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Scientists are discovering new compounds derived from cannabis quite frequently, which makes it difficult for users to keep up with the latest cannabis-related discoveries. Despite the fact that it was only discovered a few years ago and not much was known about THCB, for example, cannabis enthusiasts have tried the cannabinoid and the verdict is this: they absolutely love it.
But what is THCB? What are its benefits and risks? What makes it different from other cannabinoids such as delta 9, delta 8 and delta 10?
What is THCB?
Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabutol, or THCB, is a cannabinoid similar to THC, the most abundant psychoactive cannabinoid in cannabis plants. A team of Italian scientists discovered the compound in 2019 along with THCP, THCH and other “new” cannabinoids that had never been found before.
THCB is thought to interact with the brain’s endocannabinoid system in a similar way to THC, mainly affecting CB1 and CB2 receptors. According to the researchers who discovered it, THCB has a greater affinity for binding to CB1 receptors than THC, which is theoretically due to its butyl side chain.
Although the compound has only recently been discovered, some small animal tests have been carried out, which have shown promising results similar to the effects of THC on the human body. In addition to reducing pain and slowing down reaction time, researchers have observed possible anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
How strong is THCB?
Despite the lack of information about this new and exciting compound, THCB is believed to have strikingly similar effects to regular THC, but with one key difference: increased potency. The compound has greater affinity to cannabinoid receptors due to its butyl side chain, as opposed to the pentyl side chain of delta 9, making it much more potent than THC. It is estimated that THCB is about as strong as THCP, which is 30 times stronger than normal delta 9!
How is THCB made?
Since THCB occurs naturally in cannabis plants only in trace amounts, it is usually synthesised from another cannabinoid in order to produce larger, usable quantities.
A process known as isomerisation is most evident in the production of THCB from cannabinoids derived from cannabis, such as CBD. All cannabinoids have a similar molecular structure because they are all derived from cannabigerolic acid (CBGA), sometimes called the “parent cannabinoid”. During isomerisation, the molecular structure of a compound is rearranged to form a new compound. So, in other words, CBD is extracted from the cannabis plant and this extract undergoes a series of chemical changes that convert it into THCB.
THCB versus other popular cannabinoids
THCB is a new compound worth keeping an eye on in the near future. With effects similar to delta 9 but with higher potency, this cannabinoid is set to become extremely attractive to cannabis users. Compared to the more well-known cannabinoids such as delta 8, delta 9 and delta 10, the main difference is that THCB has a butyl side chain instead of a pentyl side chain, which makes it light years stronger than all these other psychoactive cannabinoids.
THCB is one of the newer cannabinoids making the rounds on the market today
Final thoughts
Although relatively new, THCB certainly has the potential to become a market giant in the coming years. THCB has similar effects to Delta 9 – including deep sleep, anti-inflammatory effects, and pain relief – and a giant potency that makes it an ideal candidate for those who want to experience a high unlike any other.
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Source: cbdmall.com
