If you are looking to get a certificate of analysis (COA) for your cannabis or hemp product we have compiled a list of the top cannabinoid testing laboratories in Europe. Whether you are a grower, producer, manufacturer, wholesaler or retailer getting an accurate COA is important for you own legal peace of mind and for your customers to know exactly what they are buying.
3rd party lab testing
We are currently using Eurofins as certified, true 3rd part testing for our CBD oil products. You can read more about their accreditation schedule here.
We have another 3rd part testing institute before, Croatia Control which remains our back-up. Their accreditation can be found here.
A comprehensive list of cannabinoid testing laboratories in Europe
Our list of cannabinoid testing laboratories is designed to help you find a reliable partner who can test your products and samples to check for potency and safety. Even if you have your own in house lab or HPLC machine getting a third party to confirm your results is common sense and good practice
Is your laboratory competent?
Make sure the laboratory you choose is EN ISO/IEC 17025 compliant. This is the main ISO standard used by testing and calibration laboratories. In most major countries, ISO/IEC 17025 is the standard for which most labs must hold accreditation in order to be deemed technically competent.
List of cannabis testing laboratories
- Cannabilab – Czech Republic
- Pharma Lab – Slovenia
- Fundacion Canna – Spain
- Eurofins Laboratories – Netherlands
- Eirlab – Ireland
- Test Lab Amsterdam – Netherlands
- Phytovista Laboratories – UK
- Tentamus – Germany / Israel / USA / Global
- Adact Medical – UK
- Testing Center Globaltest – Bulgaria
- Proverde Labs – USA
- Tüv-Süd – Germany
- Aquatest – Czech Republic
- Cannalabs – Poland
Cannabilab
Cannabilab
Dobrá 240,
VUHZ Inc. building,
73951 Czech Republic
info@cannabilab.eu
+420-730 897 653 – sample reception (info@cannabilab.eu)
+420-725 592 994 – Dr. Romana Kurková (Romana.Kurkova@ehss.eu)
+420-602 543 965 – Dr. Tomas Ocelka (Tomas.Ocelka@ehss.eu)
Recommended minimal weight of sample:
Plant material: 40g
Extract: 15g
Oil: 25g
CBD rich substances: 5g (1,5g for pure CBD)
Food: 120g
Cosmetics: 40g
Pharma Lab
Pharmahemp d.o.o.
Cesta v Gorice 8
1000 Ljubljana
Slovenia, Europe
info@pharma-lab.eu
Recommended minimal weight of sample:
Plant material: 2g or more
Resinous material or liquid: 0.5g or more
Services
Cannabinoid Profiling using high pressure liquid chromatography
Turnaround time
7-10 working days after sample is received
Fundacion canna
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en
Fundacion CANNA
edificio 3 CUE
Parc Cientific de la Universitat de Valencia
C/Catedratico Agustin Escardino 9
46980 Paterna, Spain
info@fundacion-canna.es
Packages with samples must be sent to the laboratory in Paterna
Fundación CANNA is a non-profit initiative of the CANNA España Fertilizantes SL company, a multi-national company producing high quality fertilizers for fast growing plants.
The Foundation carries out studies and conducts research on Cannabis and its active compounds. Its main focus is on:
- Cannabis plants and their active compounds, related studies and scientific research, especially regarding its effects on the human body and mind.
- Scientific research regarding Cannabis use and its derivatives.
Services Offered
Terpenoids Test by gas chromatography (GC)
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en/terpenoids-test
Main monoterpenes (α-Pinene, β-Pinene, limonene, mircene, linalool, etc.), main sesquiterpenes (β-caryophyllene, humulene, etc.) and diterpenes (phytol, etc.)
Microbiological Test
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en/microbiological-test
Total aerobic microorganisms
Total fungi and yeasts
Enterobacteria
Cannabinoids Test using HPLC
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en/cannabinoids-test
Acidic cannabinoids: CBDA, CBGA and THCA
Neutral cannabinoids: CBD, CBG, THC and CBN
Heavy Metals Test using ICP-MS to quantify arsenic, lead and cadmium and AA to quantify mercury
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en/heavy-metals-test
Contaminant Tolerable daily intake in micrograms
Arsenic: 10
Cadmium: 4.1
Lead: 6
Mercury: 2.0
Multiresidue Pesticides Test
https://www.fundacion-canna.es/en/multi-residue-pesticides-test
liquid and gas chromatography, both with a mass/mass detector) up to 310 pesticide residues can be identified and quantified.
