IMPERIAL EXTRACTION

Think of THCA as a precursor to THC. Found only in raw cannabis, THCA is a cannabinoid that becomes psychoactive and converts to Delta-9 THC when heated. If THCA is raw bread dough, you can think of THC as the fresh bread it’s baked into. This means that once THCA is lit (like in a preroll), it converts into THC and has all the same effects as traditional cannabis.

THCA diamonds are one of the purest cannabis concentrates on the market. These diamonds are made through chromatography, which creates a pure, dense cannabinoid with a crystalline structure, hence the term “diamonds.” Diamonds are considered some of the purest and most potent concentrates available, and like THCA flower, they become psychoactive only when heated.

THCP is new to the scene, having only been recently discovered in 2019. THCP is a minor cannabinoid, comprising just 1% of a cannabis plant's makeup, adding to the rarity of high-end THCP products. Remarkably potent, it can be up to 30 times stronger than typical THC, delivering a powerful psychoactive effect due to its unique ability to bind more effectively to our endocannabinoid system than other cannabinoids.

Live Resin is a high-quality cannabis concentrate made from freshly harvested cannabis plants that are immediately flash-frozen. This method keeps the plant’s cannabinoids and terpenes intact. These important compounds are preserved using advanced extraction techniques, resulting in a sticky, amber concentrate known for its strong flavor, rich aroma, and powerful effects.

More information on live resin and other cannabis concentrates.

The easiest way to understand the differences between many cannabinoids is to examine their effects when used. 

• THCA - When raw, no psychoactive effects are associated with THCA. However, when lit, you can expect a normal cannabis high, as THCA turns into Delta-9 THC when heated. 

• THCP - THCP is known to be much stronger than traditional THC. The effects of a THCP tend to be more intense and last much longer.

• CBD - CBD will never cause a psychoactive high, no matter how it is consumed. 

Yes, cannabis products will show up on drug tests, regardless of which cannabinoid is used. Many drug tests now test for a series of cannabinoids instead of only testing for THC.

Cannabinoid products such as our vapes and prerolls can stay in your system for around three to four weeks and sometimes longer. Because of this, we suggest avoiding any cannabinoid products until any upcoming drug tests have been taken. How long cannabis stays in your system can depend on weight, frequency of use, the amount used, and products used.

Under the 2018 Farm Bill, THCA and THCP are legal at the federal level as long as the products contain no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC and originate from hemp. However, it's important to note that various states have enacted strict restrictions on THC and related cannabinoids, which might impact the availability of certain cannabinoids. 

Before buying any cannabis products, it's wise to check your state's laws regarding hemp-derived cannabinoids and THC. You can visit the Shipping section on our product pages to see if Imperial Extraction products can be shipped to your location.