Microdosing isn't a new kid on the block but has gained traction in the cannabis community. User testimonials sing its praises, with reports ranging from increased focus, creativity, a notable absence of anxiety and depression, to successful chronic pain management.
While microdosing has found its fans, the market lacks dedicated products that cater to this growing demand.
Single-serve, microdosed cannabis edibles might just be the untapped niche that offers not only a business opportunity but also an innovative approach to gaining public acceptance.
The best vehicles for microdosing? Edibles!
Unlike smoking or vaping, edibles are discreet, odor-free, and incredibly portable. The precise dosing options make edibles an ideal choice for microdosers.
The edibles market is rich with a myriad of choices— from chocolates and cookies to gummies. However, a lack of specialized microdosed products has left users cutting gummies or dividing cookies, leading to inconsistent dosages and less-than-optimal experiences.
Let’s face it, manually slicing a 10 mg gummy isn't the epitome of precision. And even when consumers try their best to portion out an edible, the results can be inconsistent.
The Ideal Dose
For seasoned cannabis consumers, a standard dose often falls between 5 mg to 10 mg of THC. However, when microdosing, you're looking at a range of 1 mg to 5 mg. This lower quantity allows for a beneficial experience without the psychoactive effects. It's an excellent starting point for cannabis newcomers or for medical marijuana patients seeking therapeutic effects without the high.
Trailblazing the Cannabis Edible Market
Now, let’s grab our shades and head over to Thailand. The country became the first in Southeast Asia to legalize medical cannabis in 2018, and recreational cannabis was decriminalized last year. Until 2022, cannabis fell under the same category as Heroin on Thailand’s list of controlled drugs.
Baked Thailand, a Bangkok-based edibles company, saw an opportunity to blend culinary artistry with FDA guidelines to create single-packaged cookies containing 1.6 mg of THC – the maximum allowed dosage.
The result? Thailand’s first FDA-approved, infused, chocolate chip cookies.
Baked Thailand cookies can be sold without a cannabis license and can be sold nearly anywhere. Even though Baked Thailand operates in a different regulatory landscape, their example is worth noting for edibles businesses anywhere. The company has smartly utilized single-serve packaging for their cannabis-infused products to be regulatory compliant while making it easy for consumers to precisely and conveniently consume THC and CBD in microdose.
This sort of innovation can help normalize cannabis edibles and make them more publicly acceptable, even in markets with varying cultural and social attitudes toward cannabis. So, if you're in the edibles business and you're eyeing the next big opportunity, don't overlook microdosing. It could be the key to unlocking a new era of growth for your brand.
Precision in Every Drop: with Yamato Rotary Evaporators
When it comes to microdosing cannabis products, precision is the linchpin for ultimate consumer satisfaction. And for brands looking to perfect their formulations, look no further than Yamato's mini rotary evaporators. Designed specifically for research and development as well as recipe testing, these advanced evaporators offer an unparalleled range of rotation speeds.
This feature ensures that you achieve the exact concentration of cannabinoids, terpenes, and other vital compounds—every single time.
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