// Definition
The process of removing plant lipids (waxes, fats) from cannabis extracts, typically through winterization (dissolving in ethanol and freezing) or other filtration methods. Lipid removal improves extract clarity and stability while also removing lipid-bound contaminants such as heavy metals.
// From the Episode
Discussed in Ep 052 in the context of heavy metal contamination. Mark Scialdone explained that since heavy metals bind to lipid fractions, effective lipid filtration serves a dual purpose: improving extract quality and reducing heavy metal exposure. The panel discussed various approaches to lipid removal and the implications for different extraction methods that retain varying amounts of plant lipids.
// Source
Ep. 052 Hash Church LI 51 →