CBN (cannabinol) is a cannabinoid that forms when THC degrades over time through exposure to heat, light, and oxygen. It's often called the 'sleepy cannabinoid' because it's associated with sedating effects, though research is still emerging on whether CBN alone produces drowsiness or if it works synergistically with other cannabinoids and terpenes. What is clear is that aged cannabis with higher CBN content tends to produce more sedating experiences.
What You Need to Know
Products specifically formulated with CBN are becoming more common in the New York market. Sleep-focused edibles and tinctures may include CBN alongside THC and melatonin for enhanced sleep support. At QCD, ask your budtender about products that include CBN if you're looking for sleep-specific formulations.
Products at QCD
Quality Control Dispensary carries a full range of cannabis products at both our Brooklyn (3169 Coney Island Ave) and Staten Island (1172 Victory Blvd #4) locations. Whether you're looking for flower, vapes, edibles, concentrates, pre-rolls, tinctures, topicals, or accessories, our trained budtenders can help you find the right product for your needs and experience level. All products are lab-tested, accurately labeled, and sourced from licensed New York cultivators.
Have Questions?
Cannabis education is an ongoing process, and new research emerges regularly. If you have questions about anything covered in this guide, our budtenders are here to help. Stop by either QCD location during store hours or call us at (718) 887-2131 (Brooklyn) or (718) 310-6528 (Staten Island). We're happy to walk you through any topic in more detail.
Responsible Use: Cannabis affects everyone differently. Start with a low dose and increase gradually. Must be 21+ to purchase. Quality Control Dispensary products are NYS-licensed and lab-tested.