What does ARGE CANNA do and what is the AC drop?

How is Arge Canna supported?

The community is supported by NGOs, associations as well as political parties, businesses, private individuals, and cannabis patients from all over Austria. The association aims for a controlled release of patient self-supply with cannabis as part of necessary medical treatments.

Quality analyses and certification

As part of routine laboratory tests, ARGE CANNA independently tests and certifies cannabis products available on the market that contribute to the health improvement of people and comply with the corresponding active ingredient amounts. Not all legally available cannabidiol preparations on the market are rated as qualitatively suitable. Laboratory analyses have repeatedly been able to address deficiencies. Label and packaging information do not always match the actual product content.

What do previous test results show?

A study published by ARGE CANNA in November 2017 examined 46 CBD/CBDa hemp oils. The results of the extensive test are shown in the attached graphic and revealed that 21 products were within the recognized fluctuation range, while 25 oils contained up to 30 percent less CBD than stated on the packaging. Only three – including CANNEXOL from cannhelp – received the AC quality seal award.

Few products delivered what they promised – all other CBD preparations contained significantly less CBD than indicated on the packaging according to test results. 

Accordingly, some products do not meet their claims. Notable test winners were recognized as CANNEXOL products from cannhelp with Organic Oil 5% and 10%, Greenfield with CBD Gold 50%, as well as Bio Bloom with CO2 Extract 4%, 6%, and 8%. ALTERNATIVELY: Among a few others, the CANNEXOL products from cannhelp were especially recognized as notable test winners.

Only products certified by ARGE CANNA with the AC quality mark have undergone strict laboratory tests and are considered trustworthy due to their quality controls. We are pleased with the certification received and support such careful controls and verifications around cannabis and its medical use. We strive to maintain our existing quality standards and continuously improve our reliability and your trust. 

TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY ARGE CANNA

What distinguishes cannhelp quality: 

For us as a company, the well-being of people is central. That is why we use only carefully selected raw materials for our production. Our production is subject to strict quality controls and our manufacturing methods are continuously developed.

To guarantee maximum independence, our raw materials and products are analyzed and tested by external partners.

Just like with vegetables or food, the flowers, leaves, and stems of the hemp plant used for extracting cannabinoids and terpenes can contain pesticides, herbicides, mold, or other contaminants. Moreover, nature does not produce all plants equally. The content of cannabinoids, terpenes, antioxidants, and other substances in a typical phytocomplex from industrial hemp can vary greatly. It is our duty as a manufacturer to select only the best raw materials and ensure a consistently high-quality end product.

Our products are tested batch by batch, and the exact analysis of the product is transparently available on our website based on the batch number. We currently test our raw materials and products for cannabinoids, terpenes, microorganisms, heavy metals, pesticides, and solvent residues.

Read more about this in the quality assurance section.