How to Spot Fake THCA Snowballs

THCA snowballs/snow caps have arrived at Bloomz!  Snowballs or snow caps offer an even more potent THCA flower product than ever.  Maybe you’ve already heard of snowballs (also known as snow caps), since they’re becoming immensely popular at the moment, thanks to their enhanced concentration of THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid – a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in fresh, undried cannabis, which, as we know, turns into delta 9 THC when heated. 

But, with the product trending right now, it’s no surprise that we’re witnessing some companies churning out lower-quality, or potentially even fake THCA snowballs, in order to profit off of the hype.  

Luckily, we’re here to give you a full guide to spotting fake or low-quality THCA flower snowballs, so you don’t need to worry about being disappointed.

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What are THCA Flower Snowballs?

THCA flower snowballs are a relatively new product on the market, consisting of THCA flower buds that have been rolled in pulverized THCA diamonds, so that the entire exterior of each bud is covered in a layer of pure THCA.  Naturally, this amps up the potency of the product by a whole lot, since THCA, once again, becomes delta 9 THC once it’s heated.

THCA flower snowballs smell and taste just like “regular” buds, since cannabinoids have no flavor or aroma qualities to influence the product.  However, as you probably guessed by now, they get their name from the fact that they look like they’re covered in snow, since THCA diamonds are naturally crystalline, and grinding them up gives them a snow-like appearance.

Why Do Low-Quality or Fake THCA Snowballs Even Exist on the Hemp Market?

Obviously, there really is no excuse for companies to be selling THCA snowballs that’re fake, or even made with incredibly low quality standards that are not disclosed by the manufacturer.  But, it’s not too surprising that companies would want to profit off of low-tier THCA snowballs, knowing that it’s so high in demand, while supply is so low.  Basically, the current state of the industry is unregulated, which allows companies to make all kinds of claims about the quality of their products, without major repercussions.

What Types of Low-Quality or Fakes Might You Encounter?

There are a few different ways to make an absolutely low-quality or fake THCA snowball product, so let’s cover the different possibilities, as that way, you know what to spot:

• Knock-Off Products: A knock-off would be an THCA flower snowball product made by one company, designed to look exactly like the product made by a more popular company – sort of like how you can find fake designer sunglasses at flea markets.  What’s inside the product is just low-quality, or simply doesn’t even contain THCA.
• Snowballs that Contain Zero (or Almost Zero) THCA: There are also products that are advertised as THCA, but either don’t contain any THCA at all, or are made with so little an amount of THCA that they can’t possibly give you the effects of the cannabinoid.
• Flower Infused with Harmful Ingredients: While these products aren’t technically fake, you still want to strictly stay away from any snowballs that contains THCA, but also contains dangerous ingredients that can harm your health, like Vitamin E, an ingredient that has been linked to serious respiratory problems when inhaled.
• THCA Flower That’s Not Coated in Real Diamonds: Real THCA diamonds are made using a specialized process that involves purifying the THCA cannabinoid until it achieves a crystalline structure.  THCA snowballs are covered in a pulverized form of THCA diamonds.  As you might imagine, it’s not too hard to fake THCA diamond powder, since it doesn’t look different from other types of crystal powders.

Avoiding Low-Quality or Fake THCA Snowballs: What You Need to Keep an Eye Out For

Now we can look at the different ways you can spot low-quality or simply fake THCA snowballs, as fortunately, there are a number of indicators, whether you’re buying in person or online.  

1. Know Your Source: Only buy THCA snowballs product from a reputable source.  Licensed dispensaries and trusted retailers are more likely to offer genuine products.  Avoid buying from sites likes Craigslist, Facebook, etc. and even physical locations/local individuals who lack proper credentials.
2. Lab Testing: All THCA snowballs should come with third-party lab test results indicating the THCA content.  Examine the lab results and ensure they’re from a legitimate third-party testing facility.
3. Appearance: THCA snowballs should be made with flower buds that are properly trimmed, dense, and free of seeds, stems, and leaves.  The trichomes (crystal-like structures on the bud) should be intact and plentiful.  Poorly manicured or leafy buds might indicate lower quality or misrepresentation.
4. Color and Smell: Fake THCA snowballs might have an “off” appearance when it comes to the color, or it might have an “off” scent.  While this isn’t a definitive test, a significant deviation from what you expect could be a red flag.  Besides that, THCA snowballs should have a very strong aroma compared to standard flower, due to having a higher trichome count.
5. Pay Attention to Packaging: Loose flowers without any branded packaging or labeling are riskier as they don’t offer any information about their source, strain, or content.  Besides that, the packaging should be properly labeled with the name of the strain, the THCA content (percentage), the ingredients, and directions for use, with no obvious spelling or grammar errors.
6. Physical Feel: Sometimes, fake or adulterated cannabis  THCA flowers can feel unnaturally dense or hard due to fillers.  They may also be overly sticky, indicating the addition of external substances.
7. Check Reviews: Look online for reviews of the product.  If many users are reporting it as fake or of low quality, that’s a clear sign to be wary.
8. Ask Questions: When in doubt, ask questions directly to the vendor.  Genuine sellers should be knowledgeable about their THCA products and be able to provide detailed answers.
9. Educate Yourself: Familiarize yourself with the properties and characteristics of THCA flowers.  The more you know, the easier it will be to spot fakes.
10. Price Check: If the price seems too good to be true, it might be.  Authentic THCA snowballs should never be far cheaper than the competition, unless the vendor is holding a sale or a special offer.

Get the Real Deal When Buying Bloomz THCA Flower Snowballs!

It’s unfortunate that fake and low-quality THCA snowballs exist in the first place.  But fortunately, you can avoid them by knowing what to keep an eye out for, even when you’re buying them online.  Here at Bloomz, you don’t have to worry about being letdown by your THCA Flower Snowballs purchase, as we’ve maintained a strong reputation in the industry for a long time, and our products always come with easily verifiable third-party lab reports.

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