PharmLabs

PharmLabs PharmLabs provides the cannabis community with lab testing and analytical services for Compliance Testing and Quality Assurance purposes.

🚨 Industry Update: Proposed Federal H**p Regulations Under Review.Federal lawmakers are advancing legislation to tighten...
11/14/2025

🚨 Industry Update: Proposed Federal H**p Regulations Under Review.

Federal lawmakers are advancing legislation to tighten regulations on h**p-derived products, following rising concerns about unregulated THC levels, safety risks, and inconsistent product labeling. With support from state attorneys general and regulatory agencies, the bill aims to redefine h**p at the federal level and close loopholes some manufacturers have used to produce intoxicating products. As the h**p and cannabis industries evolve, ISO-accredited lab testing becomes increasingly important to ensure product safety, transparency, and regulatory compliance.

Read Full Article Here 👇
https://stateline.org/2025/11/12/congress-pushes-h**p-crackdown-after-pressure-from-states-marijuana-industry

As discussions evolve, accurate, ISO-accredited testing remains essential to maintaining product integrity, ensuring compliance, and building consumer trust.

At PharmLabs, we’re committed to supporting producers, manufacturers, and retailers with reliable, science-backed testing across cannabinoids, alkaloids, psychedelics, and more.

📊 Stay informed. Stay compliant. Stay trusted.
🔗 Visit sdpharmlabs.com to learn more about how we help brands lead with confidence.

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MYTH vs FACT 🔬
Just because something is natural doesn’t mean it’s clean! On this week’s Myth or Fact we asked our follo...
11/14/2025

MYTH vs FACT 🔬

Just because something is natural doesn’t mean it’s clean! On this week’s Myth or Fact we asked our followers if Plant derived products like Cannabis, H**p or 7- Hydroxy Mitragynine don’t need testing because they are natural?

And the answer is….

FALSE: Plant-derived products including cannabis, h**p, 7- Hydroxy mitragynine, botanicals, and nutraceutical ingredients still require full laboratory testing to ensure they’re free from harmful contaminants.

🌿 Why natural products still need testing:
• Plants can absorb heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium) from soil.
• Improper cultivation may result in pesticide residues.
• Post-harvest conditions can introduce microbial contamination.
• Poor storage can lead to mold and mycotoxins.
• Supply-chain variability means every batch is different.

At PharmLabs, we provide ISO/IEC 17025 & DEA-accredited testing to verify:
✔️ Potency
✔️ Purity
✔️ Heavy Metals
✔️ Microbial & Mycotoxins
✔️ Pesticides
✔️ Terpenes
✔️ Peptides
✔️ Alkaloids (including mitragynine)
✔️ And more

Our mission is simple: Transparency, accuracy, and trust for every product. Whether you’re a cultivator, manufacturer, distributor, or formulator testing protects your brand and your customers.

📞 Questions about what your product needs? Our team can help.

Contact us at (619) 356-0898 or visit www.sdpharmlabs.com to request a free quote today.

🧪 Potency vs. Purity what’s the difference, and why does it matter?While these terms are often used together, they measu...
11/11/2025

🧪 Potency vs. Purity what’s the difference, and why does it matter?

While these terms are often used together, they measure very different aspects of product quality:

🔬 Potency testing quantifies the active compounds present such as cannabinoids, terpenes, or peptides ensuring the product label accurately reflects what’s inside. Accurate potency data helps maintain consumer trust and supports regulatory transparency.

🧪 Purity testing, on the other hand, verifies that a product is free from harmful contaminants like pesticides, residual solvents, heavy metals, and microbial impurities. This ensures the material meets both safety standards and compliance requirements before it ever reaches consumers.

Together, potency and purity testing create a complete picture of product integrity, confirming both what’s in your product and what’s not.

At PharmLabs, our ISO/IEC 17025 accredited and DEA-registered laboratory provides full-panel testing services to help clients stay compliant, transparent, and trusted across every category.

✅ Accurate Results
✅ Full Regulatory Compliance
✅ Trusted by Licensed Operators Since 2011

Ready to verify your product’s quality and compliance?
👉 Connect with our team today to request a free quote or schedule your next batch test.

