Shatter weed is a type of cannabis concentrate that is solid and translucent in appearance, like glass, and can be easily broken or shattered into pieces. It is one of the more potent forms of cannabis or marijuana concentrate, and it is produced by extracting cannabinoids like THC and CBD from the cannabis plant using solvents like butane or other hydrocarbons. Shatter is typically gold or amber in color and is named for its hard, glass-like consistency that tends to crack or shatter when broken apart. Shatter is usually dabbed or vaporized using a specialized water pipe called a dab rig or a vape pen. The potency of shatter can vary depending on the chemical composition of the source plant and the extraction techniques and equipment used, but it can range upward of 80% to 90% THC. Shatter is also used to make edibles by infusing it into butter or oil.