INGREDIENTS
We strive to keep our mixes as clean, and clear as possible. Our e-liquids do not contain artificial colors, gum acacia, xantham gum, Citric Acid (CAS: 77-92-9), Diacetyl (CAS: 431-03-8), Acetoin (CAS: 513-86-0), Acetyl Propionyl (CAS: 600-14-6) , or Caffeine (CAS: 58-08-2).
COMMON INGREDIENTS
Flavorings: Certified Organic, Natural, and/or Artificial. All flavorings, whether created by Ahlusion or not are routinely tested and certified by an outside laboratory for chemical analysis. All flavorings used by Ahlusion are FDA approved, although not specifically for inhalation; however, through testing we are able to prevent commonly known harmful components (such as Diacetyl) from entering our production stream.
Nicotine, Propylene Glycol, and Vegetable Glycerine: We source for the highest quality, cleanest, clearest, and most tasteless nicotine to use in our mixes. Our nicotine is 99.6% pure, meets EU 6.0 Medical Grade Standards, is clean, clear, and potent. Our Propylene Glycol (PG) is USP, food grade, and Kosher. Our Vegetable Glycerin (VG) is USP, food grade, and Kosher.
Organic Ethyl Alcohol: Organic Ethyl Alcohol where listed in ingredients constitutes less than 1% of total volume. The use of Organic Ethyl Alcohol based flavorings will eventually be phased out by the later part of 2014.
VG/PG MIXES
ALL VG Blends: Distilled Water, USP grade Vegetable Glycerin, Flavorings, Ethyl Alcohol, and Nicotine.
VG/PG Mixed Blends: Distilled Water, USP grade Vegetable Glycerin, USP grade Propylene Glycol, Flavorings, Ethyl Alcohol, and Nicotine. We are generally able to go up to a 30/70 VG/PG mix on most e-liquids, but are currently unable to mix at higher PG levels as most of our flavorings are VG based. In the future and as we make advances in our flavoring production, we will be able to use pure, undiluted flavorings in our e-liquids. This will allow for more control over our resulting VG/PG mixes.
PG/VG Mix notes: Higher PG mixes tend to produce less vapor, but more flavor and an increased throat hit. Higher VG mixes produce more vapor, but tend to mute flavors and throat hit. Our common recommendation is to have an even VG/PG mix (50/50) with some exceptions. We base our recommendations on using Low Resistance atomizers (1.5 - 1.8 ohm) and standard 3.7v devices (not including ecig kits such as eGo's, and 510s). Contact us if you have any questions or would like to fine tune your recommendations.
Propylene Glycol Allergies: A few individuals have shown sensitivity to PG. Our recommendation is to not use any of our products until you have consulted with your medical provider. We cannot be responsible for any reactions any individual may have.
TOBACCO BLENDS
Aromatic Tobacco Blends (No longer produced/sold): Previously made in house, extracted through various methods from additive free natural or certified organic tobacco. The strength of the finished flavoring is slightly different for each batch, so there may be slight variations to the strength of the finished product. Every recipe is tested and adjusted for each batch to make it as close to the original control as possible. Our aromatic blends are no longer being produced or sold.
Non Aromatic Blends: As the name implies, these do not contain any tobacco extracts, just tobacco flavoring.
ABOUT OUR NICOTINE
Our main supplier for L-Nicotine is Alchem International, a manufacturer we trust for their remarkable accuracy and batch testing of their products. Alchem International's nicotine quality exceeds USP standards. Every new batch we receive is again tested either through GC/MS and acid/base titration when GC/MS is not available.
BOTTLING AND LABELING
Each and every bottle that leaves our mixing area has a batch and/or control number on the label. All data (ingredients/components -including their individual batch numbers-, date/time mixed, lab technician's name) is contained within this batch number. The batch number for custom e-liquids is generally the same as the order number. This data is preserved for historical purposes and quality control. All bottles are sealed and packaged before shipping.
TESTING AND RESULTS
This has always been an important aspect for Ahlusion LLC, it has also been the most costly factor in our e-liquids production cycle. As new data becomes available from various sources, composition testing and methods are constantly adjusted. Also, to satisfy consumer and authority demands for product safety, we will be posting individual reports and certifications to back up claims made by Ahlusion LLC (for instance to be DA/AP free).
