SUPPLY AND DEMAND

The state of Hawaii first legalized medical cannabis through the legislative process over 16 years ago and it took almost two decades to construct a regulatory system to sell medical cannabis in Hawaii. Events in medical cannabis for Hawaii have ramped up since then, with eight possible dispensaries that have been specifically chosen to open up shop after passing pass a number of varied requirements. So far, three dispensaries have been approved to open on Oahu, two on Maui and one on Kauai. However, with the growing number of dispensaries opening in legal cannabis states across the country, strict regulations will always follow—and one of the most important practices for cannabis safety and consumption is the trend of cannabis lab testing. Fortunately, at least one testing lab will be expanding its business to take on the Hawaiian market.

PharmLabs LLC, which is certified to operate in San Diego, California, is bringing its business to the Hawaii islands. The company has achieved ISO 17025 accreditation for laboratory testing, which is fully compliant with Hawaii’s medical cannabis dispensary program. The announcement of PharmLabs’ movement towards Hawaii states that it will become available as a main source of cannabis testing in later this summer from its Maui office location.

To fit along with the currently approved dispensaries, as well as those still pending approval by the state, PharmLabs will be serving all islands currently approved for the sale of medical cannabis, “PharmLabs Hawaii will provide services on Oahu, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai which are all of the four islands participating in the Medical Marijuana Dispensary Program.” The company will test cannabis for levels of potency, terpenes, residual solvents, microbiological contaminations, heavy metals and pesticides.

Testing labs such as PharmLabs are essential to the safety and well-being of medical cannabis users in Hawaii. Especially coming from one of the country’s very first certified cannabis labs, it’s important to benefits it will bring to Hawaii. The state of Hawaii prides itself in protecting its environment and surroundings to preserve the beauty and natural wonders that the state offers. PharmLabs also offers such pride, as it uses compostable materials, recycling and properly disposes of any hazardous waste materials that are acquired through its operation.