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GUIDE · 3 MIN READ

How to read a cannabis label.

BY THE CANADIAN CANNABIS STORE · FOR ADULTS 19+

Cannabis packaging contains a lot of small type. Here are the details worth looking for when you are comparing products on a menu or in store.

Format and quantity

First, identify what the product is and how much it contains: for example, dried flower by weight, a number of pre-rolls, or the number of units in a package. This makes it easier to compare products fairly.

THC and CBD

Labels list THC and CBD content or ranges. These numbers are pieces of information, not a promise of a particular experience. Potency is one factor among many, so it is always okay to ask for help interpreting it.

Use a licensed retailer and check that packaging is sealed, labelled, and clearly identifies the producer.

Packaged-on date

Look for the packaging date and storage information. Keeping products in their original packaging and away from children and pets is important.

This article is for general education only and is not medical advice. Adults 19+ only. Do not drive or operate machinery while impaired.