Legal Requirements for Cannabis Social Clubs (CSCs)

Quality control of consumer cannabis is essential to bringing flawless products to the market. It requires careful monitoring and testing at all stages of production - from seed to final product.

This is also one of the fundamental principles of the Consumer Cannabis Act (KCanG), which lists parameters to be examined as part of quality control. Where quality standards are not fully defined yet, the CSCs can refer to existing and recognized quality standards for medicinal cannabis and herbal medicines as a guide.

Cannabis for recreational use should be thoroughly controlled for several reasons.

•       Ensuring consumer safety and avoiding health hazards, e. g. from pesticides, molds or heavy metals

•       Checking the cannabinoid profile, e. g. for compliance

•       Proof of due diligence

•       Proof of absence of synthetic or semi-synthetic cannabinoids

Of course, quality-relevant parameters are also crucial when analyzing consumer cannabis.

•       Terpenes (influencing the smell, taste and possibly also the cannabinoid effect)

•       Loss on drying (water content indicator, volatile substance quality indicator, drying status, auxiliary parameters for evaluating cannabinoid content)

•       Water activity (indicates the amount of water available in the product to prevent mold)

•       Identity verification (the correct variety must be present and labeled accordingly)

Reliable cannabis analysis is a significant source of reassurance. It contributes to transparency, safety and quality assurance, providing a profound sense of security for the consumer and the entire economic sector.

As the market leader for cannabis analysis in Germany, we are committed to working with our valued partners in the cannabis industry to design individual quality management strategies specifically tailored to the requirements of the cannabis industry. This includes ensuring compliance with all relevant legal regulations. Our services help CSCs achieve the highest production standards and ensure the quality of final products.

For further information and more details on the specific requirements, please contact:

Dr. Belgheys Kalali
Business Unit Manager Food & Pharma (non GMP)
Quality Services International GmbH
email: belgheys.kalali@tentamus.com

Manuela Rosenberger
Business Development Manager
Quality Services International GmbH
email: manuela.rosenberger@tentamus.com