{"id":880,"date":"2020-01-10T01:42:29","date_gmt":"2020-01-10T01:42:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medicalmarijuanainc.com\/?p=759199"},"modified":"2020-01-10T01:42:29","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T01:42:29","slug":"how-to-read-the-cbd-labeling-like-an-expert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medicalmarijuanainc.com\/2020\/01\/10\/how-to-read-the-cbd-labeling-like-an-expert\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Read CBD Labels like an Expert"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What goes into labeling CBD oil product packaging? Learn the ins and outs of what product facts to look for when reading the back of every CBD label.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re a seasoned CBD user or just getting started, knowing what the facts on CBD labels look like is key to gaining the best experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that understanding CBD labeling can be a challenge. With CBD labeling laws and regulations still being deliberated by the FDA, CBD labels and the information they provide can vary significantly between brands and products. Even so, most CBD oil product labels provide the same general product facts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CBD is more popular than ever, and new customers are faced with deciphering hemp labels every day. In today\u2019s world, you need to be a savvy reader to understand CBD product labels clearly, no matter whether you\u2019re shopping for CBD online or in a brick-and-mortar store. Keep reading below to find out how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CBD Product Label Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Unfortunately at the moment, there are no product labeling guidelines for hemp-derived CBD. The federal regulations for CBD label requirements are expected from the FDA soon, but as for now, many companies design their CBD labels to either resemble a Nutrition Facts label found on most packaged foods and beverages, or to look like dietary supplement labeling that lists the name and place of the manufacturer, a list of ingredients, and the net contents of the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CBD oil products are safe<\/a> and well-tolerated, provided they’re made and tested responsibly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until FDA rules are in place, CBD manufacturers are free to put whatever they want in their products and on their hemp labels. In this period of no regulations, it\u2019s a good idea to not only closely examine the labels of products you\u2019re considering buying, but to also do a little research<\/a> before making that CBD purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Read CBD Labels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is an overview of what type of info is available on most CBD labels, and what the facts label on most CBD oil products looks like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CBD Potency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most important pieces of information on CBD labels is the total amount of cannabidiol in the entire product, whether it\u2019s a bottle, oral applicator, or jar. Every CBD product label should clearly state the total amount of CBD it contains in milligrams (mg). A milligram is one-thousandth of a gram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CBD potency can vary significantly by product. Lower potency CBD products, such as tinctures, may contain 100 mg of CBD in a bottle, while higher potency CBD products like some CBD oil concentrates can contain as much as 4500 mg of CBD. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Number and Size of CBD Servings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many CBD labels will also convey the number and size of CBD servings in each package. You\u2019ll see this information generally listed out as \u201cServing Size\u201d (Ex: \u00be teaspoon) and \u201cServings Per Container\u201d (Ex: Approx. 32)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quality CBD manufacturers will also include information on the amount of CBD in milligrams in each serving (Ex: 31 mg)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that there is no standard serving of CBD and that the ideal CBD serving for you will depend on a variety of factors, including body weight, metabolism, condition, method of consumption, and more. Learn more about how to best dial in on the right CBD serving size<\/a> for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Batch or Lot Numbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

More respected CBD product manufacturers will also list batch or lot numbers on the labels of their CBD products. Batch and lot numbers are a sign of accountability because if there is an issue or recall, regulators or the company can hold that entire batch or lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When CBD labels have no batch or lot number, it\u2019s impossible to tell when or where that product was made, and whether it is part of the lot experiencing a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CBD Oil Expiration Date<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While CBD oil products tend to be shelf-stable and long-lasting, CBD does degrade over time. The fresher your CBD oil product, the better. Some hemp labels will provide you with either a manufacturing or CBD oil expiration date. Most CBD products should be consumed within months of their manufacturing date, and prior to their expiration date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Type of CBD Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another piece of information to keep an eye out for on CBD labels is the product\u2019s source for CBD. Hemp CBD products can be made using either full-spectrum CBD oil, broad-spectrum CBD oil, or CBD isolate. All three are natural and come from the hemp plant, but they differ in the types of compounds they contain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n