What is HHC-P and What Does It Offer?


Hexahydrocannabiphorol (HHC-P) is a cannabinoid you may’ve started seeing around the hemp marketplace, and its unique properties guarantee that it’s here to stay. If you’re a good guesser, you know that HHC-P also has a lot in common with tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THC-P), another significantly in-demand derivative of the hemp plant. But, it would be a mistake to assume that they’re so similar that HHC-P isn’t worth trying. As you’re about to find out, this compound has a lot to offer, mainly to hemp enthusiasts who aren’t afraid of an intensely euphoric and generally powerful high.
Getting Down to HHC-P Basics
Hexahydrocannabiphorol has a chemical structure consisting of 7 carbon atoms on its carbon tail. The reason why this distinction matters greatly is that it has an important part in how strong the effects of HHC-P are. How? Well, by determining just how easily HHC-P can attach to cannabinoid receptors (CB receptors) in the body – directly, CB1 receptors in the brain that’re responsible for creating the high we get from certain cannabis derivatives.
Now, we mentioned in the beginning how HHC-P has a lot in common with THC-P (a cannabinoid only discovered in 2019). THC-P was quickly found to be the most potent cannabinoid of all, attaching to CB1 receptors 31x better than delta 9 THC, translating to a high roughly 10x as strong as delta 9. HHC-P borrows structural features from THC-P, and so its high is roughly as potent.
Another thing that’s important to know is that HHC-P is more chemically stable than THC-P. Why? Because it’s a hydrogenated cannabinoid, derived from hexahydrocannabinol (HHC). More on that in a bit. HHC is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that has a hydrogen atom, and that hydrogen atom greatly enhances the stability of the cannabinoid. This matters since an unstable cannabinoid can degrade easily when exposed to oxygen, heat, humidity, and light, in turn, decreasing its potency and bioavailability. Due to hexahydrocannabiphorol being alternatively stable then, it’s far more resilient to the elements, and could be increasingly bioavailable than other cannabinoids as its stability is not so easily compromised.
Where Does HHC-P Come From?
As you may have figured out by now, hexahydrocannabiphorol is a very new addition to the market. And, unlike both HHC and THC-P, it’s not, in fact, a naturally occurring cannabinoid in the hemp plant. As cannabis research has gotten highly advanced, scientists have discovered ways to rearrange the molecules within cannabinoids to change their chemical structures and their effects. Basically, creating HHC-P involves taking the HHC cannabinoid and enhancing its carbon tail to mimic that of THC-P. HHC is found in the seeds and pollen of the plant, so HHC-P does ultimately come from a natural cannabinoid.
And, this isn’t nearly as controversial as it may sound. All cannabinoids are isomers of one another, meaning that you can rearrange the molecules of one to convert it into another. This is actually the most common method for making delta 8 THC – by essentially rearranging CBD’s molecules to change the classification of the cannabinoid.
How High Do You Get From Taking HHC-P?
Hard to offer an exact measurement when it comes the true high of hexahydrocannabiphorol, or any cannabinoid really. While HHC-P is estimated to be 10x as potent as HHC, it’s very much a “YMMV” situation. It depends on things like:
- Overall Tolerance
- How Much You Have Taken
- The Product Type/Delivery Method
- A Product’s Potency Level
- Strain Type Used in the Product
Overall, HHC-P is extremely intoxicating, and easily one of the most psychoactive out there. Just go slow, and simply take into account your THC tolerance before using it.
Besides that, the high is usually described as being profoundly euphoric, yet intensely soothing to the mind & body. There might be a very potent body high, too, so prepare to get cozy and enjoy the ride.
What are HHC-P’s Potential Benefits?
In terms of any potential benefits associated with HHC-P, we don’t have any studies to draw on yet because the cannabinoid is so new. Many hemp users say that its effects are comparable to those of THC-P, including effects that relate to those dealing with:
- Nausea
- Appetite
- Body Discomfort
- Inflammation
- Mood
- Sleep
- Neurological Regulation
This goes back to how HHC-P works at a stronger level on CB1 receptors in the body’s nervous system.
Plus, HHC-P works quite well with a lot of unique terpenes (specifically hybrid strains) in cannabis compared to other cannabinoids. Not to mention, it forms an awesome duo with delta 8 THC.
Are There Any Side Effects with HHC-P
If you go a little overboard with hexahydrocannabiphorol, similar to any psychoactive cannabinoid, it can cause some relatively mild and short-lived side effects, or taken when your tolerance is very low, such as:
- Too strong of a mental and physical experience
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Headache
- Anxiety
- Paranoia
- Low Blood Pressure
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Spaciness/Grogginess
- Forgetfulness/Confusion
- Decreased Motor Skills
Again, with HHC-P being powerful, best to take smaller dosages initially, rather than taking excessive doses, until you get more comfortable with the cannabinoid.
Remember, when using HHC-P products, avoid the following:
- Driving
- Handling Heavy Machinery
- Handling Heavy Equipment
- Doing Any Major Tasks Requiring Most of Your Attention
What Types of HHC-P Products Can Be Found on the Market?
HHC-P has been on the marketplace for a little while now, and you can try it out for yourself in a number of product types. HHC-P is made into distillate form, which’s a pure hexahydrocannabiphorol extract that’s effortless to blend with other ingredients to create all kinds of formulas.
The most popular HHC-P product types/delivery methods you will find are:
- HHC-P Vape Cartridges: 510-threaed, pre-filled carts in a Pyrex glass chamber that house the coil and the e-liquid.
- HHC-P Disposable/Rechargeable Vape Pens: All-In-One systems that are usually disposable, but some are rechargeable, that come pre-filled with e-liquid and are housed in a Pyrex glass vape cart that has an internal coil.
- HHC-P Tinctures: Bottled HHC-P oil with a dropper to dose properly and has only a few ingredients.
- HHC-P Gummies and Other Edibles: Ingestible products infused with HHC-P distillate and some other ingredients.
- HHC-P Flower: Hemp flower infused with HHC-P distillate.
- HHC-P Dabs/Wax/Shatter: Concentrates that are used for dabbing purposes.
Is HHC-P Legal?
Yes, HHC-P is legal, according to federal law anyway, because it complies with the 2018 Farm Bill that federally legalized all hemp derivatives that contain a maximum of 0.3% delta 9 THC in the United States. However, over the last couple of years, a number of states across the country have gone ahead and banned psychoactive hemp-derived cannabinoids including delta 8 and THC-P.
HHC-P falls into the same category, so if you live in one of the states below, you cannot legally purchase it in:
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Delaware
- Hawaii (Oral and Inhalable Products)
- Idaho
- Iowa
- Mississippi
- Montana
- Nevada
- New York
- North Dakota
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Utah
- Vermont
- Washington
Time to Give HHC-P a Try Today!
HHC-P promises to pack a punch, and that means that anyone craving a more potent high than what they’re used to is going to really get their money’s worth with this new addition to the cannabinoid market. Make sure to only choose HHC-P that comes from a reputable company, and has undergone third-party testing, to know that you have nothing but the best HHC-P on your hands. Also, consult with your doctor initially prior to trying HHC-P, especially if you’re on/using any medications (prescription or non-prescription). Your physician has access to your medical records and can therefore, make a proper determination if HHC-P should be part of your regimen.