How is CBD Extracted?

When it comes to the CBD extraction process, it’s probably more detailed than you ever expected. Getting CBD from a hemp plant to your favorite product takes several steps. Rest assured that we have you covered and will explain the process in detail.
Unsurprisingly, CBD lovers want as much information as possible about a product they take regularly. Along the way, we’re sure you’ll gain more appreciation for the hard work that goes into all those gummies, oils, tinctures, and more that you love.

Most Common Methods
To effectively remove CBD from the hemp plant, manufacturers utilize two standard methods. They commonly use CO2 or ethanol extraction, which works well in producing high-quality CBD.
Here’s a brief breakdown of each methodology.

CO2 Extraction Process
The CO2 method is also known as supercritical CO2 extraction. During the process, carbon dioxide is set to 88 degrees F, when it acts as both a liquid and a gas. The manufacturer places the plant material in a special chamber containing carbon dioxide.
As the process unfolds, critical parts of the plant, the terpenes, and trichomes, dissolve into the CO2. Therefore, the resulting product is pure CBD oil. One advantage is this method preserves chlorophyll, which provides additional effects to cannabis lovers.

Ethanol Method
The plant material is heated to the appropriate temperature during the ethanol process to remove the carbon atoms. Consequently, a green powder remains that manufacturers soak in ethanol. Next, the mixture is filtered to separate the liquid from the plant material.
After a while, the ethanol evaporates, resulting in quality CBD. One of the main advantages of this method is that it maintains the plant’s natural flavonoids and terpenes. Ethanol extraction also removes chlorophyll, which can give CBD a bitter, grass-like taste that some people may not like.

Pure, Sustainably Sourced CBD
At Hemps Company, we use a specialized process to produce a top-notch CBD product. As a result, we create delicious gummies full of sustainably sourced CBD that you’ll love. Once you try Hemps Company products, you’ll never choose another!