THCB Vape and Candy

What is THCB ?

THCB is just like THCP a phytocannabinoid, it is also a homologue of delta-9 THC, meaning they have similar chemical structures. THCB is a cannabinoid that can now be produced into oil and fill our vapes, gummies and buds - which can be used by the Swedish people.

When discussing cannabinoids, most people immediately think of THC and CBD . These two compounds have been the poster names for the therapeutic potential of the cannabis plant for decades. However, unknown to many, there is a whole symphony of cannabinoids within the hemp plant, and one of these lesser-known members is THCB, or tetrahydrocannabutol . THCB has gained popularity in the past year for several reasons. The 'novelty factor' makes it delta-9 THC (the most abundant psychoactive cannabinoid).

Like its cannabinoid siblings, THCB is made up of 21 carbon atoms, 30 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. But the magic lies in the arrangement of those atoms, which makes THCB unique among its cousins. As a homologue of delta-9 THC, THCB and THC have similar chemical structures, except that THCB has a shorter side chain. While THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) has a pentyl side chain (five carbon atoms), THCB has a butyl side chain (four carbon atoms). This difference in molecular structure affects how THCB interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid receptors and gives rise to its distinct effects. Some experts believe that THCB’s unique shape gives it a slightly stronger binding ability to the CB1 receptors in the brain , promising a psychoactive high, potential analgesic properties, and possible anti-inflammatory effects.

Because the difference in the length of the butyl side chain is so minimal (with THCB having one more carbon atom), it is believed that its psychoactive potency, potential analgesic effects, and anti-inflammatory benefits are roughly the same as regular THC.

In terms of occurrence, THCB is considerably more elusive. THCB is extremely rare and makes up less than 1% of the chemical composition of the cannabis plant.
This scarcity means that extracting THCB on a large scale for products is not feasible. Consequently, most THCB products on the market today are derived from careful chemical conversions of more abundant cannabinoids such as CBD into THCB. These processes allow manufacturers to offer a sustainable supply of THCB, despite its natural rarity in the cannabis plant.

The twin discovery: THCB and THCP

The discovery of THCB in 2019 came hand in hand with the revelation of another exciting compound - Tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCP).
Interestingly, THCP is believed to be 30 times more potent than THC, making it a powerful player among other psychoactive cannabinoids and making regular THC appear as a mild psychoactive high. THCP has since become one of the most popular psychoactive cannabinoids on the hemp market, hailed for its extreme potential effects.

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