The Quick Answer
Why do CBD lab results differ from the label? Most CBD consumers worry when lab results don’t match the label. At Kyoto Botanicals, we solve this with a 5%–15% "Stability Overage" policy. By formulating our products to test higher than the label (e.g., our 900mg tinctures testing at 1000mg+), we ensure you always receive 100% of what you paid for, even after 24 months of natural oxidation.
Last updated: February 13, 2026 • Author: Mark Gillilan | Founder, Kyoto Botanicals
Table of Contents
- The Data: Label Claim vs. Real-World Potency
- Three Reasons Why "More" is Better for the Customer
- 1. The Stability Buffer (Fighting Oxidation and Shelf Life)
- 2. The "Zero THC" Safety Net
- 3. Strict Quality Rejection
- How to Verify Your Batch
- CBD Lab Results & Potency FAQ
The Data: Label Claim vs. Real-World Potency
We don't just claim quality; we confirm it with third-party lab testing and verify it through mycbdtest.com, a third-party results hosting service that ensures our data remains transparent and unedited. Here is how our current batches compare to their labels:
| Product Form | Batch Number | Label Claim | Actual Lab Result | The Kyoto Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Mint Tincture | 251203A | 900mg | 1145mg | +27.2% |
| Organic Orange Tincture | 241126A | 900mg | 1011mg | +12.3% |
| Sports Cream | 25191-09 | 1000mg | 1118mg | +11.8% |
| CBD Gummies | 250222 | 750mg | 783mg | +4.4% |
Three Reasons Why "More" is Better for the Customer
1. The Stability Buffer (Fighting Oxidation and Shelf Life)
CBD is a natural compound. Like any organic ingredient, it can degrade slightly over time when exposed to light or temperature changes. If we bottled exactly 900mg, that bottle might only contain 850mg by its expiration date. By targeting a 10%+ overage, we ensure your product is still at full strength on the very last day of its shelf life.
2. The "Zero THC" Safety Net
The clever part of our overage strategy? It carries zero risk of a "high." Because Kyoto Botanicals is strictly THC-Free, increasing the CBD potency doesn't increase the risk of unwanted psychoactive effects. You get more of the relief you want with none of the risk you don't.
3. Strict Quality Rejection
Manufacturing tolerances are real. While some brands accept batches that fall 10% below the label, our policy is simple: If it’s under the label, it doesn't ship. In fact, we recently rejected a batch of our Organic Mint tincture because the COA showed inconsistencies that didn't meet our internal standards. If it doesn't pass my final sign-off, it doesn't reach your door.
How to Verify Your Batch
Transparency only works if you can see it for yourself. We use a third-party verification service to host our lab results so you know the data is as pure as out THC-free CBD.
- View CBD Mint Tincture Batch 251203A Results
- View CBD Orange Tincture Batch 241126A Results
- View CBD Sports Cream Batch 25191-09 Results
- View CBD Gummies Batch 250222 Results
CBD Lab Results & Potency FAQ
Why is my CBD lab result higher than the label claim?
Kyoto Botanicals uses a 5%–15% stability overage during manufacturing to ensure the product stays at or above the label claim throughout its entire shelf life. This intentional "surplus" accounts for natural cannabinoid oxidation over time.
Is more CBD safe in a THC-free product?
Yes. Because our products are strictly THC-free, a higher CBD potency increases the value without any risk of psychoactive effects. You get more of the relief you want with none of the risk you don't.