When it comes to the hemp market, there has been something of a renaissance of new cannabinoids emerging on the hemp marketplace at a rapid pace, which has been both exciting and, for some enthusiasts out there, overwhelming. One recent addition to the hemp industry is HXY-11 THC. This cannabinoid is quite different from the other cannabinoids that we’re used to, and so, we are going to provide an in-depth look into HXY-11 THC to discover what it's actually capable of.
What Exactly is HXY-11 THC?
You’re here because of that curiosity to knowing all about 11-Hydroxy Tetrahydrocannabinol (HXY-11 THC). Well, here’s where things get interesting. While most of the hemp derivatives that we cover at The Calm Leaf are cannabinoids either found in the hemp plant naturally, or synthesized from existing cannabinoids, calling HXY-11 THC a “cannabinoid” at all is somewhat controversial. How come? Because it’s not exactly a cannabinoid, but a cannabinoid metabolite.
A seasoned cannabis user knows that there’s a distinct difference between the high they get from, say, smoking cannabis, and the high they get from taking an edible. That’s because edibles are absorbed into the body in a different way from other product types. Specifically, they are ingested, and then broken down by the liver before entering the bloodstream. The liver converts delta 9 THC into a metabolite known as HXY-11 THC, and this metabolite produces the longer-lasting, relaxing, and body-soothing high that we associate with edibles.
HXY-11 THC can be replicated in a lab from delta 9 THC, and even infused into more than just edibles. This means that at least theoretically, vaping HXY-11 THC would produce a long-lasting high that feels distinctively like how you’d feel after eating a THC gummy.
Will I Get High from Taking HXY-11 THC?
Now, you know that HXY-11 THC can get you high. Basically, taking 11-HXY THC in any product form should give you the exact same high you get from delta 9 edibles, without any noticeable differences to speak of. This includes a high that can last for hours, and offer more noticeable body effects, and a drowsier type of psychoactive experience.
As for the general psychoactive effects of delta 9 THC, they’re very well-known. After all, delta 9 is the most sought-after plant-derived intoxicant in the world for a reason. The high can be euphorically calming, while also providing relief throughout the body in the form of a soothing “body high” effect. Of course, if you’re vaping, smoking, or dabbing 11-HXY THC, the specific nature of the high is going to largely depend on the strain you’ve picked out.
Does HXY-11 THC Have Any Benefits?
First off, we have to point out that HXY-11 THC has yet to undergo any medical studies on its potential benefits. The hemp derivative is brand new to the market, and it takes time to research a new cannabis compound, let alone get the funding for the research and publish the study. Because of this, we can’t make any health-related claims regarding the effects of HXY-11 THC, but it’s also fair to compare it to delta 9 THC, because again, HXY-11 THC is just a metabolite of delta 9.
In fact, delta 9 THC has been studied thoroughly over many decades for its positive effects, so much so that the majority of states across the country have legalized cannabis for medicinal purposes.
Key potential benefits you may get from taking HXY-11 THC are:
- HXY-11 THC Might Help with Physical Discomfort: HXY-11 THC likely offers the same analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects seen with delta 9 THC, offering notable relief from physical discomfort, and being useful as a natural means for finding relief on a daily basis.
- HXY-11 THC May Help with Mood: Cannabinoids interact with neurotransmitters that control our mood, and HXY-11 THC likely shares these qualities, offering anxiolytic and mood-boosting properties that can help us feel our best, mentally.
- HXY-11 THC May Be Antiemetic: Many cannabinoids have antiemetic properties (in other words, the ability to reduce nausea), and we know that delta 9 THC is useful as an antiemetic agent.
- HXY-11 THC May Improve Appetite: One of the most widely observed properties of delta 9 is its ability to boost appetite, and this is likely the case with HXY-11 THC as well.
- HXY-11 THC May Be Neuroprotective: One of the most fascinating areas of research in cannabis is the neuroprotective properties that can be derived from a number of cannabinoids, including delta 9 THC, showing usefulness against neurological and neurodegenerative conditions including epilepsy, dementia, Parkinson’s, etc.
What Kinds of HXY-11 THC Products Can I Buy?
Even though HXY-11 THC is still super new at the time of this article being published, there, however, HXY-11 THC products that you can find like:
- Vapes: HXY-11 THC vapes, including vape cartridges used with rechargeable vape pens, and all-in-one disposable vape pens, contain a blend of HXY-11 THC distillate (extract) and terpenes, in a number of strain options to choose from.
- Gummies: HXY-11 THC gummies are delicious edibles that come in many flavors and milligram strengths.
- Tinctures: HXY-11 THC tinctures are bottled oils that come in dropper bottles, in a variety of strengths and some flavor options as well. They’re absorbed under the tongue, offering about 4-6 hours of a ‘high’.
- Dabs: Dabs (aka concentrates) containing HXY-11 THC offer a very, very powerful high due to how concentrated they are, and are meant to be “dabbed,” which is to vaporize the product at a high temperature using a special device intended for dabbing.
Is HXY-11 THC a Legal Cannabinoid?
HXY-11 THC is protected under federal law as all hemp derivatives are legal as long as they contain a maximum of 0.3% delta 9 THC, as determined by the United States Farm Bill that passed in 2018. No state has banned HXY-11 THC specifically, since it’s so new, but a handful of states have outlawed the sales of psychoactive hemp derivatives ever since delta 8 THC first hit the scene as the first legal intoxicating cannabinoid to enter the hemp market.
The states for which you cannot legally buy HXY-11 THC are the following:
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Delaware
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Iowa
- Maryland
- Mississippi
- Montana
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New York
- North Dakota
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Utah
- Vermont
- Washington
A Whole New Way to Experience the Effects of THC!
HXY-11 THC (11 hydroxy THC) may be new, but that hasn’t stopped an influx cannabinoid enthusiasts from checking out the products that have appeared on the market. And, we’re pleased to say that so far, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, as the cannabinoid lives up to the hype.
Anyone who wants to get in on the HXY-11 THC action, no problem. At The Calm Leaf, you will be able to explore a variety of formulas that are infused with pure, lab-tested 11 hydroxy THC in distillate form. Come see for yourself what this fascinating hemp derivative can do for you in terms of both its high and its potential benefits today.