Detect and deter workplace cannabis use. Detect recent THC consumption efficiently and reliably, eliminating pre-employment uncertainties, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident concerns.
Recently validated in the Journal of Analytical Toxicology, the Cannabix BCU is the first non-invasive tool to correlate THC breath levels with blood metabolism, specifically targeting the 15-minute to 4-hour peak impairment window. Read the validation study.
Why Choose a Marijuana Breathalyzer for Workplace Testing?
As more states legalize marijuana, employers and law enforcement are faced with growing marijuana related accidents and safety issues in the workplace and on roads.
The Cannabix Marijuana Breath Collection Unit (BCU) detects active THC molecules in the breath, so you can better identify recent cannabis use. Deterring and preventing cannabis use during and right before work hours reduces the risk of accidents and improves employee and public safety.
Lab analysis of a breath sample captured using the Cannabix Marijuana Breath Collection Unit can identify recent use of delta-8, delta-9 and other cannabinoids.
What Cannabinoids Can the Cannabix BCU Detect?
THC exists in multiple forms, known as cannabinoids. Regardless of their form of intake (smoking, vaping, edibles), delta 8-THC, delta 9-THC, CBD and CBN cannabinoids are detectable in the breath. While CBD is non-psychoactive, many products contain combinations of cannabinoids that can produce impairment.
Detecting Recent Use vs. Historical Use
Traditional testing methods are failing the modern workplace. Traditional saliva and urine testing methods detect THC metabolites, not active THC. Urine testing identifies non-psychoactive byproducts that remain in the body long after impairment has passed. Oral fluid testing can detect more recent use than urine, but still does not reliably correlate to real-time impairment. Urine and oral fluid testing are best suited to detect historical use rather than impairment-based decision-making.
The Cannabix Marijuana Breath Tester provides a 4 hour detection window, specifically identifying recent THC use to ensure safety without infringing on employee off-duty rights. It can detect THC use in as little as 15 minutes up to 4 hours, providing for a more fair and relevant test compared with other detection methods that may detect use that occurred days, weeks or even months prior.
Why Breath Testing is the Workplace Safety Gold Standard
Traditional testing methods are designed to catch users, not impairment. In the modern workplace, punishing an employee for what they did last Saturday is a legal minefield. The Cannabix Marijuana Breathalyzer closes the “Recency Gap,” specifically targeting the 1–4 hour window where safety risks are highest.
Marijuana Testing Method Comparison Chart
| Feature | Cannabix BCU | Oral Fluid (Saliva) | Urine Testing |
| Primary Detection Goal | Recent Use/Impairment | Historical Use | Historical Use |
| Detection Window | :15 min up to 4 hours | 12 to 48 hours | 3 – 30 Days |
| Scientific Validation | JAT Peer-Reviewed (2026) | Variable | High Standard (DOT) |
| Invasiveness | Non-Invasive (breath) | Low (mouth swab) | High (restroom) |
| Tamper Risk | Zero (fully observed) | Low (observed) | High (adulteration) |
| Legal Defensibility | Forensic-Grade (LC-MS/MS) | Moderate | High |
| Best Use Cases | Post-Accident/Reasonable Cause | Random Screening | Pre-Employment |
Non-Invasive THC Screening for Employees
The Breath Collection Unit (BCU), captures THC molecules from a deep lung breath sample. The breath sample collection takes under five minutes to complete. A subject’s breath is deposited into one cartridge, while the second cartridge captures ambient air. Both cartridges are then sent to an accredited laboratory where they are analyzed using LC-MS/MS. Results are reported via secure email and stored in a results database.

JAT Validation Study Peer Review Summary
Revolutionize your workplace safety program with the first non-invasive testing solution scientifically validated to bridge the “recency gap” left by traditional drug testing methods. Recently published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Analytical Toxicology, this groundbreaking study confirms that the Cannabix Breath Collection Unit accurately detects marijuana use within a precise 15-minute to 4-hour window. By correlating breath results with established blood metabolism trends, our technology provides employers with a fair, reliable, and legally defensible tool to focus on active impairment rather than historical use.
Read the Validation Study Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does THC remain detectable in the breath?
The Cannabix Marijuana Breath Tester is designed to identify recent THC use in a detection window of as little as 15 minutes up to 4 hours after use. This makes it more useful for recent-use screening than methods aimed at detecting historical use.
Is it legally defensible?
The product page describes the Cannabix Breath Collection Unit as a scientifically validated, legally defensible tool because collected samples are analyzed by an accredited laboratory using LC-MS/MS and the system is positioned to focus on recent use rather than historical use. Legal defensibility can still depend on jurisdiction, policy, and how results are used alongside workplace or enforcement procedures.
What does the Cannabix Marijuana Breath Collection Unit detect?
The Cannabix Marijuana Breath Collection Unit detects active THC molecules in breath to help identify recent cannabis use. According to the page, lab analysis can identify recent use of delta-8, delta-9, and other cannabinoids.
How long after use can the Cannabix Marijuana Breath Test detect THC?
The Cannabix Marijuana Breath Tester is designed to detect recent THC use from as little as 15 minutes up to 4 hours after use.
How does the breath collection process work?
The Breath Collection Unit captures THC molecules from a deep lung breath sample. A subject’s breath is deposited into one cartridge while a second cartridge captures ambient air. Both cartridges are then sent to an accredited laboratory for LC-MS/MS analysis.
How long does sample collection take?
The breath sample collection process takes under five minutes to complete.
Are results available immediately?
No. The collected cartridges are sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis, and results are then reported via secure email and stored in a results database.
How are users notified when results are ready?
Results are reported via secure email and stored in a results database.
