"But the Vapor is Propylene and Dipropylene Glycol!!"
As the e-cig gained more attention it has also garnered more disinformation. Everything from "an ingredient used in anti-freeze" to a "dangerous toxin" has been used to describe the e-cigs main active food stuff, propylene glycol (PPG). Is PPG safe? Is PPG toxic? Is PPG an ingredient used in anti-freeze?? This is a topic that takes very little to dispel all attempts to demonize this organic compound. It is a colorless, nearly odorless, clear, viscous liquid with a faintly sweet taste that simply vaporizes when an e-cig user inhales to ingest their desired nicotine when the battery heats the liquid at 92 degrees. PPG has been in the U.S. food supply since the 1930's.
The EPA's Reregistration Eligibility Statement Decision For Propylene Glycol and Dipropylene Glycol:
"Upon reviewing the available toxicity information, the Agency has concluded that there are no endpoints of concern of oral, dermal, or inhalation exposure to propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol. This conclusion is based on the results of toxicity testing of propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol in which dose levels near or above testing limits (as established in the OPPTS 870 series harmonized test guidelines) were employed in experimental animal studies and no significant toxicity observed. The Agency has determined that the established exemption from the requirement for a tolerance for propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol meets the safety standarts under the FQPA amendments to section 408(b)(2)(D) of the FFDCA, and that there is a reasonable certainty no harm will result to the general population or any subgroup from the use of propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol."
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Current Consumer Products That Contain Propylene Glycol and Dipropylene Glycol:
Ultra Brite with Baking Soda & Peroxide Toothpaste
Crest Pro-Health Oral Rinse, Cool Wintergreen Listerine PocketPaks Breath Strips
Coolmint, Cinnamon, Spearmint and Citrus Flavors
Johnsons Baby Bedtime Lotion
Olay Regenerist Night Recovery Moisturizing Treatment
Mucinex Nasal Spray
Satin Care Shave Gel with Silk, Radiant Apricot
Cover Girl Clean Liquid Makeup, Dark Shades
Nilodor Foaming Hand Sanitizer
Zest Hydrating Fusions Body Wash, Aqua Pure
TCBY Fat Free Frozen Yogurt
Blue Bunny Ice Cream Bars
Afrin Nasal Spray
