What Is CBDV?

Cannabidivarin. The propyl analogue of CBD — the same structure with a shorter side chain.

Measured across 70 lab-tested products from 14 independent laboratories · updated September 3, 2026

The chemistry

CBDV differs from CBD by two carbons on its alkyl side chain: a propyl chain rather than a pentyl one. That small structural difference is enough to make it a distinct compound with distinct binding behaviour.

Why it matters when you are reading a label

CBDV turns up at low percentages across full-spectrum products. It is a marker of profile breadth rather than a headline cannabinoid.

Products highest in CBDV

Ranked by measured CBDV content, not by price or popularity. The figure on each card is the one printed on that product’s certificate.

CBDV 0.265% CBDfx CBN + Delta-9 THC Vape Juice: Purple Punch - 30ml Tested by CC Testing Labs $78.09 $94.08

CBDV 0.201% CBDfx CBD + Delta-9 THC Vape Juice: Maui Wowie – Sativa - 30... Tested by CC Testing Labs $78.09 $94.08

CBDV 0.201% cbdMD Full Spectrum CBD Softgels - 50mg CBD, 1.5mg THC - 30... Tested by Cambium Analytica $49.79 $59.99

CBDV 0.159% CBDfx CBD + Delta-9 THC Vape Juice: Wedding Cake – Hybrid -... Tested by CC Testing Labs $78.09 $94.08

CBDV 0.134% nama Extra Strength Sleep Drops with Delta-9 THC and CBD, TH... Tested by ACS Laboratory $49.00

CBDV 0.134% nama Extra Strength Sleep Drops with Delta-9 THC and CBD, TH... Tested by ACS Laboratory $89.00

CBDV 0.12% CBDfx Blue Raspberry CBD Vape Pen 1500mg - 10 Pack Tested by Ethos Analytics Laborato... $285.39 $343.84

CBDV 0.12% CBDFX Strawberry Lemonade CBD Vape Pen 1500mg - 10 Pack Tested by Ethos Analytics Laborato... $285.39 $343.84

A product can appear high here and low elsewhere — these are single-cannabinoid rankings, not overall potency.

How to read a CBDV figure

Percentage is content by weight. Milligrams per serving is the more useful number for edibles and beverages, because it tells you the dose rather than the concentration. Where both appear on a certificate they should reconcile: percentage multiplied by ten gives milligrams per gram.

If a label claims a CBDV figure the certificate does not support, trust the certificate.

Common questions

What is CBDV?

Cannabidivarin. The propyl analogue of CBD — the same structure with a shorter side chain.

How is CBDV formed?

CBDV differs from CBD by two carbons on its alkyl side chain: a propyl chain rather than a pentyl one. That small structural difference is enough to make it a distinct compound with distinct binding behaviour.

How much CBDV is in a typical hemp product?

Across 70 lab-tested products in this catalogue, CBDV ranged from 0.001% to 0.265%, averaging 0.049%. Those results come from 14 independent laboratories. Product form drives most of that spread.

How do I verify the CBDV content of a product?

Read the certificate of analysis and match its batch number to the packaging. A certificate that cannot be tied to the batch in your hand does not describe the product you bought.

Chemistry and measured content only. No health outcome is claimed or implied, and nothing here is medical advice.