The majority of CheerGarden’s flowers, pre-rolls, and vapes utilize hemp-derived THCa. THCa is a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis that, in its natural form, does not produce the intoxicating effects typically associated with Delta-9 THC. However, when smoked or heated, THCa converts directly into classic Delta-9 THC, resulting in a psychoactive high. THCa is a critical component in the compliance testing for hemp farmers, and we ensure that the farmers who produce our hemp-derived THCa meet all required standards to harvest their exceptional flowers. Once harvested, hemp is considered lawful as long as its Delta-9 THC content does not exceed 0.3%, a standard we strictly uphold.
For products that aren’t heated during use — such as our edibles, gummies, and some concentrates — we typically use hemp-derived Delta-8 THC and/or Delta-9 THC, which are closely related to THCa. Both compounds are found in hemp: Delta-9 THC is known for providing the classic high associated with marijuana, while Delta-8 THC is often described as offering a milder, more clear-headed high with less paranoia. All of our products contain no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC and are fully compliant with the Farm Bill.