CBD vs. HHC Hashish: What is it, how is it made and how does it work?
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What is hashish and how is it made?
Hashish comes from the female flowers of the cannabis plant, specifically the resin. The resin on the trichomes (the fine 'hairs' on the female flowers) is sieved through a fine sieve to separate it from the plant matter. This produces a powder rich in cannabinoids and terpenes, known as kief, which is the basis for hashish production. The kief is then processed by pressure and heat into a compact mass.
There are, of course, other techniques, such as the well-known charas, a traditional production method originating in the Himalayas and India. There, hashish is made from fresh cannabis flowers which are rubbed between the palms of the hands for several hours. The resin is then scraped from the palms and pressed into a homogeneous ball. It is usually dark brown or black, slightly sticky and soft at room temperature.
Hashish in these forms is considered a banned substance in the Czech Republic because of its high content of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a listed narcotic. However, this is not the case for CBD and HHC hashish, which is the focus of our work.
CBD hashish
CBD hash, sometimes also referred to as CBD hash or CBD resin, is also extracted from the cannabis plant, but in this case it is a technical cannabis with a permitted THC limit of up to 1% (in practice, most CBD hashes on offer have a maximum of 0.2-0.3% THC).
While the dominant substance in classic hash is THC, in this form of hemp hash, as the name suggests, it is CBD or cannabidiol. The amount of CBD can vary depending on the product and brand. The standard concentration ranges from 6% to 25%, but there are also stronger variants.
Effects of CBD
CBD is a non-psychoactive substance known for its beneficial effects on the human body and therapeutic potential. CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system, which affects a number of important functions in the body, such as immunity, digestion, sleep and mood regulation. CBD can be a useful supplement in these cases:
- stress, anxiety and nervousness
- to relieve chronic pain
- skin problems such as eczema and acne
- to reduce inflammation
- insomnia
In addition to hashish, popular CBD oils and drops, capsules, teas, CBD cosmetics and other cannabidiol products are also available on the market.
How to use CBD hashish?
CBD resin is available on the market from different varieties of industrial hemp, enriched with terpenes that give it a specific taste and aroma.
Hashish is most commonly smoked or vaporised. Some use it orally in food or drinks. However, it should be noted that in this country, due to Czech law, it is sold only for collectors' or industrial, technical and horticultural purposes, not for smoking or direct consumption.
HHC hashish
HHC hashish, like CBD hashish, is derived from technical hemp plants with a permitted THC limit. However, unlike CBD hashish, it also contains a high proportion of HHC extract. HHC, or hexahydrocannabinol, was first produced by American chemist Roger Adams when he added hydrogen molecules to THC.
HHC also occurs naturally in cannabis, but only in trace amounts; direct extraction from the plant would be too expensive. So it is currently produced in the laboratory from other cannabinoids such as CBD or the terpenes citronellal, olivetol and L-carvone.
Effects of HHC hashish
We do not yet have enough information on the semi-synthetic cannabinoid HHC, researceh is at an early stage and the long-term effects of use are unknown. According to the available information, HHC may have euphoric, relaxing or sedative effects and may also cause changes in visual and auditory perception.
HHC hashish typically contains 30-50 % HHC and around 15-25 % CBD. HHC hashish is also sold only for collector, industrial, technical and horticultural purposes, due to Czech legislation.
Conclusion:
Both HHC and CBD hashish are obtained from the resin of industrial hemp with the permitted THC limit. CBD is used to relieve chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety and stress. The effects of (CBD) have been the subject of clinical studies for several years.
HHC is produced in the laboratory, the effects are stronger than CBD, and HHC can also cause changes in perception. The dominant cannabinoid in HHC hashish is hexahydrocannabinol, with cannabidiol also present in smaller amounts.
If you are choosing CBD or HHC products, always only go with verified and trusted manufacturers (suppliers) who offer quality and pure products without chemicals or solvents.
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