What Is CBG (Cannabigerol)?
Cannabigerol (CBG) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in the hemp plant. Often called the "mother of all cannabinoids", CBG is the biosynthetic precursor from which CBD, THC, and CBC are all derived. As the hemp plant matures, CBGA (the acid form of CBG) is converted into other cannabinoids, which is why CBG is typically found in lower concentrations in mature plants.
Thanks to advances in selective breeding and early-harvest extraction techniques, CBG isolate is now available at 99%+ purity, making it viable for white label product development at scale.
CBG vs CBD: Key Differences for White Label Brands
While CBD and CBG share some overlapping effects, they have distinct mechanisms of action that make them complementary rather than interchangeable:
- Receptor activity: CBG acts as a partial agonist at both CB1 and CB2 receptors, while CBD acts as an indirect negative allosteric modulator. This means CBG has a more direct interaction with the endocannabinoid system.
- Antibacterial properties: CBG has demonstrated potent antibacterial activity against MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) in laboratory studies — a property CBD does not share.
- Neuroprotection: CBG shows particular promise in Huntington's disease research due to its neuroprotective effects on striatal neurons.
- Appetite stimulation: Unlike CBD, CBG has been shown to stimulate appetite without the psychoactive effects associated with THC.
White Label CBG Oil Market Opportunity
The global CBG market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 22.3% through 2030. Early-mover brands that establish CBG product lines now will benefit from lower competition and higher margins compared to the saturated CBD market.
Key market segments for white label CBG oil include:
- Sports nutrition and recovery brands
- Neurological wellness supplements
- Antibacterial skincare and topicals
- Premium "entourage effect" full spectrum blends
LABHEMP CBG Oil White Label Options
LABHEMP offers white label CBG oil in the following formats:
- CBG Isolate 99%+ in MCT C8 oil
- CBG Full Spectrum Oil (with CBD, CBC, and terpenes)
- CBG + CBD Blend (customisable ratios)
- 10ml and 30ml dropper bottles
All CBG products are GMP certified, third-party lab tested, and available with custom label design. Request a sample or quote today.