THC has a family. THC-C4 is one of the close cousins. Same general shape, shorter side chain, and a name that confuses people on purpose.
What THC-C4 Is
THC-C4 is a phytocannabinoid found in cannabis that is a homologue of Δ9-THC. Homologue means the same basic scaffold, but with a side chain that is one carbon shorter. Standard Δ9-THC has a C5 pentyl side chain. THC-C4 has a C4 butyl side chain.
How THC-C4 Compares To Δ9-THC
The “side chain length” is not trivia. It influences how cannabinoids interact with cannabinoid receptors and how they behave in real products. THC-C4 sits between the classic THC profile and the broader THC homologue lineup that includes compounds like THCV (C3) and others.
- Primary Names: THC-C4, Δ9-THCB, tetrahydrocannabutol
- What Makes It Different: C4 butyl side chain instead of C5 pentyl side chain
- Molecular Formula: C20H28O2
- Molecular Weight: ~300.44 g/mol
- Natural Abundance: typically rare and found in low amounts
Is THC-C4 Psychoactive?
THC-C4 is considered a THC-type cannabinoid and is generally treated as intoxicating. The intensity depends on dose, purity, and your tolerance. If someone says it is “non psychoactive,” they are either guessing or selling.
Vaporizing Temperature For THC-C4
For vaporizer education, the most responsible guidance is practical: THC-C4 behaves like a THC-type cannabinoid, so most users start in the same general operating range used for cannabinoids and adjust by results. Many vaporizer designs are typically operated around 160–220°C (320–428°F), depending on airflow and heater stability.
365–410°F
Practical dry herb session range that covers conversion and extraction for mixed cannabis material
Practical Temperature Strategy For Dry Herb Vaporizers
- Warm flavor start:
365–375°F - Main extraction:
385–400°F - Finish only if needed:
405–410°F(stop well before combustion)
Why People Confuse THC-C4
- Multiple names: THC-C4, THCB, THC-B, tetrahydrocannabutol
- Marketing blur: brands mix “new cannabinoid” hype with minimal explanation
- Lab literacy gap: side-chain homologues get misread as totally different drugs
FAQ
Is THC-C4 The Same As THCB?
Yes. THCB is a common label for Δ9-tetrahydrocannabutol, also known as tetrahydrocannabinol-C4 or THC-C4.
Does THC-C4 Occur Naturally In Cannabis?
Yes, it has been reported as a phytocannabinoid found in cannabis, but it is typically described as rare and present in low amounts.
What Is The Vaporizing Temperature For THC-C4?
There is no single widely verified consumer number. For vaporizer education, treat it like a THC-type cannabinoid and use a controlled, stepped temperature session. A practical dry herb range is 365–410°F, adjusted for your device and airflow.