Ensuring Consistency, Safety, and Compliance at Every Step
In the regulated cannabis industry, product quality isn’t just a standard—it’s a responsibility. Root Sciences’ quality assurance and testing services are designed to safeguard the integrity of your product while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks. Through robust protocols and analytical precision, we help you maintain consumer trust and deliver consistent, safe, and effective products.
Our Quality Assurance & Testing Services
Cannabinoid Profiling
Detailed analysis of potency, THC/CBD ratios, and minor cannabinoid content to validate label claims and guide formulation.
Contaminant Testing
Screening for heavy metals, pesticides, microbial contamination, mycotoxins, and residual solvents to ensure product safety.
Environmental Stability
Assessment of shelf life, formulation integrity, and environmental impacts (e.g., temperature, humidity) on product stability.
Lab Accreditation & Compliance
Accreditation & Certification
Our partner labs carry certifications such as ISO/IEC 17025, validating technical competence and consistent, repeatable results. Additional state regulatory approvals reinforce credibility and local compliance.
Regulatory Framework
We strictly follow state-level cannabis testing mandates and federal guidelines for laboratory operations—ensuring full alignment with GMP, FDA, and health agency requirements.
Testing Protocols and Methodologies
Detailed Protocols
Our labs employ proven scientific methods including High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) for microbial detection.
Quality Control Processes
Every test follows a rigorous workflow: standardized sample collection, chain-of-custody documentation, and calibrated instrumentation—ensuring traceability and accuracy at every touchpoint.
Data Reporting & Analytics
Reporting Structure
Clients receive easy-to-read, comprehensive reports that detail potency levels, contamination results, and compliance verification—formatted for internal review and external audits.
Transparency & Security
Our systems are designed with built-in encryption and audit trails, ensuring data confidentiality, traceability, and accuracy from lab to client dashboard.
Technology & Equipment
State-of-the-Art Equipment
Our labs use advanced instrumentation, including LC-MS/MS and ICP-MS systems, ensuring the highest level of analytical performance across all testing categories.
Continuous Innovation
We invest in R&D and equipment upgrades to stay ahead of evolving product formulations and regulatory demands—ensuring results you can trust today and tomorrow.
- What types of products can you test?
- We test a wide range of cannabis and hemp products including oils, distillates, edibles, topicals, tinctures, vape cartridges, beverages, and raw biomass.
- Are your testing methods compliant with regulatory standards?
- Yes. Our labs follow ISO/IEC 17025 standards and adhere to local, state, and federal cannabis testing regulations to ensure full compliance and audit-readiness.
- What contaminants do you screen for?
- We offer comprehensive contaminant testing that includes screening for heavy metals, residual solvents, pesticides, microbial pathogens, and mycotoxins.
- What is cannabinoid profiling and why is it important?
- Cannabinoid profiling identifies the potency and composition of your product—including levels of THC, CBD, and minor cannabinoids. This ensures accurate labeling and helps guide formulation decisions.
- Do you offer stability or shelf-life testing?
- Yes. We conduct environmental and stability testing to help assess how your product performs over time under various conditions, such as heat, humidity, and light exposure.
- How is my data protected?
- All test data is securely stored, encrypted, and accessible only to authorized users. Our reporting systems also include audit trails for full transparency.
- Can you help me understand my Certificate of Analysis (COA)?
- Absolutely. Our team is available to walk you through your COA and explain results in a way that’s clear, actionable, and aligned with your compliance goals.
- What makes your lab services different?
- Root Sciences combines deep industry expertise with advanced analytical technology and a consultative approach. We’re not just a testing provider—we’re a strategic partner invested in your success.