Item 9 Labs closes out 2022 as the Top 10 Cannabis Brands in Arizona

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PHOENIX, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Item 9 Labs—the award-winning, premium cannabis brand from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB)—kicks off 2023 after a year of budding growth and achievements embedded in product innovation and increased consumer engagement.

The Arizona According to BDSA cannabis data research firm, marijuana market saw one of fastest developments in consumer participation and retail expansion over the past 12 months. The legalization of adult-use cannabis in the early 2021 has brought about a significant change. Arizona It has enjoyed a noticeable rise in popularity across pre-roll, flower, and concentrate categories. The market is expected to surpass $1 billion End of the year

Item 9 Labs was named by the BDSA as one the top 10 cannabis brands in the State, along with the top five placements in multiple vape categories.

“Wrapping up 2022 as a top 10 brand is a true testament to our team of extraction and cultivation experts and their deep commitment to delivering masterfully crafted cannabis products,” said Item 9 Labs Corp. Chief Executive Officer, Mike Weinberger. “We believe that Item 9 Labs will build on the positive momentum it has created and continue driving brand loyalty and brand recognition in the year ahead.”

In August 2022Item 9 Labs was named the No. 1 cannabis brand in Arizona by MJ Brand Insights (MJBI)The official publication of MJ Unpacked, Its creative brand engagement. Using a proprietary, comparison-based scoring system by Pioneer Intelligence, the technology leverages data to benchmark marketing performance of consumer-facing cannabis brands.

This past June, the brand launched a new permanent mainstay to its product lineup—1-gram concentrate infused pre-rolls—recognizing the trending triple-digit growth of this category. Item 9 Labs pre-rolls with infused prerolls are made with award-winning flower, live sugar, live red resin badder, and crumble concentrates. They are produced in-house. Products in 65 percent of Arizona’s dispensaries. The brand sold over 13,000 units of pre-rolls in the first two months. They have continued to fly off the shelves eversince.

Item 9 Labs continually expands and strengthens its extensive product line. The brand’s best-selling vape technology was introduced as it entered 2022. Orion 710 Live Resin Pod and Battery System with a half-gram pod Due to its popularity of the 1-gram (1000mg) pod, it is now available in 500 mg. Item 9 Labs was able to sell nearly 64,000 units in the state since it first hit the market. It created buzz amongst local customers and became a top-selling vape product.

“Last Year was the first time we saw the true impact on legal cannabis sales, and how consumer dynamics evolved along with it,” said Item 9 Labs Corp. Chief Operations Officer. Chris Wolven. He stated, “We put an accent on the art and innovation, and fuel our go-to–market strategy to meet growing demand. This shows in the products excellence awards we won.”

Item 9 Labs was committed to improving its cannabis products in the last year. This was evident. This brand was awarded multiple top podium positions. Arizona’s The largest and longest-running annual cannabis festival and awards event. At the Spring Errl Cup And Fall Errl Cup This year, the brand was honored with:

• First place for “Best Cannabis Vape Pen – Indica”

• First place for “Best Cannabis Vape Pen – Sativa”

• Second place for “Best Cannabis Flower – Sativa”

• Second place for “Best Cannabis Vape Pen – Indica”

• Second place for “Best Concentrate – Hybrid”

• Third place for “Best Handcrafted Cannabis Product”

• Third place for “Best Cannabis Vape Pen – Sativa”

• Third place for the “Best Derivative”.

Visit item9labs.com for more information about the brand’s extensive range of premium cannabis products, as well as its awards. item9labs.com Item 9 Labs Instagram.

ABOUT ITEM 9 LABS  
Item 9 Labs Produces the highest quality cannabis products and provides transparency, consistency, well-being, for a more enjoyable cannabis experience. More than 30 podium finishes Arizona Item 9 Labs is a trusted source of premium cannabis products. Item 9 Labs’ product catalog includes intentionally grown cannabis. It covers five main categories including cannabis strains, vape products and premium concentrates. Orion vape technology is also included. Visit www.item9labs.com for more information. item9labs.com.

ABOUT ITEM 9 LABS COMMITTEE.  
Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB) is a vertically integrated cannabis operator and dispensary franchisor delivering premium products from its large-scale cultivation and production facilities in the United States. The award-winning Item 9 Labs Brand specializes in the best-in-class cannabis products and the best user experience across many cannabis categories. The national franchise program offers the opportunity to open a dispensary. Unity Rd. Retail brand. Franchises reduce barriers to entry. This franchise gives dispensary owners both new and experienced the opportunity to use the knowledge, resources, and support they need to prosper in their state. Item 9 Labs delivers the best industry practices to all markets through its unique retail experience, cultivation capabilities, and product innovation. This veteran management team has a broad skill set and deep experience in franchising, the capital markets and cannabis. They will lead a new generation cannabis companies that offer transparency, consistency, and well-being. Headquartered in Arizona, the company is currently expanding its operations space up to 640,000-plus square feet on its 50-acre site, one of the largest properties in Arizona zoned to grow and cultivate flower. Visit www.flower-culture.com for more information. item9labscorp.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS  
This press release contains forward looking statements that are within the safe harbor provisions of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 2015. These statements can be subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual outcomes could differ materially from what is indicated if any of these risks or uncertainties occur or if underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect. The introduction of new technology, market conditions, and other factors could all impact the actual results. These factors are discussed in our news release. These statements are not subject to revision or updating to reflect changes in circumstances or the occurrences of unanticipated events.

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