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How to Identify Quality CBD & Hemp Products in India

The market for CBD and hemp products in India is expanding rapidly. As a retailer offering a range of brands at CBD Shop of India, it’s important for customers to understand what makes a product reliable. This guide explains the key points to check when choosing CBD and hemp products.

1. Legal and Regulatory Basics

Before buying, it is essential to know what is legally allowed. CBD oil is legal in India if it is derived from approved industrial hemp and contains very low levels of THC.

2. Certificates, Lab Testing and Transparency

Reliable products usually come with a third-party lab report (COA). Customers should check:

  • THC content, usually below 0.3%. 
  • CBD concentration and type (Isolate, Broad, Full).
  • Origin of hemp, extraction method, and batch details.

3. Spectrum Types

There are three main types:

  • Isolate: Pure CBD without other cannabinoids.
  • Broad-spectrum: CBD with additional cannabinoids but no THC.
  • Full-spectrum: CBD with all cannabinoids, including trace THC within legal limits.

4. Brand and Product Quality Indicators

Check:

  • Manufacturing standards such as GMP or ISO certification.
  • Source transparency, including hemp origin and extraction method.
  • Genuine customer reviews and lab reports.
  • Clear product details: serving size, concentration, instructions for use.

5. Packaging, Storage and Usage

Proper storage maintains product quality:

  • Dark glass bottles for oils or sealed packaging for gummies and capsules.
  • Expiry date and batch number on the label.
  • Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
  • Start with a low dose, especially for first-time users.

6. Common Pitfalls

Watch out for:

  • No lab report or unverifiable certificates.
  • Unsubstantiated claims.
  • Lack of information on THC content or extraction method.
  • Prices significantly below market norms.

Conclusion

Choosing reliable CBD and hemp products in India involves understanding legal limits, lab verification, spectrum type, brand transparency, and proper usage. 

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