Chemistry

What Chemistry does

Chemistry is a privately held craft cannabis company founded in 2017 in Oakland, California, by Paul Roethle, who holds a PhD in organic chemistry, alongside cofounder Trevar Mazza. The company produces full-spectrum cannabis extracts and consumer products from small-batch, sun-grown flower sourced from 16+ certified craft farms across Northern California's Emerald Triangle, Sonoma, and Mendocino counties. Its core technology is a proprietary liquid-based, solventless extraction process (no CO2, butane, propane, or ethanol) that preserves the complete biomolecular profile of cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, paired with a steam-distillation process for capturing and reintroducing strain-specific terpene essential oils after multi-week curing.

The product portfolio consists of four core lines: MOODS, a color-coded full-spectrum tincture line with six CBD:THC ratios for different effects; Live Terp Vape Cartridges, featuring steam-distilled live terpenes captured at partner farms during harvest; single-origin Full-Spectrum Vape Cartridges and Project Fusion diamond- and live-resin-infused pre-rolls; and the Moon Beam CBN sleep line (cartridge and tincture). Distribution is dual-channel: direct-to-consumer delivery in San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and the Bay Area via shop.trychemistry.com, and wholesale to licensed dispensaries across California under license #C12-0000062-LIC. The company has raised approximately $7 million across a 2018 seed round and a 2019 round led by Gotham Green Partners, and has won multiple Emerald Cup and California State Fair awards (2021-2022) for partner strains including Pink Boost Goddess and Harmony Rose.

Name

Chemistry

Legal name

Chemistry

Website

https://trychemistry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Chemistry is a Northern California craft cannabis company that produces full-spectrum, solventless cannabis extracts (tinctures, vapes, pre-rolls, CBN sleep products) from sun-grown flower sourced from 16+ certified partner farms, selling through California dispensaries and direct delivery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Cannabis Products

NAICS

Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Cannabis Dispensary + Wellness/Apothecary Format (Supplements, Skincare, etc.) (CRANAFAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cannabis Accessories & Ancillary Product Delivery (Vapes, Papers, Devices) (CRANAGAJ), Cannabis Accessories & Ancillary Products Wholesale (Vapes, Packaging, Hardware) (CRAOAIAH)

Keywords

• Craft cannabis products
• Full-spectrum cannabis extracts
• Cannabis tinctures
• Cannabis vape cartridges
• Sun-grown cannabis

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cannabis Product Sales: Direct-to-consumer and wholesale sales of full-spectrum cannabis products including tinctures, vape cartridges, pre-rolls, and live terp products. B2B relationships with dispensaries across California.
2. Direct Delivery: Direct delivery service to consumers in San Diego, Greater LA, and Bay Area markets via shop.trychemistry.com.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Chemistry manufactures and sells full-spectrum cannabis products — including tinctures (MOODS line), live-terp vape cartridges, single-origin vape carts, pre-rolls, and CBN sleep products — made from small-batch sun-grown flower sourced from Northern California craft farms. Extraction uses a proprietary solventless liquid-based method with steam distillation to preserve terpenes, acidic cannabinoids, and the plant's complete biomolecular profile.

Product overview

Chemistry is a craft cannabis company specializing in full-spectrum cannabis extracts and products made from small-batch, sustainably cultivated sun-grown flower from Northern California's leading craft farms. The product portfolio consists of four core offerings: (1) MOODS Full-Spectrum Cannabis Tinctures - a color-coded line with varying CBD:THC ratios (18:1 CBD, 1:10 THC, 1:3 THC, 1:1 CBD, 3:1 CBD, 5:1 CBD) designed for different effects; (2) Live Terp Vape Cartridges - full-spectrum carts featuring live terpenes steam-distilled directly at partner farms during harvest for enhanced flavor; (3) Full-Spectrum Cannabis Vape Cartridges and Pre-Rolls - single-origin products sourced from 16+ partner farms across Northern California; and (4) Moon Beam Sleep Products - CBN-formulated products for sleep support. The company sources from partner farms including Moon Made Farms, Alpenglow Farms, Esensia Gardens, Sonoma Hills Farm, Radicle Herbs, Coastal Sun, Bud Farm, Emerald Spirit Botanicals, and others. Distribution includes dispensaries statewide and direct delivery in San Diego, LA, and Bay Area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MOODS: A line of full-spectrum cannabis tinctures with color-coded ratios: Green (18:1 CBD), Blue (1:10 THC), Purple (1:3 THC), Pink (1:1 CBD), Orange (3:1 CBD), and Yellow (5:1 CBD) for different therapeutic effects.
• Live Terp Carts
• Project Fusion

