THCP — cannabinoid profile

THCP (Delta-9-THCP, Tetrahydrocannabiphorol) is a cannabinoid that occurs naturally in cannabis or is derived from its precursors. Molecular formula C₂₃H₃₄O₂, molar mass 342.5 g/mol. Among the 100+ identified cannabinoids, THCP belongs to the psychoactive group. This page consolidates current knowledge on chemistry, occurrence in cannabis, receptor action and Swiss legal status — for information only.

THCP · C₂₃H₃₄O₂ · 175 °C · psychoactive · in Switzerland: narcotic.

Chemistry

Chemically, THCP is a terpenophenol (meroterpenoid). THCP arises via THC-analogous enzymatic cyclisation of a heptyl-chain CBGA homolog (CBGPA). Boiling point ~175 °C. It is lipophilic, sensitive to heat and light, and slowly oxidises in air. Analytically it is quantified by HPLC (acid form) and GC-MS (neutral form after decarboxylation) and appears on every modern Swiss batch COA.

Occurrence in cannabis

In cannabis, THCP is produced in the trichomes of the female flower. Typical concentrations: in Spuren < 0.1 %, in einzelnen italienischen Sorten (FM2) bis 0.29 %. Content depends on genetics, light spectrum, harvest timing and storage. Specific strains are linked dynamically below from our strain database.

Swiss legal status

In Switzerland THCP falls under the Narcotics Act as a THC analogue. Trade, import and possession without authorisation are punishable; supposedly 'legal' online offers are not legally protected. Swiss legal note: cannabis with ≥ 1 % THC is a narcotic under the Narcotics Act. CBD products below 1 % THC are legal. Effect descriptions are informational and are not therapeutic claims.