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What Pesticides Test Covers

Our pesticide panel is designed for cultivators, processors, and manufacturers operating in the New York regulated market.

Matrices we test

  • Flower and trim

  • Concentrates and extracts

  • Vape oils and cartridges

  • Infused products (gummies, chocolates, tinctures, beverages)

Typical sample amounts

  • Flower: 2–3 g

  • Concentrate / extract: 2–3 g

  • Vape / oil: 2–3 g

  • Infused products: 2–3 g

Scope of Pesticide Testing

Abamectin Chlorfenapyr Dimethomorph Malathion Spinetoram, Total
Acephate Chlormequat chloride Ethoprop(hos) Metalaxyl Spinosad, Total
Acequinocyl Chlorpyrifos Etofenprox Methiocarb Spiromesifen
Acetamiprid Clofentezine Etoxazole Methomyl Spirotetramat
Aldicarb Coumaphos Fenhexamid Methyl parathion Spiroxamine
Azadirachtin Cyfluthrin Fenoxycarb Mevinphos Tebuconazole
Revision Cypermethrin Fenpyroximate MGK-264 Thiacloprid
Azoxystrobin Daminozide Fipronil Myclobutanil Thiamethoxam
Bifenazate Diazinon Flonicamid Naled Trifloxystrobin
Bifenthrin Dichlorvos (DDVP) Fludioxonil Oxamyl Propiconazole
Boscalid Dimethoate Hexythiazox Paclobutrazol Propoxur
Captan Indole-3-butyric acid Imazalil Pentachloronitrobenzene Pyrethrins2
Carbaryl Kresoxim-methyl Imidacloprid Permethrins, Total Pyridaben
Carbofuran Malathion Chlorantraniliprole Phosmet Piperonyl butoxide
Chlorantraniliprole Metalaxyl Boscalid Prallethrin Propiconazole

How We Test

We combine High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and triple-quadrupole Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS-QQQ) to detect pesticide residues at very low levels in complex cannabis matrices.

  • LC-MS/MS
    Used for polar and thermally sensitive pesticides, giving high sensitivity and selectivity across flowers and manufactured products.

  • GC-MS-QQQ
    Used for volatile and semi-volatile pesticides, ideal for vape oils and concentrates where matrix interference is high.

  • Validated methods and QC
    Multi-point calibration, internal standards, blanks, spikes, and duplicates in every batch, reviewed by experienced chemists before COA release.

The result: defensible pesticide data you can rely on with OCM, buyers, and your own QA team.

NY Compliance & Limits for Pesticides

New York publishes a Laboratory Testing Limits document that sets specific analytes and action limits for cannabis products, including pesticides.

  • Products must test below OCM action limits for listed pesticides to be released for sale.

  • Products containing prohibited pesticides or “unallowable levels” of residues have been subject to recalls and enforcement.

  • All testing must be performed by an OCM-permitted laboratory using validated methods and documented quality systems.

DRS Testing structures reports to mirror New York expectations so you can quickly see where each result sits relative to the state’s limits.

Why DRS for Pesticide Testing

NY-Focused Regulatory Insight

We design our pesticide panels and reporting around New York’s Laboratory Testing Limits and DEC guidance so your COAs match what OCM inspectors and retailers expect.

Clear, Action-Oriented Reporting

COAs highlight any analytes near or above action limits, giving your team clear direction on which inputs, practices, or lots may need corrective action.

Broad, Cannabis-Relevant Panel

We cover dozens of pesticides tied to cannabis cultivation and post-harvest handling, helping you catch residues from soil, foliar sprays, fertigation, and processing.

Consultative IPM Support

Our chemists walk you through results in plain language, discuss likely contamination sources, and collaborate on testing plans that support your IPM and GMP programs.

 

Advanced LC-MS/MS & GC-MS

Our dual-platform approach delivers sensitive, selective measurement of both polar and volatile pesticides across flower, concentrates, vapes, and infused products.

Fast Turnaround with Strong QA

We balance speed and rigor, offering efficient turnaround times with full chain-of-custody and QC documentation so your production schedule keeps moving confidently.

Ready to submit samples?

Submit your cannabis samples today or speak with our lab team for guidance on profiling, consistency tracking, or product differentiation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pesticide Testing

 

Is pesticide testing required for cannabis products in New York?

Yes. All regulated cannabis products in New York must be tested by an OCM-permitted lab for contaminants, including pesticides listed in the state’s testing limits. Products that do not meet these limits cannot be legally sold.

What happens if my batch fails pesticide testing?

If residues exceed New York’s action limits or involve a prohibited pesticide, the batch is considered non-compliant. OCM may require quarantine, recall, or destruction, depending on the substance and level detected. In practice, many pesticide-related recalls in NY have involved products with unallowable pesticide levels discovered after additional testing. 

How can I reduce the risk of pesticide failures?

Use a documented integrated pest management (IPM) plan, choose only allowed pesticides registered in New York, keep detailed spray logs, and pre-screen high-risk lots before extraction. Regular testing of flower and inputs helps you catch problems before they are concentrated or blended.

Do you test pesticides in vapes, distillates, and edibles?

Yes. Our methods are validated across multiple matrices, including flower, concentrates, vape oils, and infused products. We adjust sample preparation to account for oils, sugars, and other ingredients so results remain reliable.

How much sample do you need and how do I submit it?

For most products, we require 2–3 grams. Clearly label each sample with batch ID and product type, then submit through our sample submission process so we can maintain full chain-of-custody and deliver a clean, defensible COA.