Can CBD Oil Show Up on a Drug Test?

Only few things can get that close to the stress caused by an upcoming drug test you have to take before getting your dream job when you’re a cannabis aficionado. Despite the growing popularity of cannabis, many people are still unaware of the effects of particular cannabinoids and CBD is no exception.

Being an active yet non-intoxicating compound of the cannabis plant, which CBD won’t make you feel high. But can CBD oil show up on a drug test? Is it possible to fail one if you’re using CBD-infused cannabis products? The short answer? We can’t be 100% sure. In order to get the long answer, we need to elaborate on different sources of CBD. Let’s do it!

 

What’s Difference Between Marijuana and Hemp CBD Oil?

CBD, short for Cannabidiol, can be sourced from both hemp and marijuana, so the very term “CBD Oil” actually houses two different types of the product. CBD oil derived from marijuana contains significant amounts of THC, ranging from 5% to 30% depending on the formula. The combination of THC, CBD and other cannabinoids is used to strengthen the effects of each other; this is known as the “entourage effect.” Depending on where you live, your government may allow higher or lower amounts of THC for recreational or medical purposes, but you can still get tested for it during a drug screening – even if you’re a medical marijuana patient.

Contrary to marijuana, industrial hemp is bred to contain only traces of THC, typically below 0.3%, which is the legal limit in most countries. Conclusions? Hemp-derived CBD oil won’t make you high, is legal in over 40 countries, and shares similar benefits with marijuana-derived CBD, save for the aforementioned low THC content. Besides, CBD oil sourced from hemp comes packed with vitamins, nutrients, and contains the optimal ratio of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.

Will CBD Oil Show Up On a Drug Test?

Drug tests are formulated to find traces of THC, not CBD. Alas, that doesn’t mean you’re in the clear if you use CBD oil. As mentioned, some CBD products contain detectable levels of THC and they can make you fail a drug screening. But what about hemp-derived CBD oil? Is it possible to test positive for THC if you’re using one? Technically speaking, yes. But from the practical standpoint, you would need to ingest great amounts of CBD oil on a regular basis.

So… How Much CBD Oil Would I Need to Take to Fail a Drug Test?

Anywhere from 1,000 mg to 2,000 mg  daily. The majority of CBD oil users don’t require such extreme doses of Cannabidiol, but if they do, they can theoretically fail a drug test.

Why theoretically? Because even if you test positive for THC, it will most likely be a false positive. If the sample was to undergo a Gas Chromatography (GC) / Mass Spectometry (MS) test to verify if the THC is still present in your system, it would prove negative. That’s because these two tests provide higher accuracy and test exclusively for Tetrahydrocannabinol. Now, let’s see what you can do to make sure you pass the drug test and finally get your dream job.

Look for Products With Less Than 0.3% THC Inside

The CBD market is booming and more companies are hopping on the CBD oil bandwagon to get their fair share of the cake. While searching for CBD oil, you will find a myriad of different products sold by different brands.

How to avoid getting scammed by fly-by-night companies?

To begin with, always make sure that the oil is sourced from organic, industrial hemp plants and contains less than 0.3% THC. It goes without saying that you’re not going to believe the company word for word. If you want to check if your CBD supplier actually produces legitimate oils with only trace amounts of THC is to take a look at their third-party lab testing results.

Every self-respecting CBD company is open about their lab testing, providing the results for each batch of their products. These tests check for the cannabinoid content and potential contaminants that could compromise the quality of the final product. This way, you will be able to tell how many MGs of CBD is in the bottle and if the oil is really THC-free. Speaking of which…

Want a Surefire Method? Use A CBD Isolate

Last but not least, try using CBD isolates.

What is a CBD isolate?

As the name suggests, a CBD isolate contains isolated Cannabidiol, without other cannabinoids, terpenes, or flavonoids; it’s just pure CBD. CBD isolates are available in capsules, oils, edibles, and vape products. There’s no way to fail a drug test if you’re using an isolate because it’s completely THC-free. Unless, of course, you’ve been using a marijuana-derived CBD oil for some time.

The only (potential) downside to using CBD isolates is that they lack the entourage effects, which can be added to the list of cons if you’re suffering from pain or inflammation, because that’s where full-spectrum CBD extracts provide best effects.

Summary

To wrap it up, the only foolproof method to pass a urinary drug test is to abstain from both THC and CBD beforehand. Still, if you follow the dosage recommendations and use CBD oil that contains less than 0.3% THC, you probably won’t fail it. The only way to test positive for THC with hemp-derived CBD oil is to consume between 1000 mg and 2000 mg in one day on a regular basis. Nonetheless, the result will be a false positive, delaying your next visit to the laboratory.

As you can see, CBD oil won’t show up on a drug test if you use the right product and keep the dosage in moderation. However, if you need CBD in abundance and want to stay THC-free, consider switching from full-spectrum products to CBD isolates.

We hope this article allayed your doubts about using CBD oil before the drug screening. Let us know if you’ve ever taken a urinary test for THC during your Cannabidiol treatment!