Delta 8 THC can stay in your system for a variable amount of time depending on factors such as metabolism, frequency and dose of use, body composition, and method of consumption. Half-life and elimination:
- The half-life of Delta 8 THC is reported to range widely, from about 30 minutes up to 48 hours depending on the source and method of consumption
- Based on a commonly assumed half-life of around 30 minutes to 36 hours, it may take approximately 4 to 6 days for Delta 8 to be mostly eliminated from the body after a single use
Detection windows:
- In urine tests, Delta 8 THC metabolites can typically be detected for about 2 to 7 days after use for occasional users, but this can extend to 2 weeks or more for frequent or heavy users
- Hair follicle tests can detect Delta 8 metabolites for up to 90 days or longer due to the longer retention in hair cells
- The metabolites of Delta 8 THC are similar to those of Delta 9 THC and can remain in the body longer than the active compound itself
Factors influencing duration:
- Higher doses and frequent use increase the duration Delta 8 stays in the system.
- Body fat percentage matters because Delta 8 is fat-soluble and stored in fat cells, leading to slower release over time
- Metabolism and age also affect elimination speed, with younger and more active individuals clearing it faster
- Consumption method matters: edibles (like gummies) take longer to process and may remain detectable longer than inhaled forms
Summary:
- Delta 8 THC itself may be metabolized within hours to a couple of days.
- However, metabolites can be detected in urine for up to a week or more, and in hair for months.
- For occasional users, detection is generally up to about a week; for chronic users, it can be several weeks to months.
Therefore, Delta 8 can stay in your system anywhere from a few days to several weeks depending on usage patterns and individual factors.
