Why Test for Heavy Metals in Hemp?

Heavy metal testing in hemp is an important aspect of ensuring the safety and quality of hemp products on the market. Hemp is a great soil remediator, meaning that it readily absorbs whatever compounds are found in soil, including toxic heavy metals. This will lead to contamination if the plants are grown in an area with high levels of heavy metals.

There are several heavy metals that are commonly tested for in hemp, including lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium. The levels of these metals in hemp products must be below certain thresholds set by regulatory bodies in order to be considered safe for consumption.

New Bloom Labs uses Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) to detect and measure heavy metal concentrations in soil, plant material, and hemp-derived products. This method can accurately detect even small amounts of heavy metals in samples.

It's also important to note that heavy metal testing should be done on a regular basis - not only on finished products. Screening for metals throughout the manufacturing process will help to identify and address any potential sources of contamination early on.

Not all hemp products on the market have been tested for heavy metals, so it's important for consumers to purchase products from reputable manufacturers who have had their products tested at reputable laboratories, and can provide documentation of the results.

Heavy metal testing is a critical step in ensuring the safety and quality of hemp products, and it is the responsibility of manufacturers and regulators to ensure that products on the market meet safety standards.