📞 (619) 356-0898
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 information@sdpharmlabs.com

Industry News Of The Week 🧠 New research from Stanford Medicine is shedding light on a potential breakthrough for vetera...
11/10/2025

Industry News Of The Week 🧠

New research from Stanford Medicine is shedding light on a potential breakthrough for veterans struggling with PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

In a recent study, 30 special-operations veterans received a treatment using the plant-derived compound ibogaine, combined with magnesium for safety. Within one month, participants reported:

🔹 88% reduction in PTSD symptoms.
🔹 87% reduction in depression.
🔹 81% reduction in anxiety.

Brain imaging showed changes in neural activity linked to improved cognitive function and reduced stress response, suggesting ibogaine may play a role in helping the brain heal from trauma.

⚠️ Important Note: Ibogaine is not FDA-approved and remains illegal for use in the U.S.. This study was conducted under medical supervision abroad. PharmLabs does not perform ibogaine testing, we’re sharing this research purely for educational purposes.

🔬 At PharmLabs, we believe scientific transparency and safety should guide every new therapeutic discovery. Whether it’s cannabis, peptides, or other emerging compounds, accurate and compliant laboratory testing ensures integrity, safety, and trust.

Read the full study at Stanford Medicine Here 👇
ibogaine-ptsd.html

Did you know terpenes and cannabinoids work together to create the unique effects, aroma, and therapeutic potential of c...
11/06/2025

Did you know terpenes and cannabinoids work together to create the unique effects, aroma, and therapeutic potential of cannabis? 🌿

While they’re often discussed together, these compounds play very different but equally important roles in product formulation and consumer experience.

🔬 Cannabinoids (like THC, CBD, and CBN) interact directly with the body’s endocannabinoid system, influencing mood, relaxation, and physiological responses.

🌸 Terpenes, on the other hand, are aromatic compounds responsible for each strain’s distinct scent and flavor profile. Beyond aroma, research shows terpenes can enhance or modify cannabinoid activity through what’s known as the “entourage effect.”

At PharmLabs, we perform comprehensive terpene and cannabinoid profiling using validated analytical methods to help brands:

✅ Verify strain authenticity.
✅ Enhance product consistency and quality.
✅ Accurately label potency and aroma profiles.
✅ Ensure compliance with state regulations.

Understanding both components is essential for scientifically backed formulations and consumer transparency and that’s exactly what we’re here to provide.

Have questions about terpene or cannabinoid testing? Connect with our team today to learn how PharmLabs can support your compliance and product development needs.

📞 (619) 356-0898
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

🔬 MYTH or FACT: Can product quality be accurately defined by THC percentage alone?🚫 Myth.
While THC plays a role in pote...
11/04/2025

🔬 MYTH or FACT: Can product quality be accurately defined by THC percentage alone?

🚫 Myth.
While THC plays a role in potency, it is only one of many components that contribute to a product’s overall profile. Quality is determined by a combination of factors including cannabinoid balance, terpene composition, purity, and contaminant safety.
A product with a higher THC value may not necessarily be safer, more effective, or superior in quality. True excellence lies in consistency, cleanliness, and the integrity of the formulation.

At PharmLabs, our ISO-accredited team provides comprehensive analytical testing designed to capture the complete picture of product quality.

We evaluate parameters such as:
* Cannabinoid and terpene profiles
* Heavy metals, residual solvents, and pesticides
* Microbial and mycotoxin safety
* Purity and stability

Understanding these variables helps producers maintain compliance and helps consumers make informed, science-based decisions.

✅ Quality is not defined by one number, it is defined by data you can trust.

🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
☎️ (619) 356-0898
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

🧪 Question of the Week:🗣️ WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Whether it’s cannabis, peptides, botanical, or mushroom-derived prod...
11/04/2025

🧪 Question of the Week:

🗣️ WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Whether it’s cannabis, peptides, botanical, or mushroom-derived products, what’s the #1 question you’d ask a lab before buying or formulating a product?

At PharmLabs, transparency and accuracy are at the heart of everything we do. Our ISO-accredited team provides comprehensive analytical testing across multiple industries from potency, purity, and microbial analysis to heavy metal detection, residual solvents, and stability studies.

Understanding what to ask your lab ensures you’re working with results backed by science not assumptions.

Drop your question in the comments ⬇️
Your submission might be featured in next week’s educational testing post!

🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
☎️ (619) 356-0898
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

‼️ Industry News for this week,Ohio h**p regulation update: a state court has temporarily extended the pause on Governor...
10/31/2025

‼️ Industry News for this week,

Ohio h**p regulation update: a state court has temporarily extended the pause on Governor DeWine’s order restricting sales of certain h**p-derived products until December 2, 2025.

