Shatter is a cannabis concentrate with a glass-like, transparent consistency. The name comes from the fact that when cold, it breaks like glass – "to shatter" means to splinter. Visually, it resembles amber and is one of the most well-known extracts for dabbing.
What makes shatter special?
Shatter is a form of BHO that achieves its clear, hard structure through specific post-processing. Its transparency is considered by many to be a sign of careful production. When warm, shatter becomes soft and sticky; when cold, it becomes hard and brittle.
How do I handle shatter?
Because it's hard, you break off a small piece with a dab tool (preferably with a needle tip) and place it on the hot banger. It's easier to portion at room temperature than when cold.
Properly storing shatter
Cool, dark, and airtight – this is how shatter maintains its consistency the longest. Heat and light cause it to soften and age. Special silicone or glass containers are well-suited because nothing sticks.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my shatter getting soft?
Usually due to heat or residual moisture. It loses its glass-like structure but remains usable.
Is shatter the same as wax?
Both are concentrates but differ in consistency: shatter is glass-hard, wax is soft and waxy.
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