Molecular Science Corp. provides the tools and cannabis testing services required to succeed through quality science and quality compliance. We offer all testing services required by Health Canada for regulatory purposes and product lot-release. As well, MSC offers expanded product analysis, including product profiling, development and improvement. To submit your sample(s), please follow the steps outlined here: “How to Submit a Sample to MSC”
MSC’s cannabis testing services:
Cannabinoids (Potency)
Quantitation by HPLC-UV of 11 major cannabinoids: Δ9-THC, Δ8-THC, Δ9-THCA, THCV, CBDV, CBDA, CBGA, CBG, CBD, CBN, CBC.
Terpenes
Quantitation of 41 terpenes by GC-MS/FID. Provides an informational and easy to interpret profile. Terpene potency is not a required test by Health Canada.
Pesticides
Detection and quantitation of regulated pesticides by LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS with LOQs meeting or exceeding Health Canada requirements for all 98 regulated pesticides.
Heavy Metals
Quantitation of regulated heavy metals (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury) by ICP-MS according to USP <232> (LOQs for Inhalation Drugs). Additional compounds can be included if needed, eg. Antimony for topicals.
Residual Solvents
Screening for residual solvents by LOD using pharmaceutical grade vacuum ovens according to USP <731>. Quantitation by Headspace GC-MS/FID of up to 29 residual solvents.
Mycotoxins
Detection of aflatoxins by LC-MS/MS according to EP limits for B1, B2, G1 & G2 for herbal drugs (2.8.18). Ochratoxin A can be included if needed.
Dissolution
In vitro characterization of cannabinoid release from product matrix.
Peroxide Value
Detection and quantitation of Peroxide Value in cannabis oil according to USP <401>
Water Content
Loss on Drying (LOD) using pharmaceutical grade vacuum ovens according to USP <731> or Karl Fischer analysis of water content according to USP <921>
Microbial
Total yeast and mold count, total aerobic count, bile tolerant gram-negative bacteria, P. aeruginosa, S. aureus. *Performed by qualified and licensed partner labs.
Stability
*Performed by qualified and licensed partner labs
Density
Density measurement performed by pycnometer according to USP <841>.
Cannabinoid Potency by HPLC-UV 
Pesticides by LCM-MS/MS 
Heavy Metals by ICP-MS 
Additional Pesticides by GC-MS/MS 
Water Content & Peroxide Value by Karl FIscher and Potentiometric Titration 
Terpenes & Residual Solvents by GC-MS/FID 
Microbial by Traditional Plating
For a one-page document detailing the testing services MSC offers – click here!
MSC works with many product formats!
To date, MSC has developed and validated test methods for the following product types:
Dried Flower 
Oil 
Edibles 
Extracts 
Vapes 
Tablets 
Gel Caps 
Topicals
GMP cannabis testing services done fast!
MSC’s expert lab team can rapidly develop and validate test methods specifically for your cannabis derived products, including edibles, wellness products, and pharmaceuticals upon request.
Not sure if MSC has cannabis testing services or validated test methods to meet your needs? Contact Us or give us a call at 416-800-0479 and we’d be happy to discuss how we can support your unique cannabis testing needs.