How to Read a COA for THC Gummies & Mini Syrups
How to Read a COA for THC Gummies & Mini Syrups
Published: October 31, 2025
Author: WTF | Welcome To Florida
A Certificate of Analysis, or COA, is your window into the safety, potency, and quality of a cannabis product. It’s a third-party lab report that verifies what’s in your THC gummies, mini syrups, or pre-rolls. At WTF, we believe in 100% transparency, which is why all our products have a QR code linking directly to their COA. In this guide, we’ll teach you how to read a COA like a pro.
Why is a COA Important?
A COA is your assurance that a product is:
- Safe: Free from harmful contaminants like pesticides, heavy metals, and residual solvents.
- Potent: Contains the amount of cannabinoids (like THC and CBD) that is advertised on the label.
- Legal: Compliant with federal law, meaning it contains no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight.
Never purchase a cannabis product that doesn’t have an easily accessible, up-to-date COA from a reputable, accredited lab.
Key Sections of a Certificate of Analysis
A COA can look intimidating, but it’s easy to understand once you know what to look for. Here are the most important sections:
1. Header Information
This section contains the basic details of the report:
- Lab Name: The name of the third-party laboratory that performed the test.
- Client/Brand Name: The name of the company that ordered the test (e.g., WTF | Welcome To Florida).
- Product Name: The specific product that was tested.
- Batch Number: A unique identifier that links the report to a specific batch of products.
- Date of Report: The date the analysis was completed.
2. Cannabinoid Profile (Potency)
This is the most crucial section for most consumers. It tells you the concentration of various cannabinoids in the product.
| Cannabinoid | What It Is |
|---|---|
| Delta-9 THC | The primary psychoactive compound. This must be ≤ 0.3% for legality. |
| THC-A | The non-psychoactive precursor to THC. It converts to THC when heated. |
| CBD | A non-psychoactive cannabinoid known for its wellness benefits. |
| CBN | A minor cannabinoid often associated with sedative effects. |
| CBG | Another minor cannabinoid with potential therapeutic benefits. |
| Total THC | The total potential THC in the product (usually calculated as (THC-A * 0.877) + Delta-9 THC). |
Look for the results in both percentage (%) and milligrams per gram (mg/g). This will confirm that you’re getting the potency you paid for.
3. Safety & Purity Analysis
This section ensures the product is free from harmful contaminants. A comprehensive COA will include tests for:
- Pesticides: Checks for the presence of harmful agricultural chemicals.
- Heavy Metals: Looks for toxic metals like lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium.
- Residual Solvents: Ensures that no harmful solvents used during the extraction process remain in the final product.
- Microbials: Tests for bacteria, mold, and yeast to ensure the product is safe for consumption.
- Mycotoxins: Screens for toxic substances produced by mold.
For each test, the report should show a result of “Pass” or “ND” (Not Detected).
How to Access a COA
Reputable brands make it easy to find their COAs. At WTF, every one of our products features a QR code on the packaging. Simply scan the code with your smartphone, and you’ll be taken directly to the full lab report for that specific batch.
Your Right to Transparency
As a consumer, you have the right to know exactly what’s in the products you’re consuming. A COA empowers you to make informed decisions and ensures you’re getting a safe, high-quality, and legally compliant product.
Explore our full collection of lab-tested THC and Kratom products today!