If you’ve been keeping up with the cannabis industry, then you’d be familiar with delta-9 THC, the most commonly found cannabinoid and its revolutionary counterpart, delta-8 THC, which has been taking over the market with its smooth, psychoactive effects and federal legality. However, various brands have been introducing yet another cannabinoid compound that they claim to be groundbreaking and have as much market potential as delta-8 THC: delta-10 THC.
Is delta-10 THC actually similar to delta-8 THC?
Brands and companies may try to compare delta-8 THC and delta-10 THC and bring out the overlapping qualities between the two through their similar names and molecular components. However, what these brands don’t mention is how the little differences between these two cannabinoids creates worlds of differences.
First, delta-8 THC has been proved to have a high to moderate binding affinity with both CB1 and CB2 receptors. Essentially, these receptors’ interaction with the THC compound is what gives the euphoric feeling of a high. As one of the THC compounds, delta-10 seems to have the theoretical potential to provide users with a high. However, delta-10 THC is not known to have a strong binding affinity with either CB1 or CB2 receptors. This is clearly a problem, so what do companies really mean when they guarantee a good experience with delta-10 THC products?
How much is really known about delta-10 THC?
With how new delta-10 THC is, one of the most important aspects to consider is the research behind it and ultimately, the legitimacy and safety of the products.
Users should be aware that there is extremely minimal research on delta-10 THC itself, much less for products. Even within the existing research, there is a severe lack of standardization and control. Because delta-10 THC occurs naturally in cannabis plants in such miniscule amounts, it can often be mistaken for other minor cannabinoid compounds and vice versa.
Can delta-10 companies be trusted?
Based on the lack of research and legitimate information on delta-10 THC in general, it’s hard to believe that companies who vouch for the effectiveness and safety of delta-10 products aren’t doing so out of self-interest.
Because of how niche delta-10 THC is at the moment, the lack of obstacles in testing and product production essentially allows brands to freely mislabel and misinform at their own discretion. This lack of accountability should be highlighted for users who believe they’re making a quality purchase.
