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The Nicotine Content Of A Sample Of E-Cigarette Liquid Manufactured In The United States, Barrett H. Raymond
The Nicotine Content Of A Sample Of E-Cigarette Liquid Manufactured In The United States, Barrett H. Raymond
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Background: Use of electronic cigarettes (EC) has dramatically increased in the United States since 2010 with a forecasted growth of 37% between 2014 and 2019. There is little research on e-liquid nicotine concentration from domestic manufacturers. However, limited research outside of the U.S. found wide inconsistencies between the labeled concentration of nicotine in e-liquids and the actual nicotine concentration. Methods: The seven most popular online manufacturers or distributors were identified. E-liquid samples of the five most popular flavors from each manufacturer were purchased in nicotine concentrations of 0 mg/ml and 18 mg/ml. Of the samples purchased (n=70), all were labeled …