Products and services

• MOODS Full-Spectrum Cannabis Tinctures Color-coded line of full-spectrum cannabis tinctures with six CBD:THC ratios (18:1, 1:10, 1:3, 1:1, 3:1, 5:1) formulated for distinct effects (unwind, sleep, pain relief, balance, energy, focus); made with organic coconut MCT oil and cannabis-derived terpenes for adult cannabis consumers.
• Live Terp Vape Cartridges (Live Terp Carts) Full-spectrum vape cartridges combining single-origin cured cannabis oil with steam-distilled live terpenes captured at partner farms during harvest; strains include Cherry Punch, Jungle Pound Cake, Cherry Cheesecake, Strawberry Banana, Super Lemon Haze, Pineapple Upside Down Cake, and others for adult cannabis consumers seeking strain-specific flavor and effect.
• Moon Beam Sleep Products Full-spectrum CBN products for sleep support, comprising the Moon Beam Sleepytime CBN Cart and Moon Beam Sleep Formula Tincture; formulated with CBD, THC, and CBN plus calming botanicals for adult consumers using cannabis as a sleep aid.
• Full-Spectrum Single-Origin Cannabis Vape Cartridges Single-origin full-spectrum vape cartridges (cured oil base, CBD-dominant and balanced ratios) sourced from curated Northern California craft farms; includes strains such as Dog Named Tsu, Lady Benbow 13:1, and Harle-Tsu for adult cannabis consumers.
• Project Fusion Pre-Rolls Diamond-infused and live-resin-infused single-origin pre-rolls made with flower from partner farms; strains include Lemon Cake, Mother's Milk, and Pie Gal for adult cannabis consumers.
• Direct Delivery Service Direct-to-consumer cannabis delivery service available in San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area markets; orders placed online via shop.trychemistry.com with a 25% off first-order discount for new customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Terpene profiles ranging 4-10% in live terp products, with some batches yielding 10-12% terpenes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Moon Made FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner farm in Southern Humboldt County, Emerald Triangle region. Specializes in high-terpene balanced and uplifting flowers. Lunar and natural farming practices. Products: Cherry Moon, Moon Beam, Cap's Frozen Lemons, Gelonade, Pineapple Wonder, Candy Cane, Runtz, JackTripper.
• Alpenglow FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPURE Certified farm in Southern Humboldt County, Benbow appellation. Owned by Craig and Melanie Johnson. Specializes in regenerative farming with 20+ years experience. Products: Trident, Strawberry Banana.
• Esensia GardenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmerald Cup award-winning brand in Mendocino County. Specializes in highest quality organic cannabis with unique genetics through in-house breeding. Products: Pixie Dust, Lime Juice, Magic Wand, Fatso, Hibiscus.
• Sonoma Hills FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner40-acre premium craft cannabis farm and culinary garden in Sonoma Valley's Petaluma Gap appellation. First one-acre conditional use permit for cannabis grow in Sonoma County. Products: Orange Acai, Durban Biscotti, Cherry Cheesecake, Pink Jesus, Spyrock OG.
• Radicle HerbscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDemeter Certified Biodynamic farm in Round Valley appellation. Co-founded by Blaire and Daniel AuClair. Focus on seed-grown cannabis under sun, moon and stars. Products: Maroon Baboon, Strawnana Frosting, Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Kush Mints.
• Moon Gazer FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDemeter Certified Biodynamic and Dragonfly Earth Medicine Pure certified farm in Redwood Valley, Mendocino County. Family farm growing from seed under sun, moon and stars. 2016 Emerald Cup Regenerative Farm Award winner. Products: Royal Cherry Kush, Gas & Roses, Dog Named Tsu.
• Foothill River FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSecond-generation family farmers in Nevada County with 15 years cultivating high-quality cannabis strains. Legacy cannabis culture and sustainable practices. Products: Brr Berry OG, AC/DC, Super Lemon Haze, Gush Mints.