Turnaround Time
For a cannabinoid analysis 4 to 7 working days after sample is received
A microbiological analysis might take up to 10 days
Customers
Fundación CANNA only works with VAT registered companies.
Eurofins PROXY Laboratories
Eurofins
Archimedesweg 25
2333 CM
Leiden
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 (0)71 524 4080
Email: info.EBPT-NL@eurofins.com
Medicinal Cannabis Services
http://www.sinensislifesciences.com/Services/Solutions/Medicinal-Cannabis-Services
Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Netherlands have been responsible for quality control and release testing of medicinal cannabis since the start of the Dutch medicinal cannabis program. Using state-of-the-art equipment, a wide range of quality tests is applied and more recently, Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Netherlands set up a specialized GMP production facility for placebo cannabis, cannabis oils and other final dosage forms used in clinical trials.
Each strain of cannabis has its own cannabinoid and terpenoid profile. Profiling of these strains will provide guidance for future clinical studies to determine medicinal effects of products. Our medicinal cannabis consulting services are here to guide you in the right direction with comprehensive testing and GMP manufacturing including the following:
- GMP clinical trial medication (Cannabis flos, granulate and oils) in different types of primary packaging: bottles, pouches, bags, capsules. drop bottles
- Clinical trial documentation
- Basic cannabinoid profiling
- Advanced cannabinoid profiling
- Terpenoid profiling
Our professional analytical team also conducts quality control tests for medicinal cannabis such as:
- Appearance
- Foreign Material
- Fineness
- Identification A: Microscopic Properties
- Identification B: TLC
- Microbiological Contamination
- Aflatoxines (B1+B2+G1+G2)
- Pesticides (Ph. Eur. 2.8.13)
- Heavy metals (Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury, Nickel and Zinc) by ICP
- Loss on Drying
- Assay and related substances (CBDA, CBD, CBN, CBNA etc.)
- Fingerprinting
Our testing services include method development, validation and stability studies to ensure product integrity is maintained over time.
Quality Systems
Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Netherlands can write all your required Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering your facility, equipment, and production processes and help setting up a facility that is compliant with all GMP requirements and guidelines. We will train you on the SOPs and perform pre-inspection audits to ensure you are ready for your regulatory inspection.
Eirlab
http://eirlab.eu/cannabinoid-analytics/
Eirlab Research Group Ireland
77 Sir john Rogersons Quay
Dublin 2, Ireland
Email: support@eirlab.eu
Eirlab, the industry leader in Cannabinoid & Hemp testing analytics in Ireland and the EU. We use latest most advanced instruments and qualified methodologies to quantify cannabinoids, terpenes, microbiological/pesticide contaminants, & residual solvents.
Our expertise in molecular identification of cannabinoids translates in a variety of related services. These can be approached on a scale – starting with individual sample analyses of a single cannabinoid (e.g. THC Detection for Legal Compliance) and reaching Advanced Cannabinoid Specifications.
Sample types
- Hemp Cannabis Sativa L.
- Tinctures
- Extracts
- Edibles
- Capsules
- Oil-diluted products
- Beauty Products
Test Lab Amsterdam
http://www.testlabamsterdam.nl/
Test Lab Amsterdam
Postbus 58376
1040 Hj Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Email: info@testlabamsterdam.nl
Cannabinoids profile analysis reports of Cannabis species
- THC limit tests for the industrial hemp industry.
- Introduction of a new chemotaxonomic classification system for all Cannabis varieties.
- Information programs and workshops for specific target groups.
Services
GENDER TEST: Sex determination and control of genetics (M / V / Hermaphrodite).
BASIC ANALYSIS: Without a certificate. Indication of quantitative ratios of primary cannabinoids.
ADVANCED ANALYSIS: Including certificate. Indication of quantitative ratios of primary cannabinoids and effect relationships.
PREMIUM ANALYSIS: Report including certificate. Indication of quantitative ratios of primary cannabinoids. Botanical, physical and phytochemical characteristics. Profile effect and dose effect relations.
Pharmacological action. Therapeutic applications and pharmaceutical file.
Phytovista Laboratories Ltd
Phytovista Laboratories Ltd
Stubbs Lane, Beckington, BA11 6TE,
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1373470418
info@phytovistalabs.com
Lead time: 5 working days
Services
The UK’s expert CBD and Hemp product chemical testing facility. Services include cannabinoid and terpenes analysis, trace contaminant determination; mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticides, microbial, residual solvents.
Quality
Quality is our highest priority. PhytoVista operates to ISO 17025 standards and is in the process of becoming accredited.