The decision gives manufacturers and retailers additional time to adapt as the state reviews its approach to h**p-derived compounds. While this pause provides short-term relief, it also underscores the growing need for accurate testing, documentation, and compliance readiness within the h**p and cannabinoid industries.

🔍 Key takeaways:

• Regulations surrounding h**p-derived compounds continue to evolve nationwide.
• Verified, third-party testing helps demonstrate product quality and regulatory alignment.
• Maintaining complete Certificates of Analysis (COAs) ensures transparency and consumer trust.

Read full article here 👇🏽
https://www.cannabissciencetech.com/view/ohio-h**p-ban-stalled-as-judge-extends-restraining-order-against-gov-dewine-s-executive-order

🧪 At PharmLabs, we provide comprehensive testing for h**p, cannabis, kratom, and dietary supplements including potency, heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, microbials, and more.

Stay informed. Stay compliant.
Partner with PharmLabs for verified, ISO-accredited testing that keeps your products and your brand ahead of changing regulations.

📞 (619) 356-0898
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

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10/31/2025

🚨 New Chain of Custody Form Now Available.

To improve accuracy, compliance, and workflow efficiency, PharmLabs has released a new Laboratory Sample Chain of Custody (COC) form effective immediately for all client submissions.

This updated form enhances traceability and ensures full ISO/IEC 17025 and DEA compliance, covering every step from sample receipt to results reporting.

It includes:

✅ Clear sample identification and type selection
✅ Updated potency and compound panel options (Psilocybin, Muscimol, Kratom, Tryptamines & more)
✅ Streamlined R&D and regulatory documentation
✅ Simplified results format and submission fields

⚠️ To prevent delays in processing, please download and use the new COC form for all future submissions.
Older versions will no longer be accepted after January 1, 2026.

🔬 Maintain full transparency and accuracy in every test with PharmLabs , your trusted ISO/DEA-accredited analytical testing partner.

📥 Download the updated form on our website under the Chain Of Custody tab.

🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📞 (619) 356-0898
✉️ info@sdpharmlabs.com

🚨 INDUSTRY NEWS THIS WEEKOhio h**p policy update: sales of intoxicating h**p products can continue for now thanks to a c...
10/30/2025

🚨 INDUSTRY NEWS THIS WEEK

Ohio h**p policy update: sales of intoxicating h**p products can continue for now thanks to a court-ordered extension.

A judge has paused Mike DeWine’s 90-day ban on h**p-derived THC products until December 2, 2025, giving manufacturers and retailers vital time to adapt. As regulatory oversight intensifies, brands must lean on robust testing and documentation to stay ahead.

Read Full Article Here 👇
https://www.cannabissciencetech.com/view/ohio-h**p-ban-stalled-as-judge-extends-restraining-order-against-gov-dewine-s-executive-order

🔍 What this means for you:

• Regulatory landscapes can shift rapidly, having test results isn’t optional.
• Products derived from h**p-THC or similar compounds must be supported by accurate COAs and full-panel testing.
• Working with an ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited lab helps your brand demonstrate quality, compliance, and transparency.

🧪 At PharmLabs, we’re ready to support your product testing needs from potency to contaminants, heavy metals to residual solvents, and everything in between. Ensure your products are compliant, documented, and market-ready.

📞 (619) 356-0898
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

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This weeks Myth Or Fact Questions 👇 Myth: Lab testing is only necessary when required for compliance?
Fact: It’s the fou...
10/29/2025

This weeks Myth Or Fact Questions 👇

Myth: Lab testing is only necessary when required for compliance?

Fact: It’s the foundation of product safety, consistency, and consumer trust.

Routine lab testing ensures your products are free from harmful contaminants including heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, mycotoxins, and microbial growth while verifying potency and label accuracy across every batch.

At PharmLabs, our ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited methods help brands stay compliant, transparent, and ahead of evolving regulations. We don’t just test for compliance, we test for confidence.

🧪 Protect your products, your brand, and your customers.
Partner with PharmLabs for full-panel testing and results you can trust.

📞 (619) 356-0898
🌐 www.sdpharmlabs.com
📧 info@sdpharmlabs.com

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PharmLabs provides the cannabis community with lab testing and analytical services to ensure consumers have access to safe medicine. We offer informational testing for consumers and quality assurance purposes as well as full California Compliance testing including Random Sampling; your required first step towards Compliance which is performed by a trained Specialist.