Why N.Y. Legal Weed Might Not Be as Safe, or as Strong, as Advertised
30 August 2025 at 15:00
New York depends on private labs to test cannabis products’ potency and check for contaminants. Some industry experts say the tests are not reliable.
Testing a cannabis vape at a state-licensed lab near Buffalo. There are 14 labs permitted to test cannabis in New York.
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