A MERY J FRAMEWORK
The Buyer Score™
Most CBD is bought blind. The Buyer Score™ gives you a checklist the industry would rather you didn’t have, tick what a product actually discloses, and see how much you can trust it, out of 100. It works on any brand.
Why these nine things
Each criterion is something a trustworthy brand can prove, and a weak one tends to skip. The heavier the weight, the more it protects you. Items marked as red flags are the ones we’d never buy without.
- 22Publishes a Certificate of Analysis (COA)RED FLAGIndependent lab results should be public, not "available on request".
- 14The COA matches the exact batch you’re buyingRED FLAGA generic or old report tells you nothing about your bottle.
- 10THC content is stated and compliantYou should know if there’s any THC, and that it’s within legal limits.
- 10Spectrum is clearly stated (full / broad / isolate)This affects effects, THC content and drug-test risk.
- 12Tests for contaminants (metals, pesticides, solvents)RED FLAGHemp absorbs contaminants from soil, screening protects you.
- 8Discloses where the hemp is grown / sourcedReputable brands are open about their supply chain.
- 8Lists every ingredientNo hiding behind “proprietary blend”.
- 6Gives clear dosage / serving guidanceYou should know how much CBD is in each serving.
- 10Makes realistic claims (no “cures” or “miracle”)RED FLAGMedical or miracle claims are a serious red flag.
Buyer Score™ is a Mery J Wellness educational framework for evaluating product transparency. It measures disclosure, not efficacy, and is provided for information only. CBD products are food supplements and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.