Cannabinoid Analysis
As standard, they test for 14 cannabinoids using high pressure liquid chromatography.
Terpene Analysis
Using fully validated gas chromatography (GC) methodology, providing an accurate report of 21 terpenes.
Residual Solvents Analysis
Supercritical CO2 extraction is commonly used to make hemp extracts, though this method can leave flavonoids and other interesting polar (water soluble) compounds behind. Solvents are permitted to be used in the processing of foodstuffs under EU regulations, however the types of solvent and amount of residue considered safe are clearly defined. Isolates are also generally manufactured with the use of solvents, and depending on the manufacturing process, they may not all be removed.
Pesticides Analysis
A combination of LC-MS/MS and GC-MS to quantify up to 310 pesticides
Mycotoxins Analysis
Using UHPLC-MS/MS
- Aflatoxins B1, B2
- G1 G2 and Ochratoxin A
- Others are available including ergot alkaloids
Heavy Metals Analysis – Heavy Metals using ICP-MS
- Arsenic
- Lead
- Cadmium
- Mercury
Microbial Analysis
- Yeast and molds
- Enterobacteria
Tentamus
Tentamus
An der Industriebahn 5, 13088,
Berlin, Deutschland
Contact
- Europe: Dr. Serap Acikgöz serap.acikgoez@tentamus.com. P +49 151 185 682 25
- Israel: Dr. Vivi Ziv vivi@analyst-labs.com P +972 893 609 51
- USA: Derrick Tanner DTanner@pixislabs.com P +1 503-254-1794 ext. 2209
- Global: CRM-pharma@tentamus.com P +43 699 131 431 60
General Services
- Lab Network in Europe, Israel and USA
- Consulting Services
- Accredited Analytical Laboratories: GMP, GLP, GCLP, ISO
Analytical Services
- Analytical Method Development
- Qualification and Validation of Analytical Methods
- Analyses for Clinical and Non-Clinical Studies
- Analyses of all Substance Classes in Medical Cannabis:
- known cannabinoids (e.g. CBD, THC, 11-Hydroxy-THC and CBN) o other cannabinoids (> 100)
- Terpenes
- Contaminants (e.g. heavy metals, pesticides)
- Release Analysis (GMP, also QP release)
- Stability Studies
Analytical Methods
- Microscopy
- Thin Layer Chromatography – HPLC
- GC
- LC-MS/MS
- ICP-MS
- Microbiology
Bioanalytical Services
- Clinical Studies
- Analyses under GCLP
- Human Samples (Blood, Plasma, Urine)
- Non-Clinical Studies
- Analyses under GLP / Non-GLP
- A Variety of Species (e.g. Rodents & Pigs)
- A Variety of Biological Samples (e.g. Plasma, Brain, Skin, CSF, Fat)
Recommended minimal weight of sample
- 30g for chemical/physical analysis
- 40g for microbiology testing
- For research samples (bioanalytics) the needed amount can be significantly different
Turnaround time
5 to 7 days
Adact Medical
See Accreditation – ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Adact Medical Ltd.
5 Jetstream Drive,
Auckley, Doncaster,
South Yorkshire, England
DN9 3QS, UK
+44 1302 98 60 88
Excellence in quality
ADACT’s laboratory has been awarded ISO/IEC 17035:2017 Accreditation. We are the UK’s expert CBD and Hemp product testing laboratory. We test for 14 cannabinoids in all formats.
Cannabinoid analysis
We use HPLC to test for 14 cannabinoids.
Testing Services
- Cannabis plant materials
- Tinctures
- Edibles
- Capsules
- Cosmetics
- Drinks
- Food supplements
- Personal care products
- Hygiene and other related products
Other services
Heavy metals, pesticides and terpene analysis
Testing Center Globaltest
https://globaltest-bg.com/services-en/analyses-of-products-containing-cannabinoids/
TC Globaltest Ltd
31 Krushovski vrah street
1618 Sofia city
Republic of Bulgaria
Email: office@globaltest-bg.com
- Lab Manager: Mr. Dimitar Tanev, Dipl.chem.eng.
- Call center: +359 887 95 94 06
- Contact person for Cannabinoids analyses: Mr. Emil Mitev;
- Certificate of Accreditation with ISO/IEC 17025:2017, issued by American National Accreditation Board (ANAB), part of ILAC-MRA.
Scope of accreditation regarding Cannabinoids
- Microbiological analyses upon European Pharmacopoeia;
- Determination of Cannabinoids, including THC (d9-Dronabinol);
In the following groups:
- Cannabis plant material,
- Food products,
- Ingredients,
- Food supplements,
- Cosmetics,
- Personal care products,
- Hygiene and related products
Accredited method
Internal Lab Method with HPLC and GC-FID, based on technical equipment manufacturer’s method and Regulation (EU) 2017/1155.
