The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that electronic cigarettes, also known as “e-cigarettes,” contain cancer-causing toxic chemicals such as diethylene glycol, an ingredient used in antifreeze.
Electronic cigarettes use a small battery to convert nicotine, artificial flavors and other chemicals contained in small capsules into a smokeless vapor that is inhaled by the user. Since they give off no passive smoke, electronic cigarettes are often allowed in non-smoking designated areas.
The FDA is concerned that e-cigarettes carry no health warning labels, are marketed to young people in shopping malls and online, and come in kid-attractive flavors, like chocolate and mint.
“Public health experts expressed concern that electronic cigarettes could increase nicotine addiction and tobacco use in young people,” stated the FDA in a press release.While the FDA’s jurisdiction over electronic cigarettes has been challenged in federal court, the agency says it is considering additional actions it could take to address public health concerns related to the products.
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