Maps
What is cannabinoid decarboxylation?
Decarboxylation is the loss of CO₂ from a cannabinoid acid to give the neutral cannabinoid: CBGa → CBG, CBDA → CBD, THCVA → THCV, CBCA → CBC. The plant makes the acids; process heat, and more slowly light and time, make the neutrals. Because a heated step converts one to the other, specify which species you need at the end of your process, not just at the start.
Origin
Laboratory decarboxylation of CBGA is typically quoted at around 110–130 °C. That is a literature range, not a Peregrine SOP or guarantee. Keep acids in a cold chain after receipt.
Established
- Acid → neutral map.
- Acids are heat- and light-sensitive relative to neutrals.
Not yet
- A single temperature that is safe for every acid in every matrix.
Questions
I ordered CBGa and my process is hot. What do I have?
Possibly CBG, or a mixture of the two. Order the species you need at the end of the process, or budget for the conversion and confirm it analytically.
Evidence language follows CBG Atlas (Peregrine-funded; editorial independence). Not medical advice. Not a disease claim.
Related
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