Cannabis Testing Labs in Florida
9 licensed cannabis testing laboratories in Florida. All labs listed are licensed by Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
Data source: Florida DBPR
Florida cannabis testing overview
Florida has one of the largest medical cannabis programs in the US with a vertically integrated market structure. All cannabis products sold in Florida must be tested for potency, contaminants, microbials, and (for concentrates) residual solvents by a lab licensed under Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Look for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and currently valid state licensure when choosing a lab.
ACS Laboratory
Sun City Center, Florida
ACT Laboratories of Florida
Davie, Florida
AccuScience Laboratories
Eustis, Florida
Certified Test and Data (CTND)
Orlando, Florida
Kaycha Labs Florida
Miramar, Florida
Method Testing Labs
Brandon, Florida
Modern Canna Science
Lakeland, Florida
TerpLife Labs
Tampa, Florida
US Cannalytics FL
Orlando, Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cannabis testing labs are in Florida?+
There are 9 licensed cannabis testing laboratories in Florida listed on CannaBizGuide. All labs are regulated by Department of Business and Professional Regulation and data is sourced from Florida DBPR. The number of licensed labs can change as new facilities receive accreditation or existing labs lose their license.
What tests are required for cannabis products sold in Florida?+
Florida cannabis products must typically be tested for cannabinoid potency (THC, THC-A, CBD, CBD-A and often other cannabinoids), terpene profile (sometimes optional), pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents (for concentrates), microbial contaminants, mycotoxins, and moisture content. Department of Business and Professional Regulation sets the specific analyte panels and action limits. Retest rules, homogeneity sampling, and label claim tolerances are also state-specific. See our testing requirements by state guide for the current FL panel.
How much does cannabis testing cost in Florida?+
Full-panel compliance testing in Florida typically ranges from a few hundred to over a thousand dollars per sample depending on matrix type (flower vs concentrate vs edible), panel scope, and turnaround. Bulk pricing and volume discounts are common for multi-state operators. R&D testing (not for compliance) is usually less expensive. Get quotes from multiple labs and confirm they can test ALL required matrices before committing.
What accreditations should a Florida cannabis lab have?+
At minimum, look for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation from a recognized body (A2LA, PJLA, ANAB, or similar). Florida may also require specific state-level certification or licensing from Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Some operators also look for ORELAP, EMLAP, or TNI certifications, particularly for specific analyte categories. Verify accreditation status directly with the accrediting body - do not rely on lab marketing alone.
What is the typical cannabis testing turnaround time in Florida?+
Standard compliance testing turnaround is usually 5-10 business days from sample receipt to reported Certificate of Analysis (COA). Rush service (48-72 hours) is available at most labs for a premium. Complex matrices (distillates, edibles with unusual excipients) and retest scenarios often take longer. Plan testing windows into your release schedule, especially around regulated harvest or batch-release deadlines.
How do I read a cannabis Certificate of Analysis (COA)?+
A cannabis COA reports pass/fail for each required analyte category plus quantified values (potency % and contaminant levels). Key things to check: batch number, sample intake date, testing methodology references (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, qPCR), and that the lab's name and accreditation number match a currently-licensed lab. Beware of COAs from unaccredited or out-of-state labs. See our How to Read a Cannabis COA guide for a detailed walkthrough.