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Why is CBD expensive?
Cannabis News
16.10.24
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in cannabis plants. Unlike illegal cannabis plants, the very low THC content of CBD plants does not place them in the psychotropic category. People who use CBD, whether in flower, oil or cosmetic form, do so because it gives them a sense of well-being. In particular, it helps them relax and cope better with life's physical and mental ups and downs.
However, CBD comes at a price, especially if you want to consume a high-quality product. Compared to other European countries, Switzerland's CBD prices are not exorbitant, but they can be high enough to raise questions. Naturalpes gives you some answers.
CBD plants grown exclusively in Switzerland
CBD cannabis plants grown in Switzerland meet the most stringent quality and traceability requirements. From cultivation to drying, from flower packaging to processing into oil and balm, the country's know-how reveals its full potential. This is one of the reasons why Swiss CBD is the most popular CBD in many European countries. But all this comes at a price.
Valais farmers play a key role in producing quality CBD
At Naturalpes, we work with passionate local farmers. The Valais farmers who grow our CBD cannabis know their land, and know how to get the best out of it. We've been working with them for over 5 years, and they've given us their full trust, growing premium CBD that lives up to our expectations and those of our customers. And, of course, we pay our farmers a fair price for their talent, which is reflected in the prices we offer.
Rigorous selection of CBD seeds to comply with Swiss law
Swiss cannabis law, in force since 2017, stipulates that CBD plants must not exceed 1% THC content to be legal. To comply with the law and offer you a product in line with the regulations, a preliminary seed selection process is necessary. This is as meticulous as it is time-consuming, but it is absolutely crucial. This selection also increases CBD production costs.
Complex processes for extracting and refining cannabidiol require real know-how
The process of extracting and refining CBD oil can be very complex. There are many different processes for extracting compounds from plant material. The most efficient and environmentally-friendly process is CO2 extraction, which requires expensive equipment and know-how to work properly. For this reason, some companies choose to use other methods such as ethanol or butane extraction, which are less expensive, but less efficient and healthier than CO2 extraction.
The paste obtained from extraction must be refined to form an oil. The fats and chlorophyll are first filtered out using Winterization, a cold separation process. The filtered paste must then be heated to a precise temperature to transform the acidic molecules into neutral ones, a process known as decarboxylation.
The whole process requires laboratories and real scientific know-how to be carried out correctly. But know-how comes at a price: that's why CBD extracted and refined using the best methods will always be more expensive.
The importance of laboratory controls and tests
CBD is often confused with its illegal cousin, cannabis. The only way to prove that a plant is indeed CBD and not cannabis is through analysis by specialized laboratories. These demanding controls and tests are the only way to legally offer CBD products. Other equally important tests are carried out on CBD products to detect any allergens, heavy metals or other molecules harmful to health. However, laboratories charge relatively high fees to provide these guarantees.
Normal costs associated with running a product sales business
Although CBD is relatively new, it is not exempt from the rules that apply to all businesses marketing a product. Logistics costs, human resources, marketing strategies and taxes all apply to a CBD dealer as much as to any other.
High-quality CBD guaranteed by ISO 9001 Quality Certification
ISO 9001 certification certification is an internationally recognized quality standard that guarantees customers the company's commitment to producing high-quality products and services. This applies not only to customer satisfaction, who must be able to access high-quality, regulatory-compliant products, but also to production processes.
ISO 9001 Quality Certification also guarantees constant efforts to develop and innovate the services and products we sell, and the attention we pay to the needs expressed by our customers and the solutions we provide, as well as to the comfort and risks faced by the various production players, etc.
The specifications are wide-ranging, so for a company like Naturalpes to achieve this certification, substantial resources must be put in place to ensure impeccable quality management.
Naturalpes High-quality CBD at the right price
Naturalpes offers you high-quality CBD at a fair price. Whether it's our oils, flowers, balms or infusions, each product is sold with the strictest quality standards. From seed selection to processing, we mobilize the best technologies and the greatest talents to offer you the very best in Swiss products.
Naturalpes is committed to providing these premium CBD products at an affordable price so that everyone can enjoy the well-being and many benefits Mother Nature has to offer. When you buy your CBD from us, you can be sure that every Swiss franc you spend will be used to guarantee you ethical and local products, designed for your well-being using the best methods, and all legal.
And you, would you rather pay more for a high-quality product, or get cheap CBD with a poor production process and non-existent traceability? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments section!
Written by Naturalpes
