Alternatives to HHC, what is THCA?

31 Jul Alternatives to HHC, what is THCA?

Posted at 13:42h in CBD News Ireland by 123CBD

As of July 30th 2025, HHC (Hexahydrocannabinol) is officially classified as an illegal substance in Ireland. This decision by Irish authorities has sparked conversation within the hemp and cannabinoid industry, as HHC was one of the few semi-synthetic cannabinoids that provided a mild yet enjoyable experience similar to THC, while still being legal for a period.

In response to the ban, many manufacturers and suppliers are looking to pivot toward other novel cannabinoids such as HHCP and THCP. While these compounds are expected to enter the market over the coming months, we want to be clear we will not be stocking either.

Why are we no longer stocking HHC?

Because we believe HHC was the only synthetic cannabinoid that struck the right balance between CBD and THC. It offered a functional, smooth experience without the intensity or unpredictability that often comes with more potent synthetics like HHCP or THCP.

What is Next? THCA: A Natural Alternative

We are committed to quality, safety, and compliance with Irish law. Our focus is shifting to a completely natural and legal option:

Introducing THCA

THCA or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in raw, unheated cannabis. Unlike THC, it is non-psychoactive in its natural form. This makes it an exciting legal option in markets like Ireland, where THC is restricted, but THCA remains legally compliant when derived from low-THC hemp and within the legal limits.

Try THCA Today in our CBD Live Resin Carts

We have already started incorporating small, legal amounts of THCA into our CBD Live Resin vape cartridges, which are now available on our site.

These carts are not just another CBD product they’re made from live resin extracted from premium indoor-grown hemp plants, preserving the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes as they exist in nature.

Our Sour Suver CBD Live Resin cartridge offers a rich and flavourful experience, combining high-CBD content with trace amounts of naturally occurring THCA. It’s smooth, potent, and entirely plant-derived no synthetics, harsh chemicals, or compromises.

This is an Opportunity!

While the ban on HHC in Ireland may be a blow to some, we see it as an opportunity to move toward cleaner, plant-based, and legally sound products that still deliver a high-quality experience.

We’re excited about THCA’s potential and the natural innovation happening in the hemp space and we think you will be, too.