Gas Chromatography Buyers Guide for Cannabis and Hemp
Bringing testing in-house can feel like a big step.
See how gas chromatography fits into cannabis and hemp workflows and what it can measure across your products. Learn how it supports cannabinoid work, terpene profiling, solvent checks, and pesticide screening, and what running these tests on your own schedule looks like in practice.
In-House Testing
Run potency, terpene, solvent, and pesticide checks on your own schedule. No waiting for external labs or holding batches while reports come back.
Clear Results
See what gas chromatography can tell you about your products, from cannabinoid ratios to solvent levels. Learn how the 200 Series GC turns samples into numbers you can act on.
Straightforward Setup
Understand what equipment, space, and training you need to get started. The guide explains how producers and processors can bring gas chromatography online quickly.
Inside the Buyers Guide
This guide explains how gas chromatography fits into cannabis and hemp testing. It shows what the instrument does, how the methods work, and what running a 200 Series GC looks like in practice. The aim is to give you a clear view of your options so you can decide if in-house testing is right for your process.
GC Basics
An easy explanation of how separation and detection work, and what gas chromatography can measure in cannabis and hemp products.
Applications
A breakdown of the main testing areas: acidic and neutral cannabinoids, profiling, terpenes, solvents, pesticides, and nitrosamines.
Configuration
Clear guidance on detectors, columns, and method choices, and how they relate to different testing goals.
Setup
A look at installation, space needs, gases, training, and what the first few weeks usually involve.
Workflow
How samples move from preparation to report, and what routine testing looks like for different product types.
Costs & ROI
Realistic points on outsourcing fees, time saved, and how in-house checks can support quality and production flow.
Download to Learn More
Get a clear overview of how gas chromatography fits into cannabis and hemp testing. See what the 200 Series GC can measure, how the methods work, and what running in-house analysis looks like day to day.
Download the Buyers Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is this guide for?
Producers, extractors, and manufacturers who want a clearer view of how in-house testing could support their process. It suits anyone comparing external lab work with running routine checks on site, or considering a mix of both for faster decisions and better control.
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Do I need technical experience to understand it?
No. The information is written in clear language. It explains how gas chromatography works, what it measures, and what the first steps look like if you choose to bring testing in-house.
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Does it explain installation and setup?
Yes. It outlines space requirements, gases, training, and what happens during delivery so you have a realistic view of what getting started involves.
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Will it help me compare system options?
Yes. It covers detector choices, column types, and configuration options so you can see how each setup relates to specific cannabis and hemp applications.


