CBD can be extracted in a variety of ways and at very high concentrations. The most common extraction methods are supercritical CO2, olive oil, ethanol and butane. Each method offers advantages and disadvantages in terms of quality, cost and yield.
Supercritical CO2 extractions
One of the most common methods for extracting CBD from hemp. This method uses high-pressure carbon dioxide to extract cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids from hemp. This method is considered to be one of the safest and most effective for extracting CBD and produces high-quality products with high CBD levels.
Olive oil extraction
A gentle and inexpensive method of extracting CBD. This method uses hot olive oil to extract the cannabinoids from the hemp. This method is less effective than supercritical CO2, but it is more accessible to individuals and allows quality products to be produced.
Ethanol extraction
A common method for extracting CBD. This method uses ethanol to extract the cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids from hemp. Although this method is cheaper than supercritical CO2, it can be less effective and requires post-extraction to remove ethanol residues.
Butane extraction
A method used to extract very high concentrations of CBD. This method uses butane to extract the cannabinoids and terpenes from the hemp, but it can be dangerous due to the flammable nature of butane and requires great caution.
Depending on your preference and budget, each extraction method offers advantages and disadvantages. At Elite CBD, we offer a variety of high-quality CBD extraction products to meet your specific needs. Whether you prefer CBD crystals, wax, crumbles or CBD isolates, we have everything you need to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of CBD.