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From QC and compliance testing to R&D analysis for potential cannabis products, Fidelity Diagnostics is the industry leader in fast and accurate adult-use cannabis and MMJ testing. Ordering and testing through Fidelity are easy with Confident Cannabis.
The Testing Process
Fidelity Diagnostics processes and analyzes your product. The test results, or Certificate of Analysis (COA), get uploaded to your profile on Confident Cannabis for you to view or download at any time. While on your Confident Cannabis profile, you can order new tests, search and review past tests, and view analytical data calculated from your results. Our LIM system has unparalleled search features that enable you to track important data over time.
Order
Order with ease from a mobile phone or computer in three simple steps. Log in to your Confident Cannabis profile, fill out the test information, and pay. Order today and get results on your Marijuana products.
Pick-Up
Schedule a pick-up for your cannabis products from one of our field technicians during your order. Receive updates on your phone and email as our technicians are dispatched to your facility.
Test
Our range of state-of-the-art cannabis testing equipment and cutting-edge laboratory diagnostic techniques are optimized to be the most accurate for testing in Montana for Cannabis.
Results
Access all of your previous tests through our LIM system, Confident Cannabis. Review, compare, and even share your results easily to your dispensary website. Test with confidence. Test with Fidelity.
State standards for quality assurance testing.
The Montana Legislature and the CCD have defined the testing limits for controlled chemicals that may be present in Marijuana. Check out the Montana ARM chapter on testing limits.
Cannabinoid Potency Testing
Whether you are assessing the viability of a new strain or getting your flower and end products ready for sale, knowing the concentration and range of cannabinoids is vital. Fidelity Diagnostics utilizes very precise techniques with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography combined with the latest technology, allowing us to quickly and accurately determine the levels of cannabinoids found in any sample.
Knowing exactly what concentrations of THC, CBD, or other cannabinoids are present in your end product is not only required, but it is important for other reasons as well. As a business owner, grower, formulator, or patient, being able to accurately dose your medicine or products to allow for consistency and quality is incredibly important. Potency can also be used to analyze your proprietary methods and practices.
Terpene Profile Analysis
Terpenes can be used as a measuring stick for the genetic potential of a specific cultivar. Due to the vast hybridization of the Cannabis genus, successive generations of the same plant may lose their genetic potential. Regular testing and test comparisons/data analysis can be used to determine if genome potential is being maximized across time. The terpene and cannabinoid profiles are important factors in determining if these metrics are met. Fidelity Diagnostics analyzes a range of diverse terpenes found in Cannabis, which impact many of the pharmacological effects experienced by users. Fidelity is able to analyze and quantify the amounts of these chemicals by utilizing Gas Chromatography (GC) and Flame Ionization Detector (FID); both of these methods are fast and accurate. With more consumers of Cannabis looking for terpene profiles, this analysis is vital for a high-quality product and a service that is demanded by sophisticated customers. Test with Fidelity.
In general, terpenes can be classified into six major groups:
Monoterpenes
These terpenes are the largest contributors to smell and taste and have been shown to potentially have some pharmacological benefits. Some examples of Monoterpenes are: Limonene, Pinene, Myrcene, and Terpineol.
Sesquiterpenes
Studies show that these terpenes have been shown to potentially have some pharmacological benefits. Some examples of Sesquiterpenes are: Humulene, Farnesene, and Farnesol.
Diterpenes
These secondary metabolites are biosynthesized by plants, animals, and fungi and are found in other plants, such as the coffee tree. Studies show particular compounds in Diterpenes have been shown to potentially have some pharmacological benefits.
Triterpenes
Triterpenes are a group of terpenes found in plant gums and resins. In Cannabis, these terpenes can be found in trace amounts in the roots.
Tetraterpenes
Tetraterpenes, which occur in all plants, bacteria, and fungi, are probably the most widely distributed of all-natural pigments.
Polyterpenes
These are the heaviest of all of the types of terpenes found in Cannabis, and make up a lot of the resinous fluid in the xylem of the plant.
Residual Solvent Analysis
Solvents are a fundamental part of extracting and concentrating cannabinoids. Even if you produce products that don’t directly use solvents in their manufacturing, testing is also a way to prove your practices. Within the Cannabis Control Division , Cannabis producers and providers can use FDA Class 3 solvents, but even with the use of these solvents, there are still limits that the state of Montana requires all products to test under.
Fidelity can accurately identify these solvents through a combination of Gas Chromatography (GC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS). When you want the most accurate results and the fastest turnaround times coupled with customer service that is unmatched, test with Fidelity.
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| Solvent | PPM |
|---|---|
| Acetone | 5,000 |
| Benzene | 2 |
| Butanes | 5,000 |
| Cyclohexane | 3,880 |
| Chloroform | 2 |
| Dichloromethane | 600 |
| Ethyl acetate | 5,000 |
| Heptanes | 5,000 |
| Total Hexanes | 290 |
| Isopropanol (2-propanol) | 5,000 |
| Methanol | 3,000 |
| Total Pentanes | 5,000 |
| Propane | 5,000 |
| Toluene | 890 |
| Total Xylene | 2,170 |
Pesticides and Herbicides Screening
Screening and analyzing your products for the presence of pesticides is not only required by law, but it is also vital to ensure that your products are safe and clean. Pesticides can be classified within a larger group known as Biocides. These chemicals can be carcinogenic and harmful in humans or animals. Biocides include fungicide, herbicide, and pesticides; all of these are harmful, and some can be fatal in large concentrations. These chemicals can persist in a grow room or structure and may contaminate future generations of plants for years to come, even if they have not been directly applied.
