive effects and similar chemical structure to THC indicate that HHC likely binds to the cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2. But more research is needed to determine the exact mechanism of action.
Users say the effects of HHC are similar to those of THC, but less intense. The effect is said to be a cerebral and 'intoxicating' high that is uplifting, motivating and slightly euphoric. However, it is important to remember that the effects can vary from person to person and depend on many factors, such as your body composition, tolerance to the substance, the setting and even the quality and quantity of the product DOES HHC HAVE SIDE EFFECTS?
As we already mentioned, research into the effects of HHC is still in its infancy. This also applies to its side effects. However, possible side effects include dry eyes, lower blood pressure, light-headedness and dry mouth. But many of these side effects are considered "normal" when using cannabis, although they only occur when consumed in large quantities.
IS HHC LEGAL?
Is HHC legal?
Like other forms of THC, such as Δ-8 and Δ-10, HHC is often touted as a legal way to get high. However, the legal status of these cannabinoid analogues is very complicated and varies from country to country.
In America, for example, HHC is legal according to the 2018 Farm Bill. This law allows minimum amounts of THC in hemp and hemp products. An unintended interpretation of the law allows HHC to be extracted from THC in hemp and sold in all fifty states.
However, as is often the case in the cannabis world, many governments are still in the process of taking a clear position on HHC. Anyone wishing to sell HHC products locally or obtain them from abroad is therefore advised to contact the authorities for more information.
CAN YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR HHC WITH A DRUG TEST?
As we already indicated, little research has been conducted on HHC. This makes it difficult to say with certainty whether the use of the cannabinoid will affect the results of a drug test. In theory, drug tests screen for THC metabolites, primarily 11-OH-THC and THC-COOH. Since HHC is not the same as THC, HHC may not be converted into either of these substances. However, we cannot guarantee this 100%. That is why we recommend that you stop using HHC at least four weeks before you have to undergo a drug test. This way you prevent a possible positive test result.
In addition, minor contaminants in HHC products, such as the presence of Δ-8, Δ-9, or Δ-10 THC, can also result in a positive test result.
IS HHC SAFE?
Is HHC safe?
No research has yet been done on the short- or long-term effects of HHC, as it has only recently become available for large-scale consumption. Most of the information consists of anecdotal evidence and claims from manufacturers of HHC products.
However, a recent report shows that the toxicology of HHC is similar to that of THC. This means that it is essentially considered 'safe' by the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA). However, this is an isolated study; Many more studies are needed to say this with certainty.
If you want to try HHC products, proceed carefully. First, check whether purchasing and/or using HHC is not against the law. In addition, research the HHC manufacturer from whom you want to purchase a product to ensure that it is of high quality. Some manufacturers of HHC products offer third-party test results to help you understand the composition of their products.
Although much is still unknown about HHC, it appears to have some similar effects to THC. And the more we learn about this cannabinoid, the more accessible HHC products will become. We follow new developments closely!