Shatter is a cannabis concentrate that looks a lot like glass. It’s solid, translucent, and easily broken or shattered into pieces — hence the name.

Also known as Butane Hash Oil (BHO), shatter is a potent form of marijuana often used by dabbing enthusiasts. It can be vaporized or dabbed through a special water pipe called a dab rig, thanks to its solid rather than honey-like consistency.

Like other cannabis extracts, shatter is a smoke-free way to use marijuana. It produces a very potent high, and you can experience its effects with just a tiny amount.

Please note that BHO is just one potential extraction method for creating high-potency shatter. Some types of shatter may be made by using CO2 or food-grade alcohol.

How to Use Shatter

Cannabis concentrates like shatter must be vaporized and reach high enough temperatures for the compounds to activate through decarboxylation.

The most popular method for using cannabis shatter is through a smoking device called a dab rig. A dab rig uses a heating process to vaporize cannabis concentrates. Once vaporized, the vapor is then inhaled. Psychoactive effects typically kick in within seconds.