The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) announced last week that the agency will begin auditing the THC potency levels of retail cannabis products, WWLP reports.
The audits will test products from the regulated market for THC potency, and if the test results report something outside of 75 to 125% what is listed on the label, the product will be removed from store shelves.
The agency said the process will help consumers and public safety.
“Verifying that marijuana and marijuana products are accurately labeled is critical to the Commission’s mission of safely, equitably, and effectively providing Massachusetts residents access to this industry. This effort aims to improve patient and consumer awareness statewide and takes into consideration that THC potency is variable for marijuana flower products, it degrades over time when it is stored, and other factors.” — CCC Executive Director Travis Ahern, in a statement
Meanwhile, Gov. Maura Healey (D) appointed three new CCC commissioners last week. The appointments came about a month after Healey signed a law reducing the number of commissioners from five to three, all of whom are appointed by the governor.
The Commission now includes Christopher Harding, Xiomara DeLobato, and Anthony Wilson, with Harding designated as the Chair.
