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  • Public Health
  • Tobacco Control
  • Consumer Product Research

Background:

  • Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are debated consumer products with potential benefits for smoking cessation versus risks.
  • Limited data exists on e-cigarette prevalence in Germany.
  • Conflicting views exist regarding tobacco harm reduction and precautionary principles for e-cigarettes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of e-cigarette use in Germany.
  • To investigate reasons for e-cigarette use and future intentions.
  • To assess perceptions of e-cigarette danger compared to traditional tobacco products.

Main Methods:

  • A nationwide survey of 4002 individuals aged 14+ was conducted in May 2016.
  • Data collected included e-cigarette consumption (with/without nicotine), usage patterns, and perceived risks.
  • Sociodemographic features and smoking behavior were also recorded.

Main Results:

  • 1.4% of respondents currently use e-cigarettes regularly; 2.2% are past regular users.
  • 11.8% have tried e-cigarettes, including 32.7% of smokers and 2.3% of never-smokers.
  • Perceptions of danger vary: 20.7% less dangerous, 46.3% equally dangerous, 16.1% more dangerous than conventional cigarettes.

Conclusions:

  • E-cigarette consumption in Germany is not widespread but notable.
  • Approximately one million Germans are regular e-cigarette users, with another 1.55 million past users.
  • Regular e-cigarette consumers are almost exclusively current or former smokers.