The hemp plant contains hundreds of cannabinoids. But have you ever heard of cannabichromene (CBC)? In the rest of this guide, we'll tell you absolutely everything you need to know about this highly interesting molecule, which scientists are studying more and more, not least for its supposed benefits.
Discover CBC (cannabichromene)
Is CBC legal in France?
What are the effects of CBC, a molecule with promising potential?
The differences between CBD and CBC
What are the different products enriched with CBC?
LeGrossisteDuCBD, quality CBC products
Discover CBC (cannabichromene)
Like CBD (cannabidiol), THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBG (cannabigerol), CBC (cannabichromene) is acannabinoid derived from the hemp plant. This cannabinoid, whose precursor is none other thancannabichromenic acid, was first discovered in 1966 by... Raphaël Mechoulam!
They isolated CBC before studying all its potential benefits. It's a cannabinoid quite similar to others, sharing with CBD or THC, for example, a similar basic molecular structure. CBC contains 21 carbon atoms, 30 hydrogen atoms and 2 oxygen atoms. Its chemical formula is C21H30O2.
Is CBC legal in France?
What about the legality of this molecule? Like CBD, CBN and CBG, CBC is completely legal. In fact, products containing more than 0.3% THC (tetrahydrocannabinol, the psychotropic molecule of the cannabis plant) are banned in France.
So if you're buying a wholesale product enriched with CBC, we recommend that you ask for the certificate of analysis. These are generally carried out by independent laboratories. These documents make it possible to confirm the cannabinoid content of each product tested and thus, where applicable, to prove its legality.
What are the effects of CBC, a molecule with promising potential?
Like CBD, CBC is a cannabinoid that promotes relaxation. It also reduces the intensity of certain types of pain and inflammation. Last but not least, it could offer a definite advantage in the fight against addiction.
However, its therapeutic action remains relatively unknown, as the number of studies carried out on its subject is quite small. New research could therefore enable us to learn a little more about it. One thing is certain: it is not psychotropic!
A natural anti-inflammatory
CBC is said to be a natural anti-inflammatory. Some studies have even shown that its use, coupled with THC consumption, could lead to theentourage effect. This is because cannabichromene binds more tightly to TRPV and TRPA receptors in the body.
CBC, stress, anxiety and depression
Some studies show that CBD targets mechanisms associated with stress and anxiety, such as cortisol and serotonin. Since CBC is relatively close to CBD, it's conceivable that its action could be similar or quasi-similar, leading to relaxation.
BCC and its possible impact on cancers
A latest study seems to indicate that CBC, by enabling better affiliation of the body toanandamide (an unsaturated fatty acid), could play an anti-cancer role. However, such information needs to be confirmed by further studies, both pre-clinical and clinical.
Is CBC effective against acne?
CBD is said to slow down sebum production, suggesting that this cannabinoid could eventually become a powerful anti-acne agent. This discovery was made by researchers who had previously studied how CBD affects the skin.
The differences between CBD and CBC
Basically, there are no major differences between these two compounds of the cannabis plant. From the point of view of properties, cannabidiol and cannabichromene act in much the same way on the consumer. However, CBD is better known and studied by researchers, who have mastered almost everything about this cannabinoid.
On the legal side, CBD and CBC are authorized for production, sale and consumption in France. Finally, even from a molecular point of view, CBD and CBC are quite similar, since both molecules have 21 carbon atoms. Where the two molecules differ, however, is in the receptors they target. CBD affects the CB1 and CB2 endocannabinoid receptors, while CBC binds more closely to the TRPA1 and TPRV1 receptors.
What are the different CBC-enriched products?
What about the CBC-enriched products on the market? What are they? Unsurprisingly, the demand is mainly for CBD oils. As hemp oils can be more easily enriched with other cannabinoids, it's not uncommon to find CBD oils enriched with CBG or CBC. These oils are usually broad-spectrum cannabinoids, as they do not contain THC (tetrahydrocannabinol).
Other types of product exist, such as Flowers de CBC! These are Flowers of CBG which have then been soaked in a CBC distillate. As some varieties are richer in CBC than others, they can also be completely natural. As for the rest, some e-liquids can also be made from CBC, as can cosmetics and infusions. In other words, there's a wide range on offer.
LeGrossisteDuCBD, quality CBC products
As you know, we've set ourselves the goal of supporting CBD retailers by enabling them to offer the best hemp -based products on the market, either online or directly in their stores. As trend-spotters, we can now offer you CBC-rich products. Fast delivery guaranteed in mainland France, in the shortest possible time (allow around 24 to 48 hours).
