CBN · Cannabinol
CBN (cannabinol) is a mildly active cannabinoid formed as THC ages and oxidises. It is non-intoxicating at the levels used in hemp wellness products and is most commonly associated with evening and sleep-focused formulas.
Because CBN develops over time from THC, it is found in trace amounts in aged hemp. Brands typically add isolated CBN to “night” or “sleep” products, often alongside CBD and calming terpenes.
Why it matters
CBN is the cannabinoid most people are choosing when they pick an evening or sleep product, knowing what it is helps you read those labels.
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Related terms
CBD (cannabidiol) is a naturally occurring, non-intoxicating compound found in hemp. It is the most studied cannabinoid after THC and is widely used in wellness products such as oils, gummies and topicals, without producing a “high”.
CBGCBG (cannabigerol) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid often called the “mother cannabinoid” because its acidic form, CBGA, is the precursor the plant converts into CBD, THC and other cannabinoids.
THCTHC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the intoxicating cannabinoid responsible for the “high” associated with cannabis. Hemp-derived wellness products are formulated to contain only trace, region-compliant amounts, or none at all.
MyrceneMyrcene is one of the most common terpenes in hemp, with an earthy, slightly fruity aroma also found in mango and hops. It is frequently associated with calming, evening-oriented profiles.
Frequently asked
Does CBN make you drowsy?
CBN is popular in evening products, but evidence is still emerging. Effects vary by person; start with a low serving at night.
Last updated 2026-06-29. Educational information only, not medical advice. meryjwellness.com