What is a CoA? (Certificate of Analysis)

 

Introduction to CoA for CBD products:

A Certificate of Analysis (CoA) is an official and signed document that displays the test results of a product, specifically regarding the quality and composition of CBD products. This document contains crucial information about the amount of cannabinoids, microbiological contaminants, terpene profiles, and any contamination from pesticides and heavy metals. The data in the CoA must meet the product specifications and the legal requirements regarding contaminants.

Relevance of the Certificate of Analysis for the Consumer

In a largely unregulated cannabis market, it is essential for consumers to know how to distinguish reliable products from inferior alternatives. The CoA provides transparency and ensures that the products meet quality standards, which is crucial for making an informed choice. Assessing analysis certificates is an effective way to ensure the quality of CBD products.

Importance of an Analysis Certificate

CoAs are legal documents that confirm that a specific product from a batch meets the specifications listed on the label. This provides customers with the assurance that the manufacturer has carried out the necessary quality control. In a competitive CBD market, where new brands regularly emerge, it is important to rely on transparent business practices. Inaccurate labeling can lead to misleading information, causing consumers to purchase products that do not meet their expectations.

Provision of Analysis Certificates

Our products are tested by LabCore, an independent and verified laboratory known as a pioneer in medical research teams. This guarantees the objectivity of the CoA, as LabCore has no ties to the producer. The test results in the CoA must comply with the legal requirements for cannabis products in the EU.

Laboratories that perform quality tests follow the guidelines of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as established by the World Health Organization (WHO).

How do you read a CoA?

Understanding a Certificate of Analysis may initially seem complex, but the information can be categorized into two main categories:

1.⁠ ⁠Basic information
- Name and address of the test laboratory.
- Receipt date of the test sample and the duration of the research.
- Mention of the client and the sample.

2.⁠ ⁠Technical information
- Details about the cannabinoid profiles, potency determination, and any presence of contaminants such as mycotoxins and pesticides.
- Analysis of microbiological contamination to ensure the safety of the products.

Interpretation of Results

The most important information in a CoA is the list of cannabinoids and their percentages. This confirms whether the products contain the claimed amounts and whether they comply with the legal limits for THC. The document uses High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for the identification and quantification of substances.

To read the report, follow these steps:

•⁠ ⁠Start with the title page to check if the report pertains to the correct product.
•⁠ ⁠Check the list of cannabinoids and their percentages to confirm that the values match what is on the product label.
•⁠ ⁠Check the section on contaminants to confirm that the product is free from unwanted substances such as pesticides and heavy metals.
•⁠ ⁠Pay attention to the date of the analyses to ensure that the report is current.

Access to CoA's

CoA's for Calmactiva products are easy to find on our website. On our page, there are several CoA's for the most sold cbd products.

For questions about our CoA's, you can always contact our customer service team.

Summary

•⁠ ⁠Analysis certificates are essential documents for ensuring product quality.
•⁠ ⁠At Calmactiva, we advise customers to always check a CoA before purchasing CBD products from another brand. If you cannot find CoAs from another brand, we recommend that you do not purchase the product.
• CoA's provide insight into the quality and standards of the cannabis products that we and other CBD brands offer.
•⁠ ⁠A Certificate of Analysis is a valuable tool for consumers interested in CBD products but have doubts about the product's ingredients.