44 : 90 : 09 : 07.02 . Procedures to ensure representative sampling . A cannabis testing facility or a cannabis testing facility designee must sample in accordance with the cannabis testing facility's own sample collection procedures as well as the following procedures to ensure representative sampling:

1. (1) Check the cannabis or cannabis product batch in its entirety for any signs or indications of non-uniformity and differences from content appearing on the batch label;
2. (2) Homogenize the cannabis or cannabis product batch;
3. (3) Confirm the cannabis or cannabis product batch size matches the information in the inventory tracking system;
4. (4) Randomly select sample increments throughout each cannabis or cannabis product batch following sample collection procedures representing no less than the total minimum sample requirements in accordance with § 44:90:09:07.01;
5. (5) Take equal portions for each sample increment; and
6. (6) Record all observations and procedures used for the collection of each sample increment and maintain records pursuant to § 44:90:11:02.

Source: 49 SDR 9 , effective August 8, 2022 .

General Authority: SDCL 34-20G-72 (5)(l).

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-20G-72 (5) .