Shatter
Category: Extraction & Processing · Level: Intermediate
Shatter is a brittle, glass-like cannabis concentrate produced through BHO extraction, known for high cannabinoid purity and stable consistency.
Shatter is a butane hash oil (BHO) concentrate named for its brittle, glass-like consistency that can be broken or 'shattered.' It is produced through hydrocarbon extraction followed by careful purging (removing residual solvents) at low temperatures without agitation, which results in a translucent, stable product. Shatter typically contains very high cannabinoid concentrations (70–90%+) and lower terpene content compared to live resin. It is consumed primarily via dabbing. Although residual solvent testing standards exist in regulated markets, the production process requires professional-grade equipment and safety protocols due to the flammable nature of butane.
Also known as
BHO shatter, Glass concentrate
Usage
- Recreational
Related terms
- Wax — Wax is a cannabis concentrate with a soft, opaque consistency produced through butane hash oil extraction and whipping or agitation during the purging process.
- Dab — A dab refers to a small amount of cannabis concentrate used for vaporization, or the act of consuming concentrate via a dab rig.
- Extraction — Cannabis extraction is the process of isolating cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds from plant material using solvents or mechanical methods.