CBC Distillate

CBC Distillate – Bulk and Wholesale

CBC Distillate is a hemp-derived cannabichromene (CBC) extract concentrated through extraction, winterization, distillation, and refinement processes. CBC is recognized as one of the four major cannabinoids identified in hemp — alongside CBD, CBG, and CBN — and shares CBD's non-THC classification, making CBC distillate suitable for finished products positioned across both THC-permissive and THC-restricted markets. CBC distillate is widely used as the CBC building block in multi-cannabinoid product formulations where the four-major-cannabinoid narrative supports premium positioning. Available in bulk and wholesale quantities from 100 grams through 100+ kilogram tiers with significantly reduced pricing at higher volume. Material is produced in cGMP-compliant facilities and third-party tested through ISO 17025-accredited laboratories.

Product Specifications

• Product Type: Hemp-derived cannabichromene (CBC) distillate
• Primary Cannabinoid: Cannabichromene (CBC)
• Chemical Formula: C₂₁H₃₀O₂
• Molecular Weight: 314.46 g/mol
• CAS Number: 20675-51-8
• Form / Appearance: Viscous oil; can be soft or semi-solid at warm room temperatures due to CBC's low melting point
• CBC Content: Typically 70–85% (batch-dependent, see COA)
• Delta-9 THC Content: Non-detect to ≤0.3% by dry weight (batch-dependent, see COA)
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in oils, ethanol, and other lipid carriers
• Melting Point: Approximately 37°C (99°F) — notably lower than other major cannabinoids
• Source: USA-grown licensed hemp
• Available Sizes: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, 100kg+
• Storage: Cool, dry, light-protected — temperature management is particularly important due to CBC's low melting point
• Typical Shelf Life: 18–24 months sealed under proper conditions
• Lead Time: 1–3 business days for in-stock inventory; longer for custom volumes

What Is CBC?

CBC, short for cannabichromene, is a non-THC phytocannabinoid recognized as one of the four major cannabinoids in hemp alongside CBD, CBG, and CBN. With molecular formula C₂₁H₃₀O₂ and molecular weight 314.46 g/mol, CBC shares the same chemical formula as CBD — they are structural isomers, differing in molecular configuration rather than atomic composition. CBC distillate captures the concentrated CBC fraction of hemp extract through standard distillate refinement processes. CBC's distinctive physical feature among the major cannabinoids is its notably low melting point (~37°C / 99°F) — lower than CBD (66°C), CBG (52°C), or CBN (76°C). This affects handling: CBC distillate may be soft or semi-solid at warmer room temperatures and requires careful storage temperature management to maintain consistent physical state.

How CBC Distillate Is Produced

1. Source Material. Production begins with USA-grown licensed hemp source material, with cultivars and harvest conditions that support viable CBC yield through the refinement chain.

2. Extraction. Cannabinoids are extracted using CO₂ or ethanol methods, producing a crude oil concentrate containing CBC alongside other cannabinoids and plant compounds.

3. Winterization. The crude oil is dissolved in cold ethanol and filtered at sub-zero temperatures to remove fats, waxes, and lipids.

4. Distillation. Short-path molecular distillation under high vacuum concentrates the CBC fraction by separating cannabinoids based on differing boiling points. CBC's low melting point requires careful temperature management throughout distillation.

5. Final Refinement. Additional purification removes residual processing materials and concentrates the CBC fraction to 70–85% finished concentration.

6. Compliance Verification and QA. Every batch undergoes ISO 17025-accredited third-party testing verifying CBC content, Delta-9 compliance, and absence of pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbial contamination.

Manufacturing Applications

Multi-Cannabinoid Tincture and Soft Gel Programs. The largest application: CBC distillate as the CBC building block in tincture and soft gel products combining CBD + CBG + CBN + CBC for the four-major-cannabinoid positioning. Typical CBC concentrations: 5–15% of the cannabinoid blend.

Premium Skincare and Topical Formulations. Used at 0.5–3% CBC concentration in topical balms, salves, and skincare formulations. CBC's low melting point can support smooth incorporation into warm-blended topical bases.

CBC-Forward Tincture Programs. Used in tinctures positioned specifically around CBC content — typical concentrations of 25–75 mg/mL CBC-equivalent in carrier oils.

Edible Production. Used in CBC-positioned gummies, chocolates, and beverages at typical doses of 5–15 mg CBC per serving, often as a co-cannabinoid alongside CBD.

Multi-Cannabinoid Vape Products. Used as the CBC component in multi-cannabinoid vape blends positioned around full-cannabinoid-spectrum messaging.

Specialty Connoisseur-Grade Products. Used in branded specialty multi-cannabinoid SKUs targeting connoisseur retail markets where the four-major-cannabinoid narrative supports premium positioning.

Quality Standards and Third-Party Lab Testing

CBC Distillate is sourced from suppliers operating cGMP-compliant production facilities, with finished material independently tested through ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratories. Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis verifying CBC content, Delta-9 THC compliance, the full cannabinoid panel, and screening for pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, mycotoxins, and microbial contamination.

Compliance and Regulatory Considerations

CBC Distillate is produced from USA-grown hemp meeting the 2018 Farm Bill definition and is federally compliant for interstate distribution. As a non-THC cannabinoid that does not convert to THC under standard finished-product processing conditions, CBC generally faces standard hemp regulatory treatment at the state level. Buyers are responsible for verifying state-level CBC product registration and labeling requirements applicable to their finished products in destination markets.

Storage and Handling

Store CBC Distillate in a cool, dry environment — temperature management is particularly important due to CBC's low melting point (~37°C / 99°F). Storage between 15–22°C (59–72°F) is recommended; warmer temperatures may cause the material to soften further. Refrigerated storage (4–8°C) is recommended for long-term inventory management. Protected from direct light and moisture; sealed original packaging preserves potency for the typical 18–24 month shelf life.

Bulk and Wholesale Volume Tiers

CBC Distillate is available in 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, and 100kg+ configurations with tiered pricing. Pricing reflects the more limited cultivation and processing infrastructure for CBC compared to CBD or CBG. Standing-order arrangements available for buyers with recurring volume needs.

Wholesale Buyers and Procurement Profiles

CBC Distillate is sourced by manufacturers building multi-cannabinoid product lines positioned around the four-major-cannabinoid narrative, by formulators developing tinctures and soft gels combining CBD + CBG + CBN + CBC, by topical and skincare brands incorporating CBC at premium concentrations, by edible and tincture producers building CBC-forward SKUs, and by private label operations supplying branded multi-cannabinoid products to retail accounts seeking differentiated cannabinoid offerings.

Submit an order request through the contact form on this page or call (303) 339-0343 for current pricing, COA documentation, and available volume.