What is included with each Cannabix Marijuana Breath Collection Unit?
Each unit includes the BCU, EVA foam case, rechargeable battery, battery charger and charging cable, quick start guide, and online training.
What industries or use cases is this product intended for?
The page positions the product for workplace safety and law enforcement use cases, including reasonable suspicion, post-accident concerns, and broader employee and public safety applications.









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george –
When will this product be available for purchase?
Does this device not give the results right away? They must be sent out?
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David –
Price of the unit itself? Does it include warrantee? Price of a package of the sample containers?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hi David,
I passed along your email information to a representative who can get you that information.
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Josh –
How much is the device? Are there any PO’s for the Cannabix breathalyzer?
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Matt Fallon –
Any luck on securing a price for the Cannabix Marijuana Breath Test Unit ? Is this the new name or will it be the Cannabix Marijuana Breathalyzer ? Thank you.
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Greg Scherr –
Has this device been used and approved as accurate in any court proceedings?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Greg,
Very soon we will see the published lab findings for this test method. The report should provide the scientific validation required to hold up in a court of law. Once the report is released, we are looking for pilot program partners. Please reach out to us if you are interested in participating.
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Dave –
Will this device email the results right away or log them into a database electronically?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Dave,
The results are posted to your lab account and email notifications are sent alerting you to results that can be viewed on your lab account.
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Matt Fallon –
I don’t see a price for the Cannabix Marijuana Breathalyzer, is this a new product out for marketing? Do you have any specs on the machine? This is what Law Enforcement needs, has it been marketed to them yet?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Matt.
This is a new product. We will have pricing and available units in about a month. We will put you on a list and send information once it’s been made available.
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David –
Will AlcoPro be posting the price on the website for everyone to see, then taking pre-production orders so there are sales ready to happen as soon as production can produce the units? Build anticipation and momentum? Show the police departments that are on the sales waiting list?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hi David,
The pricing is being worked on and will be posted once finalized, hopefully very soon. We will notify all who have made inquires of pricing. We can take pre-orders, but we will not charge or invoice until orders have fully shipped.
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David –
Will this product be available in Canada? If so what lab would be used for testing and results, and what time of time frame?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hi David,
Yes it will be available for purchase in Canada. Omega labs is the lab that will analyze breath samples. Typical turn around time for results are 24-48 hours.
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Charlie Romanyshyn –
Pricing info for this product and related stationary model when available please
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Jerry –
I would be interested to know the pricing as well. We currently have 36 separate locations, so I would also wonder about availability.
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Harry –
Just wondering when pricing and product availability will be posted?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Harry,
We anticipate announcing pricing and availability in early April.
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David –
Hello AlcoPro, Is pricing published now (April 7) ? Both for the unit and the disposable sample containers? Will the pricing be visible on the webpage for those that see your both at a show? Thanks, David
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Lorenzo Escamilla –
I would like to set up a Demo
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Derek –
So the samples still have to be bagged up and transported to be analyzed? I was under the impression the data was automatically sent electronically to a lab for review and confirmation. This would be a challenge to hold up in court for someone who smoked 3 to 3 1/2hrs ago if the samples still need to be delivered to a lab, and then still have to go through a process to be reviewed. What good is a 24-48hr turn around time for a device that only measures a window of up to 4hrs? I love the device, but this is a red flag for me.
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
The subject blows into the breath unit, which deposits the breath into a cartridge. The cartridge is then sent overnight to the lab. The lab analyzes the breath sample and reports results in 24-48 hrs. The total time from testing to reporting is 3-4 days. Currently there is no technology that can instantly detect the psychoactive compound in THC. All other “instant” tests can only tell you if there’s THC in the system, which could be there from days, weeks or a month ago. This tells you if they have consumed THC in the last 3 hrs.
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David Curtis –
Hello, I would like to speak to someone regarding this product. Thanks
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hi David,
I forwarded your name and email to one of our reps. He will be contacting you shortly.
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David –
Will this product be sold and serviced in the USA? Will you be posting pricing on your website in the month of May?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
David, yes this product will be sold in the U.S. We are hoping to have finalized pricing very soon.
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David –
Jennie, Any estimation as to when the USA sales will begin?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
David,
We hope to have finalized pricing very soon.
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Derek –
Will this be sold internationally?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
It will.
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Angie Salyer –
Any update on when this will be available for purchase and cost?
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Jeff Garfinkel –
are units available?
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Jeff,
Thank you for your reply. We are still awaiting the availability of the units from the manufacturer who is hopeful that early 2026 we will be in manufacturing.
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Jeff Garfinkel –
Are units available? When? Thank you
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Jeff.
We do have limited units available. Please contact Brian Terry to learn more.
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Andrew –
Has anything changed since this post from 04/17/2025? The subject blows into the breath unit, which deposits the breath into a cartridge. The cartridge is then sent overnight to the lab. The lab analyzes the breath sample and reports results in 24-48 hrs. The total time from testing to reporting is 3-4 days. Currently there is no technology that can instantly detect the psychoactive compound in THC. All other “instant” tests can only tell you if there’s THC in the system, which could be there from days, weeks or a month ago. This tells you if they have consumed THC in the last 3 hrs.
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
Hello Andrew,
This is still a lab-based test. There is no current technology that can detect recent use instantly. Urine and oral fluid will only detect THC in the system, not recent use. Breath is the only medium that can tell you if THC was consumed recently.
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Philip Bumpers –
Do you have a projected shelf life of the test kits? At roughly $70 each it would be very difficult to maintain short-dates. Please provide price points and availability when received
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Jennie Lee-Pace –
The product currently in our inventory has a 2 year shelf life.
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