“For home or field testing this method is perfect!”
- Joost Heeroma, PhD, Director of Science at GH Medical.
Test THC, CBD and
6 Major Cannabinoids
at Home in Under 20 Minutes
Know exactly what is in your flower, oils, concentrates or edibles — without sending samples to a lab.
- Identify THC, CBD, CBG, CBC, CBN, THCV
- Works on flower, oils, concentrates, and edibles
- Starting at less than €8 per test
Trusted by growers, medical cannabis users and extraction labs since 2012
- Over 50,000 tests performed worldwide
“The best part is that we can all do it ourselves”.
- Jorge Cervantes, Famous American Cannabis Horticulturist
Compliant with:
- World Health Organization guidelines for medicinal plant safety and quality.
- Food and Agriculture Organization Codex Alimentarius recommendations.
- Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points guidelines.
How ALPHA-CAT® Works
Alpha-Cat uses thin-layer chromatography (TLC) to separate the cannabinoids in your sample. The result is a simple color pattern that shows which cannabinoids are present and how strong they are.
Prepare Your Sample
Collect a small cannabis sample, dissolve it in the provided solution, and apply it to the ALPHA-CAT test plate.
Only 0.1 g of material is needed.
Run the Test
Place the TLC plate into the dipping tray. In a few minutes, the cannabinoids separate into visible spots.
No lab equipment or chemistry experience required.
Read Your Results
Compare the spots on the plate with the included reference chart to identify THC, CBD and other cannabinoids.
See your cannabinoid profile in under 20 minutes.
Watch How it Works
Watch how sample turns into cannabinoid profile in just a few simple steps
No lab equipment. No chemistry background. Just follow the included manual
Which Test Kit is Right for You
BEST FOR
First-time users who want to test a few samples
Most growers and medical users
Frequent users, breeders and professionals
INCLUDES
8 tests
40 tests
80 tests
PRICE / TEST
€12.38
Lowest upfront cost
€7.47
Lowest upfront cost
€7.49
Low cost per test
First-time users who want to test a few samples
8 tests
€12.38
Lowest upfront cost
Most growers and medical users
40 tests
€7.47
Lowest upfront cost
Most customers choose the ALPHA-CAT Regular kit because it gives enough tests for multiple harvests while keeping the cost per test low.
Who Uses ALPHA-CAT Test kit?
Home Growers
Find out whether your harvest is actually high-THC, CBD-rich or balanced before you cure, share or sell it.
Medical Cannabis Users
Verify the cannabinoid profile of your medicine so you can choose the right strain for your needs.
Exctract Makers
Test oils, concentrates and infused products to see which cannabinoids are present after extraction.
Breeders & Strain Hunters
Identify promising phenotypes and separate THC-rich plants from CBD-rich plants early.
FAQs
How accurate is ALPHA-CAT?
ALPHA-CAT is designed to identify and estimate the relative strength of the major cannabinoids in your sample. It is ideal for comparing strains, identifying THC vs CBD plants and checking extracts before using a full laboratory test.
How long does a test take?
Most users get their test results in 15–20 minutes once the test is running. Sample preparation takes an additional 20–30 minutes depending on the type of sample and your experience, so the full process usually takes about 30–50 minutes.
Do I need chemistry experience?
No. The kit includes everything you need, plus simple instructions.
Can I test oils and edibles?
Yes. ALPHA-CAT works with flower, oils, concentrates and properly prepared edible extracts.
Which cannabinoids can ALPHA-CAT detect?
THC, THCA, CBD, CBDA, CBG, CBC, CBN and several other common cannabinoids.
Which kit should I buy?
If you are new to Alpha-Cat, start with the Alpha-Cat Regular kit. It gives the best balance of price and number of tests.
What is TLC?
TLC stands for Thin-Layer Chromatography, a simple laboratory method used to separate and identify the cannabinoids in a sample.