THC
Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol
Intoxicating: Yes
Delta-9 THC is the compound most responsible for how cannabis makes you feel. The percentage on a flower label usually reflects total THC, which counts THCA that converts to THC when heated.
Things to know
- Higher THC is not automatically better: the overall experience depends on dose, terpenes and tolerance.
- Edibles process THC through the liver, which is why they take longer to kick in and can feel stronger.
- Virginia caps adult-use edibles at 10 mg THC per serving and 100 mg per package.