Does CBD Oil Expire?

Have you ever reached into the fridge, pulled out the milk, and taken a big gulp… only to realize that it’s completely spoiled? (Then you check the label and see it expired last week!)

 

Definitely not a fun experience for anyone. Of course, all fresh food expires at some point. And because CBD is a natural substance grown in the soil like many fresh foods, it begs the question: Does CBD expire?

 

Can CBD go bad?

 

Like all organic consumables, CBD oil will eventually expire. That’s actually a good thing, and here’s why…

 

Some non-reputable CBD companies like to add toxic preservatives to lengthen their CBD oil’s shelf life.

 

But what they may not realize is that CBD is a pretty potent preservative on its own—which means toxic preservatives could have the opposite effect on CBD’s shelf life and even its efficacy.

 

If that weren’t bad enough, there have been a few hemp companies that have used synthetic cannabinoids in their oil formulations. And according to the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), they’re illegal and highly toxic.

 

In fact, in 2018, 52 people in Utah fell dangerously ill from consuming falsely labeled CBD products that were made of a toxic synthetic cannabinoid called 4-cyano CUMYL-BUTINACA (4-CCB).

 

Pretty scary, right?

 

This is all the more reason to purchase high-quality CBD oil from reputable companies.

 

And this leads us to our next point…

 

The shelf life of CBD oil

 

In a nutshell, high-quality, organic CBD oil typically has a shelf life of at least 1 year.

 

And it all boils down to a few factors:

 

• Quality

High-quality CBD oil is sourced from hemp farmers who utilize organic growing practices. They steer clear of any pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, GMOs, and all other harmful contaminants.

 

• Extraction Process

CO2 (Carbon dioxide) extraction is perhaps the safest and most effective method to create premium CBD oil extracts. It’s solvent-free and it utilizes the CO2 from the same air we breathe, which helps maximize the level of beneficial molecules, like CBD, in the final product.

 

• Ingredients

Organic ingredients are a must when creating high-quality CBD oil products. This applies not only to the cannabinoids, but to things like flavors and carrier oils as well. They’re typically more effective than their non-organic (aka “conventional”) counterparts.

 

• Packaging and storage

Believe it or not, air and sunlight can increase the degradation of your CBD oil. So only purchase CBD oil products that come in an air-tight, dark bottle. And be sure to store your CBD in a cool dark place, as you would with other perishable supplements.

 

If you haven’t touched your CBD oil in a long time, check to see if it has a funny or extract skunky smell; look to see if it’s thick or cloudy; and finally, see if it has a bitter or metallic taste. These are all indicators that your CBD oil is no longer good and it’s time to get a new one.

 

 

Bottom Line

 

While it’s true that CBD oil does expire, high-quality hemp extracts usually have a longer shelf life, and they’re more effective than cheaper products that cut corners.

 

Whether you’re looking to address those crippling aches and pains, overcome those daunting sleepless nights, or simply need a mood boost, Pure Kana CBD oil may just be the answer you’ve been looking for. To make it easy for you to try, you can use our discount code CODY20 for an additional 20% off your order of Pure Kana CBD.