Lead time
8-10 days
Proverde Labs
ProVerde Laboratories, Inc.
420 Fortune Blvd Milford, MA 01757
220 Industrial Way Unit 1, Portland, ME 04103
info@proverdelabs.com
Phone: (617) 221-3356
We have included proverde labs in this list because they are one of the world leaders in cannabinoid testing and sometimes you need a second opinion. We use this laboratory in the event of any dispute over cannabinoid testing results.
ProVerde Laboratories, Inc. has Massachusetts & Maine based laboratories offering analytical testing and consulting services in the Marijuana and Hemp segment. Available services utilizing leading-edge technologies to yield the most reliable analytical results available, while maintaining an environmentally friendly, green approach. Our mission includes building lasting relationships with our customers and communities by providing services with reliability, quality, and integrity.
ProVerde laboratories has been accredited in accordance with ISO / IEC 17025:2005.
ProVerde Laboratories offers analytical and consulting service to a variety of market segments, utilizing the newest generation of testing equipment and methodologies.
- Pharmaceutical
- Marijuana (Cannabis)
- Hemp
- Food & Nutrition
- Environmental
- Clinical Research
TÜV SÜD
Accreditation EN ISO/IEC 17025
TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH
Birlenbacher Str. 14
57078 Siegen
Germany
Phone: +49 271 7750 442
Fax: +49 271 7750 500
Analysis carried out by a qualified subcontractor, which is not accredited for DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005, but will soon in 2020. TÜV SÜD itself is accredited.
Cannabinoid Bestimmung
Determining of Cannabinoids using HPLC analysis of:
- Cannabidiol
- Cannabidiol-Carboxylsäure
- D9-Tetrahydrocannabinol
- Tetrahydrocannabinol- Carboxylsäure
- D8-Tetrahydrocannabinol
- Cannabigerol
- Cannabigerol-Carboxylsäure
- Cannabinol
- Cannabichromen
- Tetrahydrocannabivarin
- Cannabidivarin
- Cannabidivarin-Carboxylsäure
Turnaround time
7-10 working days
Recommended minimal weight of sample for determination of cannabinoids
10g / 10ml
Aquatest a.s. – Czech Republic (accredited laboratory)
http://www.aquatest.cz/en/services/laboratory-services
See accreditation EN ISO/IEC 17025
Aquatest a.s.
Geologicka 4,
152 00 Prague 5,
Prague (Registered office)
E-mail: laboratore@aquatest.cz
Cannabinoid profiling
Cannabinoid profiling using Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS)
Other services offered
Terpenes, Heavy metals, Pesticides, Mycotoxins, Solvent residues, PAH, Microbilogical tests, Loss on Drying, Nutritional values
Turnaround time
3-10 working days after sample is received for determination of cannabinoids, terpenes, heavy metals, solvent residues, loss on drying.
10 working days after sample is received for microbiological test.
10-15 working days after sample is received for Pesticides, Mycotoxins, Nutritional values.
Recommended minimal weight of sample for determination of cannabinoids
Plant material: 5 g (representative sample)
Extract/tincture: 2 g
Oil: 2-5 g
CBD rich substances: 2-5 g
Cosmetics a other products: 5 g
The required amount of sample for further analysis must be specified before sending samples to the laboratory.
Cannalabs By Ekotechlab
https://cannalabs.pl/en/home-2/
Cannalabs by Ekotechlab
Fiszera 14, 80-231 Gdańsk, Poland, Europe
E-mail: biuro@ekotechlab.pl
Tel: +48 58 380 01 50
NIP / TaxID / VAT: 5842459368
About us
Our laboratory has been serving customers from all over the world since 2012. We carry out extensive cannabis research, including Cannabinoids, heavy metals, pesticides, microbiology, terpenes and much more. We regularly pass international proficiency tests organized by LGC. As the first laboratory in Poland, we were accredited for cannabinoid research. We belong to the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation.
Services Offered
We carry out extensive cannabis research, including Cannabinoids, heavy metals, pesticides, microbiology, terpenes and much more.
Apparatus:
- HPLC
- GC
- LC-MS/MS
- ICP-MS
Recommended minimal weight of sample
Plant material 2g or more
Resinous material or liquid, 1g or more
it depends on type of test
Turnaround Time
Analysis results – 2 to 5 working days after sample is received.
