Why it matters
Broad-spectrum is produced by taking a full-spectrum extract through an additional purification step (chromatography or selective crystallisation) that removes the THC while leaving CBG, CBC, CBN, and terpenes largely intact. The result is a near-zero-THC product that preserves most of the entourage matrix.
In practice
Practical use case: consumers who want the entourage benefit but cannot risk any THC exposure — workplace drug testing, certain athletic competition rules. Quality varies. A good broad-spectrum tests under 0.01% THC and retains measurable minor cannabinoids; a thin one tests like isolate plus solvent residue.
Common confusion
Broad-spectrum is sometimes marketed as full-spectrum without THC. The terpene and minor cannabinoid losses during THC removal are real, so it is not a free upgrade.
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