Study Finds Unsafe Levels Of Toxic Metals In Commercially Available Cannabis Rolling Papers
Cannabis users might be inhaling harmful metals from their rolling papers, a new study published in ACS Omega reveals. Researchers found concerning levels of heavy metals such as copper, chromium and vanadium in cannabis rolling papers, posing potential health risks.
The study examined the metal content in 53 different rolling papers and cones popular in the cannabis industry, with findings that could alarm both casual and heavy cannabis users.
Significant Findings And Health Risks
The research team at Michigan’s Lake Superior State University discovered that about one-quarter of the tested products exceeded safe inhalation limits for metals, primarily copper. These elevated levels were found in papers with colored designs or metallic tips, commonly used for aesthetic appeal. According to the study, the presence …