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| Pesticide / Herbicide / Biocide | Action Level PPM: Unprocessed Dry Flower | Action Level PPM: Extract |
|---|---|---|
| Abamectin | 0.5 | 2.5 |
| Acequinocyl | 2 | 10 |
| Bifenazate | 0.2 | 1 |
| Bifenthrin | 0.2 | 1 |
| Chlormequat Chloride | 1 | 5 |
| Cyfluthrin | 1 | 5 |
| Daminozide | 1 | 5 |
| Etoxazole | 0.2 | 1 |
| Fenoxycarb | 0.2 | 1 |
| Imazalil | 0.2 | 1 |
| Imidacloprid | 0.4 | 2 |
| Myclobutanil | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Paclobutrazol | 0.4 | 2 |
| Pyrethrins | 1 | 5 |
| Spinosad | 0.2 | 1 |
| Spirotetramat | 0.2 | 1 |
| Trifloxystrobin | 0.2 | 1 |
Mycotoxin Screening
No one wants mold in their product, but the presence of mycotoxin-bearing mold is a real concern when growing, processing, and packaging your Cannabis products. When moisture is present, Cannabis oils, like those found throughout the non-flowering regions of the plant including the seeds, are advantageous microorganismal environments that can promote the growth of invasive molds or microbes. These hostile organisms can quickly take over much of the organic matter that are invisible to the naked eye. Small errors in handling, processing, and packaging may open your product up to contamination, no matter what part of the plant the product was made from.
Fidelity Diagnostics can test your samples for Aflatoxin B1, B2, G1, G2, and Ochratoxin A using the latest testing methods. At Fidelity, we use a combination of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to get the most accurate results on any mold spores or toxins.
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All mycotoxins, including Afloxins and Ochratoxins must be under <20 μg/kg of the sample.
Microbial Screening
Fidelity Diagnostics utilizes Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) screening to identify the bacteria and microorganism content along with the pathogenic risk of a given sample. Research shows that certain microbes may contribute to many non-infectious chronic diseases such as some forms of cancer and coronary heart diseases. Bacteria are a major cause of microbial pathogens, or microorganisms that are capable of producing disease. Virtually all groups of bacteria have some members that are pathogenic.
In order to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance in your products, testing for bacterial pathogens in your pharmaceutical and consumer products is crucial in all industries.
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Salmonella, E-coli and all Aspergillus species must be non-detectable in 1 gram of material in order to pass state requirements for safety and cleanliness.
Our PCR and TMC screening identifies:
- Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria strains
- Salmonella Species
- Aflatoxin B1, B2, G1, G2
- Ochratoxin A, B, C, TA
- Pathogenic Aspergillus species A. flavus, A. fumigatus, A. niger, and A. terreus
- Other bacteria and molds with associated toxins
Fidelity Diagnostics is dedicated to pursuing the most advanced screening and testing methods and only we can give you the fastest, most accurate test. Test with Fidelity.
Foreign Matter Imaging
Throughout the stages of cultivation, processing, and packaging, the chance of your Cannabis product getting exposed to foreign matter is high, no matter the expertise and care taken in your processes. Organic and inorganic matter can completely contaminate your flower, concentrates, and edibles.
These forms of contamination are vectors for other pathogens from a host of micro-organismal sources. Fidelity can test directly for specific pathogens, but it is these sources of contamination like hair, sand, or dirt that act as a transport for toxins and disease. Through the use of microscopic imaging, we can identify an array of contaminants. Let us validate the safety of your products and help you identify exposures before problems arise.
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Here are just a few of the common contaminants we can scan for which may lead to a failed test:
Less than or equal to ≤ 2%
- Hairs
- Packing Material
- Molds
- Insects
- Excreta
- Cinders
- Sand
- Dirt and soil
- Seeds
Less than or equal to ≤ 5% of stems over 3mm in diameter
Moisture Analysis
Cannabis is a plant that is full of water. In fact, the live plant is almost 95% water. If you have ever processed fresh Cannabis, the differences between a fresh plant and the finished flower that makes it to the shelf are vast. Ensuring the correct moisture content in your finished product is important for two reasons; first, having the proper moisture content can make the difference between a truly great flower and a desiccated subpar flower or product. The second reason to test for moisture is that water promotes life, and a moisture content that is too high can lead to micro-organismal growth and contamination by a range of pathogens. We can assure your products are at the same consistent, exceptional level you expect every time.
When we test for moisture, Fidelity Diagnostics utilizes Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) in which the analyzer continuously measures mass while the temperature of a sample is changed over time. This allows us to very accurately identify the exact moisture content so there is no question about your products and methods. Test with Fidelity.
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Montana State Law dictates that moisture higher than 12% is considered a Failure of the Product.
Get started with Fidelity Diagnostics now!
Call us at +1-406-926-2211 or email us at testing@fidimt.com