A standard edible dose is generally considered 10 mg of THC — the single-serving reference most U.S. legal markets require on the label. That figure is a starting point rather than a universal rule, because tolerance, body weight, metabolism, and prior cannabis experience all change how a given milligram feels. If you are new to edibles, public health guidance recommends beginning with 2.5 mg or less and waiting at least two hours before considering more.
Key Features
- Standard serving: 10 mg THC, the reference dose printed on most state-regulated edible labels
- Beginner starting point: 2.5 mg to 5 mg, taken once and then waited out
- Onset window: roughly 30 to 120 minutes, often slower on a full stomach
- Peak effect: about 2 to 4 hours after ingestion
- Total duration: 4 to 8 hours, noticeably longer than inhaled cannabis
- CBD pairing: commonly formulated at 1:1 or higher to soften THC intensity
- Label literacy: check milligrams per package, not just per piece
- Storage: keep sealed, labeled, and out of reach of children and pets
What the Label Tells You
Regulated edibles list total THC and CBD in milligrams along with the number of servings per package. A chocolate bar marked 100 mg THC and scored into ten squares doses at 10 mg per square, which makes splitting simple; a single gummy labeled 10 mg leaves no room to step down unless you halve it. Formulas differ as well, since full-spectrum, distillate, and live-resin products can feel distinct at the same milligram. Read the package instead of assuming two similar-looking products hit the same way.
Shipping and Returns
Orders arrive in plain, discreet packaging with no cannabis branding on the outside, and tracking is shared as soon as the label is created. If something arrives damaged, incorrect, or past its freshness window, contact support within the stated return period for a replacement or refund. Keeping the original packaging and your order number handy makes the process quick.
How long until an edible takes effect?
Usually 30 to 120 minutes. Digestion slows absorption, so effects build gradually and can keep climbing for a couple of hours, which is exactly why waiting before taking more matters.
How to Take Edibles for the First Time: Dose, Timing, and What to Expect
Is 10 mg too much for a first time?
For many beginners, yes. A 2.5 mg to 5 mg start is safer, then increase in small steps on a later occasion once you know how your body responds.
Does the standard dose change for CBD edibles?
Yes. CBD is typically taken in much larger amounts, often 10 mg to 50 mg per serving, and it does not produce the same intoxicating effect as THC.