Hemp Testing in Colorado
As hemp-sourced CBD products gain popularity with consumers, increasing regulations have been put in place to ensure product consistency, quality, and safety. Increased competition in the industry has driven brands to raise their standard of quality higher than ever before, implementing a range of quality assurance testing measures to guarantee that consumers receive only the very best.
Additionally, for Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) registered hemp cultivators and Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) hemp products manufacturers, new rules are in effect requiring testing, dictating legal requirements for all industrial hemp products. Before products can be offered for sale in Colorado recreational or medical dispensaries, state-approved hemp testing must be completed. Nordic Analytical Laboratories has been approved to conduct MED-required hemp testing, providing our clients with exceptionally accurate, fast, and convenient testing to suit their specific needs.
Hemp Lab Testing Services from Nordic Analytical Laboratories
Nordic Analytical Laboratories offers hemp testing to industrial hemp cultivators registered through the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) and industrial hemp product manufacturers registered with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). For organizations that farm hemp or manufacture CBD in Colorado, our cannabis labs in Denver and Pueblo offers convenient, MED-compliant hemp testing to suit all regulatory needs.
Industrial Hemp Cultivators Registered with the CDA
In order to submit hemp flower samples, registered cultivators must sign up for METRC access and transfer samples through METRC with a manifest and tags. For more information on getting started with METRC, visit https://www.metrc.com/colorado-industrial-hemp.
Industrial Hemp Product Manufacturers
In order to submit hemp product samples, Nordic requests that registered manufacturers send a valid copy of their CDPHE registration prior to submitting samples. Once samples are received, we will create the necessary METRC tags and process samples accordingly.
Testing Requirements for Hemp Products Sold in Marijuana Dispensaries
Effective July 1, 2020, all industrial hemp products sold in medical marijuana dispensaries and retail marijuana dispensaries must be tested for all state-mandated tests prior to being sold to a patient or consumer. These regulations can be found in sections CCR 212-3 Sections 3-1025 & 4-110 of the MED regulations.
Sample Submission Requirements for Hemp Testing
All sample submissions must comply with MED testing regulations for marijuana products. Nordic Analytical Laboratories’ standard sample submission requirements include the minimum sampling requirements outlined in the MED regulations.
Expected Turnaround Times for Hemp Testing
Generally, our cannabis testing laboratories in Pueblo and Denver can provide a rapid turnaround time for hemp testing, averaging between 2 and 4 days for accurate, reliable results. If you are in need of rush services, please contact our laboratory team for more information and availability.
Why Choose Nordic Analytical Laboratories?
In the interest of maintaining MED compliance, product quality, and consumer safety, hemp testing is a critical addition to your quality assurance measures. Not only is hemp testing key to your brand’s reputation, but it is also a requirement that is currently being enforced. For industrial hemp cultivators and hemp product manufacturers, Nordic Analytical Laboratories is proud to be a trusted provider of state-approved hemp testing services.
Our highly trained team utilizes advanced equipment and industry-leading scientific standards to conduct all testing. As a result, Colorado cultivators, manufacturers, retailers, and others can have full confidence in the integrity and accuracy of all test results. With two cannabis testing labs conveniently located in Pueblo and Denver, Colorado, we provide the ultimate in fast, hassle-free testing.
For additional information about hemp testing and other cannabis testing services from Nordic Analytical Laboratories, please contact our labs today.
What Our Valued Clients Are Saying
“From intake to the results, Nordic is top notch! I’ve had bad experiences with testing my products in the past, but never again now that I have the best lab in Colorado doing my testing!” – Fredy S.