A question of rebuildable coils and cotton
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They do have TFA flavors, but it's pricey relative to TFA direct (w/ the exception of EM/Koolada). It's around 4,800 for 10 mL (vs ~$5 for 30 mL). (They only sell 10 mL bottles). Same goes for FA. Better for sampling purposes than a steady supply due to the difference in shipping times (cost, too to a degree. TFA's price goes up [I'd estimate by roughly ~$2/flavor] if you include shipping, but you get a lot less [prices based on a 10-15 30mL samples from TFA's site]). Check Ameliquid's website under "Flavor" or something like it. (The website's down for maintenance atm)
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While I'd like the FDA to stay out, sadly, self-regulation can do only so much w/o the resources of the FDA since testing'll be limited. I doubt any single flavoring company (let alone the distributors) makes enough of a profit or relies on vapers enough to make testing a priority. Testing for concentration of a particular chemical (ie diacetyl) vs testing for the effects of a particular chemical are different beasts. Big tobacco can afford to pay for studies (and the consequent PR) since they have the resources and a vested interest in finding anything dangerous with e-cigs. But then, this is all just me thinking.
*I have read a few apparently objective studies (eg Farsanilos), but they're too few and far between. And limited.
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While I'd like the FDA to stay out, sadly, self-regulation can do only so much w/o the resources of the FDA since testing'll be limited. I doubt any single flavoring company (let alone the distributors) makes enough of a profit or relies on vapers enough to make testing a priority. Testing for concentration of a particular chemical (ie diacetyl) vs testing for the effects of a particular chemical are different beasts. Big tobacco can afford to pay for studies (and the consequent PR) since they have the resources and a vested interest in finding anything dangerous with e-cigs. But then, this is all just me thinking.
*I have read a few apparently objective studies (eg Farsanilos), but they're too few and far between. And limited.
Initially, I wrote them in caveman Korean. (eg "It no work! Why no work? You help now...NOW!" Basically, I said I was having trouble registering with the site due to the MCerti, cell phone-check thing.) They e-mailed me back in English. lol. The conversation was in English from then on. (ie I don't think it matters if you write them in Korean/English). While not perfect, the rep's English wasn't too shabby. (His Waygookin linguistic forebearers should be proud.)
When I was ready to make the order though, I did have to e-mail them twice (at healingintl (at) gmail (dot) com).
When I was ready to make the order though, I did have to e-mail them twice (at healingintl (at) gmail (dot) com).
Thanks! Another question though, what kind of packaging did you receive your flavors in? The regular glass bottles of TFA?
Nope. Looks like PET bottles. My guess is that they buy in bulk, then repackage. Note: For those who care, their needle-tip dropper bottles seem to be LDPE. Soft, opaque, no "pop" when squeezed, similar to the MBV LDPE plastics I have.
The LDPE bottles would certainly be more of a problem for me. Too many of TFAs flavors are tank crackers. Recently I mixed up some Blueberry (triacetin) and it completely destroyed the acrylic tank in my Aqua V2 in about 10 seconds.It also caused plastic to leach from the LDPE bottle so bad I had to throw the whole batch away. The PET bottles may be okay short term but I wouldn’t leave flavors in them for any great length of time either. Glass all the way for me now, whether its tanks, bottles, or pipettes. Obviously YMMV depending on the type of flavors you use but why chance it.
While not complete, or completely accurate, here's a link to TFA flavor percentage recommendations. On the right side of the chart you will where people have listed if it's a tank cracker.
Flavor Percentage Recommendations
While not complete, or completely accurate, here's a link to TFA flavor percentage recommendations. On the right side of the chart you will where people have listed if it's a tank cracker.
Flavor Percentage Recommendations
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Hmmm...buys in bulk and repackages with their own TFA or FA labels. Ships out of the same building as B.I.. LOL
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To be fair, the bottles (from AmeL) don't pretend to be directly from FA/TFA. The labels have the Ameliquid markings on them, too.
They don't indicate on the label they are TFA or FA flavors?
Personally I have no issue with either companies buying in bulk and repackaging. If in fact they are selling what they are claiming. But if one is dodgy, then its most likely the other is dodgy too. I'd be interested to hear what you think when you get a batch direct from TFA in the future.
For obvious reasons I would prefer to deal directly with the source where possible. Unfortunately with the nicotine we don't have that same luxury.
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Big, bold letters upfront say TFA/FA + flavor. On the side, mfg info in Korean w/ their website.
Will let y'all know, but that might not be for a little while though
Will let y'all know, but that might not be for a little while though
Buy nicotine legally from a reputable company in the States, pay the import tax to Customs, and you're still well ahead in saving money from buying local, or worse yet, buying local from a source which fabricates the ingredients, side-steps the laws, and illegal in every way.
It's all about safe-vaping. Especially when it comes to such toxic chemicals as nicotine.
Don't be a pin-head. Follow the laws.
It's all about safe-vaping. Especially when it comes to such toxic chemicals as nicotine.
Don't be a pin-head. Follow the laws.
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I just e-mailed the rep there. Will keep you updated via PM.
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Back to the original topic, just got Serlina Cotton Labo Organic Cotton puffs in from Japan via e-bay vendor (<2 weeks shipping time!). Pretty much KGD cotton, except soooooo much cheaper (200 5x6 cm squares for ~$6.50 + $3 S&H).
KGD cotton's on the left side. Once out of its packaging, it swells up to roughly the same size as the one on the right.
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Thanks man
Do you feel any difference? I too ordered from ebay something called 'MUJI' cotton. It's the japanese cotton kanger uses and I saw on youtube a few people raving about it. I guess yours is cheaper? I got mine for 4 dollars + 1 dollars shipping, 129 pcs of KGD sized sheets
EDIT: got a reply from Ameliquid at this hour :O Really appreciate it @alljokingaside, Thank you
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Is that a dirty ashtray with a disposable lighter I see? lol
Maybe my wicking teq's improved, but I'm getting fewer gunked coils than I did with the KGD cotton. In terms of feel, similar. The Labo cotton feels slightly grainer at the get-go, but negligibly so. (Actually, I think I like it better since it seems to hold up to my rough pawing and grasping of the cotton) In terms of taste, no difference. They are much smaller than the KGD squares so I'd have (11x8.5 cm, vs 5x6 cm). If yr cotton's the same size, you definitely got the better deal (but ultimately, the difference is a matter of a few bucks. Boop boop)
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And yes, drrrtty ashtray on my drrtty desk. (It's found new life as an old wick tray. Plus, I've only been at this vaping thing for like ...2-3 weeks) I do like my ashtray though, partially for for sentimental reasons; I've had the thing for roughly a decade
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And yes, drrrtty ashtray on my drrtty desk. (It's found new life as an old wick tray. Plus, I've only been at this vaping thing for like ...2-3 weeks) I do like my ashtray though, partially for for sentimental reasons; I've had the thing for roughly a decade
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Was wondering how you are finding your flavors? Any preference for either the TFA or FA? One thing I notice with the TFA flavors is if you don't get the concentrations right they can give off a floral or perfume like taste. I've only tried a couple of FA flavors and wasn't that impressed. I've actually just received some Vaping Zone super concentrated flavors, so I'm venturing into some new taste testing.
Sounds great! Can I invest some of my $$ in your "wet paper towel" e-juice company? Gettin' tired of buying needless #### on FT.
High risk = High return!
Cheers...
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