
HHC: Everything you need to know about this cannabinoid sold to the general public
How is it designed?
It is a semi-synthetic derivative of THC , meaning it can be found naturally in hemp , like THC , CBD or CBG , but is usually made in a laboratory based on THC: a cannabinoid found in cannabis.
Created by an American chemist named Roger Adams in the 1940s, this molecule has the particularity of having six hydrogen atoms, whereas THC only has four. Thus, its creation consists of adding two hydrogen atoms to a delta-9-THC molecule, in a process called "Hydrogenation."
What product can it contain?
They can be found in the same type of products that usually contain CBD. For example, there are CBD flowers , CBD products, CBD oils , but also CBD e-liquids and CBD vapes, as well as CBD resin blocks, CBD weed , and hash.
HHC the effects of this molecule.
There is still little research and perspective that allows us to know everything about the effects of this molecule. It is therefore difficult to form a precise opinion. However, being a direct derivative of THC , it is very likely that it shares its effects with it.
In fact, their composition is so similar that they both undoubtedly act on endocannabinoid receptors. If its effects are indeed similar to those of THC (which has yet to be proven), then we should achieve effects of this type:
- Altered perception of the passage of time.
- Increased appetite.
- Change of mood.
- Soothing effect on pain.
There are currently two known types of HHC: 9R and 9S. One of them is said to be an HHC cannabinoid, while the other is said to have no effect on the endocannabinoid system at all.
Is it psychotropic like THC?
Again, due to the glaring lack of research on this molecule, it is extremely difficult to know whether HHC has psychotropic effects.
According to various user reports, the molecule will have either effects inferior to those of THC, or on the contrary, effects close to those of morphine.
It is therefore impossible to form an opinion without scientific analysis , but, however, there is a good chance that in high doses, this molecule is psychotropic.
Is HHC a drug?
There are several answers, depending on how you define the word drug. If you mean a psychoactive substance, then most likely, yes, this molecule can be considered a drug.
If we take the criterion of causing addiction, there are still no studies proving that it causes any addiction.
However, if its effects are similar to those of cannabis , it is once again very likely that this molecule causes addiction.
So the answer will once again be yes. Ultimately, if you define the word drug as "has negative effects on health," then it will depend on how you consume it.
Indeed, smoking it will definitely be bad for your health, while eating it won't necessarily be. To answer this question clearly, all of its effects would need to be known.
Is it dangerous to consume the HHC molecule?
As things stand, there is no evidence that HHC in cannabis is a dangerous substance in any way to health . But equally, there is no evidence that it is a benign substance in the long term.
As with all psychotropic drugs, the danger of the product will vary greatly depending on how you consume it and whether or not you are addicted to it.
It will also vary depending on how the molecule was manufactured and the mental and physical state of the consumer at the time of taking it.
If it turns out that this molecule is a disruptor of the brain's information processing (psychodysleptic), then it will undoubtedly be considered dangerous.
Before its ban in France, one could be sure that HHC-based products came from secure, compliant manufacturing sites. This is no longer the case.
HHC the doctors' opinion.
Unsurprisingly, doctors recommend caution until there are studies proving the safety of the HGH molecule.
However, experts seem to think that with the French prohibition policy and the banning of this type of molecule, we are heading straight for a disaster in terms of consumer health support, as well as a police and legal disaster.
Indeed, if the molecule proves dangerous, it will be much easier to prevent it and treat patients if its use is legal and regulated. Making it illegal, however, makes it a market for mafias and prevents production from being controlled with safety standards.
Is it legal in France?
For a time, legal uncertainty surrounded the HHC molecule. But, since the end of July 2022, legal experts have confirmed that the decree of May 27, 2015 on narcotics also covers it.
In fact, it is one of the cyclohexylphenols, classified as narcotics, even if the name "hexahydrocannabinol" does not appear in the decree.
It is therefore classified as a narcotic by French legislation, in the same way as THC.
Even though many sites selling CBD offer HHC for purchase, this molecule is no longer authorized for sale or purchase, but as no new law has been passed, the legal uncertainty still exists to a certain extent, explaining why there are still so many shops selling it and so many people who believe that this molecule is still legal.
It's highly likely that the legislation will tighten in the coming months. In any case, it's not legal in France at the moment.
Why don't we sell HHC at Famous CBD?
Famous CBD is a wellness product website; we don't want to sell a product that hasn't been proven to work in this regard. Furthermore, the lack of research on its dangers is a deal breaker for us: there's no way we'd sell a product to our customers without knowing its dangers.
We prefer to offer you CBD-based products at a good price, whose effectiveness and safety have been proven time and again, such as CBD pollen or CBD oils . These products are also 100% legal in France and will certainly remain so.