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As marijuana concentrates evolve and manufacturers of these concentrates also evolve in creating new ones, information is ceaseless. Rosin is the most recent extract from the plant, and there is a stampede in the weed dispensaries for obtaining the product. Although many people prefer to utilize their homegrown plants for making rosin, others only buy from the shop. One of the marijuana concentrates is rosin nucleation. What do you know about marijuana rosin nucleation?
Marijuana rosin is one of the market’s most potent concentrates, yet there is not much information about the different personalities. We are talking about the nucleation of rosin. Typically rosin is a sticky, syrupy substance you squeeze from the flowers or buds of the marijuana plant on maturity. The process for extraction entails using heat and pressure. And the process is thought of as the cleanest form of extraction for concentrates at any time.
Now there is the question of nucleation of marijuana rosin, and people want to know what this is and if it is safe, as good as pure rosin, and more.
With all the big words to explain what nucleation is, no wonder people get confused. The simplest explanation for nucleation is; the change of one substance to another, yet remaining the same in chemical components. For example, with marijuana rosin, although the consistency changes from a syrupy, sticky consistency to a granular or sugary one, it is still rosin.
The concentrate does not flow as quickly as the original rosin compound; it sticks and clumps together like moist sugar granules. And this kind of change in the rosin may occur should the extract be exposed to any contaminants, like a change in atmosphere or storage.
Change in the atmosphere means to open air. You may not deliberately do this; however, should you be smelling the rich terpenes emitting your rosin, there is evaporation and contamination.
Another contaminant could be the plants’ fatty compounds that become attached to the rosin during pressing. With these ‘fatty’ compounds present, they can initiate a reaction that causes the rosin to become crystalline in its composition, and this is nucleation.
When this change occurs, you will have the terpenes and cannabinoids separating from rosin. Although they separate and the terpenes and cannabinoids are on the outer structure of the now sugary concentrate, the potency level does not change. However, this only lasts for a while. As the reaction is already in motion, the time for THC to remain at its most potent when rosin is nucleated is six months to one year.
There is no way you can tell how long THC remains in nucleated marijuana rosin, as this depends on storage. However, some people experienced in consuming marijuana concentrates will tell you they prefer the ‘sugar up’ or ‘butter outs’ to the original state of rosin.
As reported by The Press Club: “No. Once the change occurs, you cannot reverse the cycle. It is not like ice melting and becoming water, and you refreeze. The good news is that nucleation does not affect the quality and potency of your marijuana rosin. But for personal preference, some people view sugared-up rosin as subpar, but it has the same quality and effect as non-nucleated, homogenous rosin.
Many marijuana rosin experts view buttered-out rosin as past its prime, but it’s similar to rosin, with a more consistent and even texture.
Although sugared-up rosin is still a high-quality product, nucleation can lead to accelerated terpene loss. Nucleation of marijuana rosin brings terpenes to the solution outside as the larger molecules gather and force the terpenes to the outside. Terpenes outside the rosin tend to evaporate more quickly, impacting the flavor and effect over time. So to minimize terpene evaporation, proper storage is critical. End quote.”
Because rosin is a marijuana concentrate, consumption is the same should it nucleate. Consuming nucleated marijuana rosin is done by dabbing; however, it is not the recommendation of experts. The sugar up of rosin means your potency levels are detonating so does the quality. When nucleation takes place, you find more marijuana lipids present, and dabbing can be harmful to the lungs. Consumption of this rosin causes heightened sleepiness and pain in the lungs, which can make you sick. The recommendation, throw the stuff out.
You are probably on your last gram or dab at the stage where rosin nucleates mean, so there is no need to flog this dead horse. Instead, invest in a new batch that will give you more creative pleasure and medical relief. It is also best to store your rosin properly to prevent nucleation.
There is still a lot more to learn about rosin that is nucleated. Scientific research continues to discover more about the concentrate when it reaches the state. Many people are still trying to figure out what to do should their rosin start nucleating, and we hope this article helps. The main thing to note is proper storage does help to enhance the lifetime of your marijuana rosin. Ask your marijuana dispensary near you for the best method to store your purchase.
The best way to store rosin concentrates or any marijuana concentrate is in airtight containers, away from direct sunlight, or in a cool, dark place. A fridge is the best place, as you have a controlled temperature, and there is no chance of exposure to fluctuating temperatures in the airtight container.
Exposure to light and heat can act as the cause of nucleation. And this transforms terpenes and other compounds or contaminants. The transformation can result in odd coloration and not-so-appealing flavors of your rosin after time. It also speeds up the rate of THC degradation, becoming CBN. And CBN turns your marijuana concentrates into sleep medicine.
So, proper storage increases the shelf life of your rosin concentrate and preserves terpenes, cannabinoids, and color. The best storage containers are unbleached parchment paper for short-term storage time. Silicone jars are also an option. They repel light and make it easy to remove the sticky rosin. And there is also the option to use your good old mason jar. And, proper storage of rosin prevents this marijuana product from nucleation.
Source:
1. https://thepressclub.co/blogs/tips-tricks/how-to-properly-store-rosin
2. https://thepressclub.co/blogs/tips-tricks/what-is-nucleation-in-rosin#:~:text=Nucleation%20is%20a%20sign%20that%20fatty%20compounds%20and,separate%20from%20the%20terpenes%20and%20cannabinoids%20in%20rosin.
3. https://californiaweedblog.com/2021/08/27/can-dabs-go-bad/amp/
4. https://potguide.com/blog/article/can-marijuana-concentrates-go-bad/
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