Other ingredients

Other ingredients are everything in a product that is not an active ingredient, including carrier oils, waxes, emulsifiers, preservatives, sweeteners and flavorings.

They are listed below the Supplement Facts panel in descending order of weight. In a CBD oil the carrier, commonly MCT oil from coconut, hemp seed oil or olive oil, makes up most of the volume; in a topical, waxes, butters and essential oils determine texture and scent; in a gummy, sugars, pectin or gelatin and colorings dominate. These components shape how a product feels, tastes and keeps.

For a reader, the list is where allergens, animal-derived ingredients and additives appear, and it is the first place to look for anyone with a sensitivity or dietary restriction. It also explains differences between products with identical cannabinoid content. For pet owners, the list is especially relevant because some ingredients that are ordinary for people, such as certain essential oils or sweeteners, are unsuitable for animals; a veterinarian can advise on specific ingredients.