Mycotoxin Testing for Cannabis and Hemp

Mycotoxin Testing for Cannabis and Hemp

Accurately monitor the presence of mycotoxins at low levels in cannabis and hemp with our robust workflows for mycotoxin analysis. Waters and VICAM offer a range of testing options to support consumer safety while keeping your laboratory compliant as regulations evolve.

Accurately monitor the presence of mycotoxins at low levels in cannabis and hemp with our robust workflows for mycotoxin analysis. Waters and VICAM offer a range of testing options to support consumer safety while keeping your laboratory compliant as regulations evolve.
Ensure cannabis mycotoxin levels are below regularity with Waters and VICAM mycotoxin testing strip tests, immunoaffinity columns,with Waters and VICAM mycotoxin testing strip tests, immunoaffinity columns,
Ensure cannabis mycotoxin levels are below regularity with Waters and VICAM mycotoxin testing strip tests, immunoaffinity columns,with Waters and VICAM mycotoxin testing strip tests, immunoaffinity columns,

Overview

Mycotoxins are naturally occurring chemicals produced by certain Aspergillus and Penicillium species that grow on cannabis and agricultural crops. Mycotoxins, particularly aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, and G2) and ochratoxin A, can cause a variety of adverse health effects, especially in immunocompromised consumers. State mycotoxin regulations for cannabis generally match the FDA’s 20 ppb action level for total mycotoxins in human food.

Routine testing for regulated mycotoxins at low levels is critical yet challenging, as cannabis and hemp are complex matrices. Overcome your challenges in accurately monitoring mycotoxin levels with a range of options from Waters and VICAM. Including simple, easy-to-use strip tests, immunoaffinity clean up with fluorometric detection, and sensitive quantitative analysis using LC-FLR and LC-MS/MS, your lab can choose the ideal workflow to meet your mycotoxin testing needs.

Applications

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungi. Contamination can occur during storage and in both indoor and outdoor cultivation settings. Learn the importance of robust and effective methods for mycotoxin testing for cannabis by reading these application notes.

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungi. Contamination can occur during storage and in both indoor and outdoor cultivation settings. Learn the importance of robust and effective methods for mycotoxin testing for cannabis by reading these application notes.

Application Notes

Solutions

Waters LC-MS/MS systems offer absolute performance in separation and sensitivity for mycotoxin workflows.

Waters LC-MS/MS systems offer absolute performance in separation and sensitivity for mycotoxin workflows.

High performance in a compact design

High performance in a compact design
Xevo TQ-S micro

Achieve consistently low levels of quantitation with a wide dynamic range with the revolutionary design of Xevo TQ-S micro triple quadrupole mass spectrometry.

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Measure mycotoxins down to extremely low PPT concentrations

Measure mycotoxins down to extremely low PPT concentrations
VICAM Series-4EX Fluorometer

The VICAM Series-4EX Fluorometer accurately measures down to extremely low PPT concentrations of mycotoxins in samples prepared using VICAM columns. Store all the VICAM mycotoxin test protocols and calibration levels and up to 200 test results, with digital readouts in PPM, PPB, PPT, mg/kg, μg/kg, or ng/kg concentration units – no conversion required.

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The future of quantitation is here

The future of quantitation is here
waters_connect for Quantitation

Reduce time spent on data review and process large sample batches more quickly and easily with waters_connect for Quantitation, ideal for LC pesticide and mycotoxin testing for cannabis and hemp.

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Faster, cleaner sample preparation for cannabis and hemp

Faster, cleaner sample preparation for cannabis and hemp
Oasis Sample Extraction Products

Achieve unmatched purity, consistency, and quality for pesticide analysis in cannabis and hemp with Oasis Sample Extraction Products, including Oasis PRiME HLB products, which set the performance standard for solid phase extraction cleanup in routine analysis.

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Sensitive, simple, and fast mycotoxin detection

Sensitive, simple, and fast mycotoxin detection
VICAM AflaTest WB Columns

AflaTest WB is an immunoaffinity column sample prep tool designed for the detection of aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2, M1, and M2. With a total volume of 3 mL, AflaTest WB allows for a faster flow and is the ideal cleanup step for any aflatoxin detection approach.

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Faster flow rate for ideal HPLC cleanup

Faster flow rate for ideal HPLC cleanup
VICAM OchraTest WB

OchraTest WB is a quantitative method for the detection of ochratoxin A with fluorometer, LC and LC-MS/MS in a variety of commodities with wide bore immunoaffinity columns with a total volume of 3 mL, compared to 1 mL in VICAM’s standard columns.

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A safe, simple, and fast testing solution

A safe, simple, and fast testing solution
VICAM AflaOchra LC

AflaOchra LC is the only test that employs a single column to produce precise numerical results for ochratoxin A and aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2, M1, and M2 in a variety of commodities. AflaOchra LC can be performed in less than 30 minutes (excluding sample preparations and extraction) and requires only basic HPLC skills.

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Optimize productivity in your laboratory

Optimize productivity in your laboratory
Instrument Services

Maintain peak instrument performance, minimize downtime, address your cannabis and hemp application challenges, and ensure your instruments are up to date with the Waters suite of instrument services.

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Make science more accessible with Waters Capital

Make science more accessible with Waters Capital
Payment Solutions

Maximize your lab resources and minimize risk with payment options from Waters Capital, which includes innovative solutions to upgrade aging instruments, customized support, and flexible options to bundle your complete laboratory solution in one easy monthly payment – everything you need to advance your science.

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The data speaks for itself

The data speaks for itself
Matrix Effect of Aflatoxin B1 in Cannabis Flower Matrix.
Matrix Effect of Aflatoxin B1 in Cannabis Concentrate Matrix.
Total Ion Chromatogram showing Aflatoxin B1 – 40 ppb, Aflatoxin B2 – 40 ppb, Aflatoxin G1 – 40 ppb.
Accuracy Level 1: 3 ppb each individual Aflatoxin and 9 ppb Ochratoxin A for type B (cannabis plant material, topicals, tinctures, and edible) samples and 5 ppb each individual Aflatoxin and 15 ppb Ochratoxin A for type A (concentrate) samples.

Webinars and Resources

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Cannabis and Hemp - Quality and Safety Testing Brochure

Cannabis and Hemp - Quality and Safety Testing Brochure
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Sample Preparation and Chemistry Products for Cannabis Quality and Safety Application

Sample Preparation and Chemistry Products for Cannabis Quality and Safety Application
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  • White Paper

Mycotoxin Testing in the Feed Chain: A Risk Prevention Strategy for Raw Material Suppliers, Grain Storage Facilities and Processors, and Feed Manufacturers

Mycotoxin Testing in the Feed Chain: A Risk Prevention Strategy for Raw Material Suppliers, Grain Storage Facilities and Processors, and Feed Manufacturers
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  • White Paper

Improve the Robustness of an LC-MS/MS Method for the Determination of Multiple Mycotoxins in a Range of Food Matrices

Improve the Robustness of an LC-MS/MS Method for the Determination of Multiple Mycotoxins in a Range of Food Matrices
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