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  • Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), including disposable e-cigarettes, are widely used.
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  • To investigate organic chemical and metal constituents in size-segregated ENDS aerosol.
  • To assess deposited doses and associated health risks of these substances.
  • To evaluate cancer and non-cancer risks from disposable e-cigarette use.

Main Methods:

  • Generated aerosol from two popular disposable ENDS products (Puff Bar and Air Bar).
  • Collected size-segregated aerosol samples using a Micro-Orifice Uniform Deposit Impactor.
  • Analyzed organic chemicals and metals in collected samples and estimated daily/lifetime doses.

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  • E-cigarette aerosol contains harmful organic chemicals and metals linked to respiratory issues.
  • Estimated respiratory cancer risks from chromium (both products) and nickel (Air Bar) were significantly above acceptable levels.
  • Chemical constituents and deposition fractions varied by ENDS product.

Conclusions:

  • Disposable e-cigarette aerosols pose significant health risks due to harmful chemical constituents.
  • Current ENDS usage may lead to unacceptable cancer risks, particularly from chromium and nickel exposure.
  • Findings underscore the need for updated tobacco regulations and further research on ENDS toxicity.