Foreign Material Testing

Visual inspection and analysis to detect foreign materials in cannabis and hemp products, ensuring safety and purity for consumers.

Types of Foreign Material Tested

  • Plant material (seeds, stems, leaves from other plants)
  • Insects and insect parts
  • Hair and fibers
  • Glass or mineral fragments
  • Mold and fungal deposits
  • Product degradation particles

Inspection Methods

  • Detailed visual inspection under controlled lighting
  • Magnified examination of suspicious particles
  • Sample sieving for debris detection
  • Documentation of any findings

Quality Standards

Our foreign material testing ensures products meet Minnesota and federal standards for consumer safety and product purity.

Regulatory Compliance

Foreign material testing is a requirement for cannabis and hemp product compliance, ensuring:

  • Consumer safety
  • Product integrity
  • Label accuracy
  • Manufacturing quality

Application Areas

  • Dried flower products
  • Pre-rolled products
  • Extraction source material
  • Trim and shake products
  • Oil and concentrate products

Sample Preparation

  • Unopened consumer-ready product preferred
  • Representative sample from batch
  • Clear containers for visibility
  • Room temperature storage