Analytical Laboratory

Analytical Laboratory

Advanced Analytical Infrastructure — all instrumentation from Agilent Technologies, operated by certified analytical chemists.
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Analytical Laboratory

Advanced Analytical Infrastructure

All instrumentation is sourced from Agilent Technologies — a global leader in laboratory-grade analytical instrumentation — and operated by certified analytical chemists with professional experience in highly regulated, quality-controlled manufacturing environments.

Every product released by STIX is fully characterized across potency, purity, safety, and structural identity before leaving our facility.

Instrumentation

Three Agilent Analytical Platforms

HPLC — High-Performance Liquid Chromatography

Quantitative cannabinoid and terpene profiling; purity determination of isolates and distillates. Primary method for potency specification and batch release.

GC-MS — Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry

Residual solvent analysis, terpene characterization, and volatile compound identification. Essential for stringent solvent-residue compliance.

LCMS Q-TOF — Quadrupole Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry

High-resolution structural elucidation; identification of trace unknowns and degradation products. Enables novel compound characterization and impurity profiling.
Analytical Capabilities

Full-Spectrum Characterization

Cannabinoid & Terpene Profiling

High-resolution quantification of all major and minor cannabinoids and terpenes across every batch.

Contaminant & Degradation Detection

Trace-level detection of contaminants and degradation products at trace-level regulatory thresholds.

Structural Elucidation

Full structural characterization of novel and unknown compounds using Q-TOF mass spectrometry.

Stability & Degradation Analysis

Degradation pathway analysis supporting shelf-life determination and formulation guidance.

Heavy Metals & Pesticide Screening

Comprehensive screening against applicable regulatory limits for heavy metals and agricultural chemicals.

Microbial Safety Verification

Full microbial safety panel including total aerobic count, E. coli, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus aureus.
Our laboratory provides complete analytical coverage from routine QC testing through advanced research-grade characterization:

Research

Scientific Mission & Research Investments

A central objective of Stix Enterprises is to identify, characterize, and harness the true natural benefits of the hemp plant. Our scientific mission extends beyond production: we aim to deepen the industry’s understanding of hemp’s therapeutic potential and the mechanisms through which its bioactive compounds may support human health.

To advance this mission, we have made significant investments in state-of-the-art analytical and testing technologies, including high-resolution chromatography, mass spectrometry, terpene and minor cannabinoid profiling systems, and long-term stability assessment instrumentation. These tools enable us to:

  • Characterize complex cannabinoid and terpene interactions

  • Evaluate how processing variables influence bioactive compound integrity

  • Maintain a data-driven approach to process optimization and product development

These capabilities position us to remain ahead of scientific and regulatory developments while contributing meaningful research insights to the broader cannabinoid field.

Analytics

In-House Analytical Testing

Stix Enterprises maintains a comprehensive in-house analytical laboratory equipped with HPLC, GC-MS, and LCMS Q-TOF mass spectrometry instrumentation, all sourced from Agilent Technologies, a global leader in laboratory-grade analytical instrumentation.

This analytical infrastructure allows for:

  • High-resolution cannabinoid and terpene profiling
  • Identification of trace-level contaminants and degradation products
  • Structural elucidation of minor and unknown compounds
  • Stability and degradation pathway analysis
  • Method development aligned with GMP principles

Each instrument is operated by certified analytical chemists with professional experience in highly regulated, quality-controlled manufacturing environments, ensuring that all testing, documentation, and data handling practices meet rigorous pharmaceutical standards. This advanced analytical capability is a cornerstone of Stix’s commitment to scientific integrity, product safety, and the ongoing discovery of hemp’s natural benefits.

Stix Enterprises maintains a comprehensive in-house analytical laboratory equipped with HPLC, GC-MS, and LCMS Q-TOF mass spectrometry instrumentation, all sourced from Agilent Technologies, a global leader in laboratory-grade analytical instrumentation.

This analytical infrastructure allows for:

  • High-resolution cannabinoid and terpene profiling

  • Identification of trace-level contaminants and degradation products

  • Structural elucidation of minor and unknown compounds

  • Stability and degradation pathway analysis

  • Method development aligned with GMP principles

Each instrument is operated by certified analytical chemists with professional experience in highly regulated, quality-controlled manufacturing environments, ensuring that all testing, documentation, and data handling practices meet rigorous pharmaceutical standards. This advanced analytical capability is a cornerstone of Stix’s commitment to scientific integrity, product safety, and the ongoing discovery of hemp’s natural benefits.

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We provide complete COAs, method summaries, and analytical raw data for regulatory submissions and research documentation.
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