Olivetolic acid is an analytical reference standard categorized as an intermediate in the phytocannabinoid biosynthetic pathway. It is a precursor in the synthesis of cannabigerolic acid , δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol , and cannabidiol . This product is intended for research and forensic applications.

Reference:
[1]. Gagne, S.J., Stout, J.M., Liu, E., et al. Identification of olivetolic acid cyclase from Cannabis sativa reveals a unique catalytic route to plant polyketides. Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci. USA 109(31), 12811-12816 (2012)..