• Lady SativacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPermaculture and regenerative farming operation near Garberville, CA. Second-generation hippie farmers. Polyculture practices with 70 acres of forest habitat. Products: Lady Luck, Lady Benbow, Biscotti, Orange Berry Cookies.
• WildlandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner10-acre organic, sustainable and heirloom strain producer in Covelo at 2500-foot elevation. Virgin soil, no synthetic inputs. 2019 partnership for Electric Jah strain. Products: Electric Jah.
• The Bud FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSierra Foothills farm at 2600 feet elevation on former vineyard. Biodynamic practices, Sun+Earth certified. Products: Lemon Cake, Lemon Mac, Trainwreck, Jungle Pound Cake, Hella Jelly.
• Coastal SuncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSanta Cruz County farm with Regenerative Soil Farming and Bioponics greenhouse cultivation. OCAL-certified. Products: Banjo, Pie Gal, GMO Cookies.
• Briceland Forest FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-generation market farm and homestead in Southern Humboldt County. Regenerative practices. Sun+Earth certified. Products: Vanilla Frosting, Mother's Milk.
• HappyDay FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFarm producing medicinal cannabis plus produce and flowers for CSA program and farmers markets. Unique terroir and microclimate in Northern California. Products: Orange Durban.
• Emerald Spirit BotanicalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSun+Earth certified regenerative farm in Mendocino County founded 2016. Award-winning strains Pink Boost Goddess (highest THCV in California) and Harmony Rose. Plant communication and spiritual breeding. Products: Pink Boost Goddess, Harmony Rose.
• Whitethorn Valley FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSun+Earth certified organic and regenerative farm. Living soil, sun-grown practices. Products: Pancakes.
• Sespe CreekcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSun+Earth Certified dispensary in Ojai, California. Collaborative marketing and product education partnership. Provided interview content for Live Terp Cart product marketing.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kiva Confections: California-based premium cannabis edibles and confections brand with similar positioning around craft quality, third-party testing, and multi-channel distribution through dispensaries. Comparable scale and premium retail footprint.
• Raw Garden: California-based cannabis brand focused on single-source, clean-input vape cartridges and concentrates sourced from its own sun-grown farm network. Closest direct peer given shared emphasis on full-spectrum, single-origin vapes and terpene preservation.
• Bloom Farms: California craft cannabis brand emphasizing single-source, additive-free vape cartridges and wellness-oriented products with similar clean-input, sustainable-farming positioning.
• Plus Products: California-originated premium cannabis brand focused on low-dose, wellness-positioned gummies and tinctures with comparable brand-led, design-forward go-to-market.
• Lowell Herb Co. California craft cannabis brand with sun-grown, single-origin pre-rolls and vapes. Comparable positioning around small-batch craft flower from heritage Northern California farms.
• Pure Beauty: Los Angeles-based cannabis brand focused on responsibly-grown, sun-grown flower, vapes, and pre-rolls with a similar premium craft positioning.
• Care By Design: California cannabis brand specializing in CBD:THC ratio-based wellness products including tinctures and vapes, with comparable therapeutic-use positioning.
• Beboe: California-originated premium cannabis brand focused on wellness, microdosing, and design-led packaging; competes in similar premium dispensary and DTC channels.

Broad incumbents

• Stiiizy: Larger California-founded cannabis brand dominating the vape cartridge category. Overlapping product line (vapes, extracts) but with substantially broader distribution and marketing scale.
• Cookies: California-originated, multi-state cannabis lifestyle brand with dispensary and product portfolio overlapping tinctures, vapes, and flower. Operates at meaningfully larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trychemistry

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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