From my talks with various producers, I've gathered the following:
Raw materials have "pharmaceutical grade" and "cosmetic grade." Prices change accordingly.
That's the actual grade of the raw powder. No proof on this, so don't attack me.
One vendor gave me prices for both grades of raw reta. Cosmetic grade was $650/gram, and pharmaceutical grade was $850/gram.
They say many vendors use cheaper, cosmetic-grade raws.
I haven't tried TCI's tirz, but many forum members say it's one of the best.
My 30mg vial from Ronsen Group tirz is crap compared to my original Mounjaro pen. Even though the purity was high, it just didn't feel the same.
What do you all think?