Ohio Cannabis Testing Requirements

Comprehensive testing requirements and compliance guidelines for cannabis products in Ohio

Overview

Ohio requires comprehensive testing for all medical marijuana products. Testing must include cannabinoid potency, pesticide residue, heavy metals, microbial impurities, mycotoxins, residual solvents, and water activity. All testing must be performed by state-licensed testing laboratories using validated analytical methods.

Regulatory Authority

Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Cannabis Control

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Key Regulations

Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3796 - Medical Marijuana →Ohio Administrative Code 3796 - Testing Requirements →

Testing Categories

Cannabinoid Potency

Required

Testing for THC, THCA, CBD, CBDA, CBN, and other cannabinoids

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

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Pesticide Residue

Required

Analysis for pesticide residues

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

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Heavy Metals

Required

Testing for arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

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Microbial Impurities

Required

Testing for E. coli, Salmonella, total yeast and mold count

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

FlowerConcentratesEdibles

Mycotoxins

Required

Analysis for aflatoxins and ochratoxin A

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

FlowerConcentrates

Residual Solvents

Required

Testing for residual solvents used in extraction

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

Concentrates

Water Activity

Required

Measurement of water activity level

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

Flower

Moisture Content

Required

Determination of moisture content

Testing Frequency: Per batch

Applies to:

Flower

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