THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) Federal Classification
THC is a psychotomimetic compound. By and large it is a psychoactive substance. It can cause changes in perception, mood and other mental states. As such the federal government regulates THC. It is currently classified as Schedule 1 drug.
(Which according to the government, pigeonholes it as a drug with no currently accepted medical use – What?)
Just to note: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a few THC-based medications.
Namely:
- dronabinol (Marinol®) and
- nabilone (Cesamet®)
Does anyone else see the irony here?
Cannabis Flower
Look closely! This flower bud and sugar leaves are covered in trichomes. Trichomes are very delicate hair-like crystal structures. These contain a range of cannabinoids. We do our best to ensure that the crystals are not damaged nor lost during the trimming and curing phase.
![Phytocannabinoids Chemical Structure of CBD, CBG and THC](https://www.oktogrow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/phytocannabinoids.jpg)
CBD, CBG and THC
(Above) The Chemical Structure of Three Frequently Referenced Cannabinoids
What about in the State of New York?
To note: our farm is located in the Northern Catskills, NY
To clarify, in our home state of NY the law is as follows *this is copied directly from the NY Office of Cannabis Management’ website:
- It is legal for adults 21 years or older to possess 3 ounces of cannabis and 24 grams of cannabis concentrate (edibles, oil).
- It is legal for adults 21 years or older to consume cannabis in a private home or in most places tobacco can be consumed, with the exception of consumption in a motor vehicle, a private business (such as a restaurant patio), a hookah or “cigar bar,” or on federal property.
- It is legal for adults 21 years or older to “share” cannabis without compensation, to a person 21 years or older under the legal possession limit, but the sale of a service or commodity associated with the sharing is prohibited, including so-called “gifting.”