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Hash with Delta-9-THCO
Risk assessment
This sample, declared as THC hashish, contained, in addition to THC (27.0%) and CBD (1.8%), the cannabinoid ∆9-THCO.
∆9-THCO is not present in cannabis plants and the products derived from them. That is why it was most likely subsequently incorporated into the hashish.
∆9-THCO (Delta-9-THCO, THC-O) is a semi-synthetic psychoactive cannabinoid and an acetate of the "classic" THC (∆9-THC). The substance has a similar spectrum of activity as THC. However, the substance is reportedly up to three times more potent than THC.
Additionally, studies have shown that when acetates (O-compounds such as ∆9-THCO, ∆8-THCO, or HHC-O) are heated, as occurs during burning, baking, or vaporization, the chemical compound ketene is formed. Ketene is acutely toxic and can cause respiratory problems and lung failure.
More information on the conversion of acetates to ketene can be found here.
Forms of consumption in which the substance is heated are strongly discouraged!
If the substance is taken as eddible (should not be heated) or tincture, this transformation does not occur.
No information is available on the short- and long-term side effects of THC-O. Completely unknown is the possible interaction with THC and CBD.
At present, various hashish and cannabis samples are in circulation which contain synthetic or semi-synthetic cannabinoids. It is essential to have these analyzed before consumption!
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Safer Use
Testing
With newly purchased, unfamiliar cannabis products, it is advisable to test only a small amount the first time (take two or three puffs) and then wait about 15 minutes for the effect to develop. If the effect is unusual, do not continue to use the product!
Mixed use
Avoid mixed use. Mixed use with other substances (including alcohol or medications) is very risky because of the unpredictable and still unknown interactions. Avoid mixed use with MAO inhibitors, opioids or tranquilizers.
Mix well
Mix your cannabis products well before consumption (ideally use a grinder) to avoid a high concentration of possible synthetic cannabinoids on individual flower parts. Particular care should be taken with residual material that has fallen off the outer parts of the flower, as this is often likely to contain a particularly high concentration of synthetic cannabinoids.
Disclaimer
If you are in possession of a substance that does not appear on this page, this in no way means that it contains the expected ingredient or that it should be safe. The warnings we publish only refer to the substances listed in our Drug Checking offers, these substances pose a high risk of consumption and should not be consumed. A substance may have the same visual appearance (shape, size, colour, etc.) and yet have different ingredients or a different composition. There is no drug use without risk! Only a complete renunciation of drugs is risk-free! If you still decide to use drugs, you should at least follow the safer use rules.
