CDC, FDA and Harry Reid on Vaping

CDC, FDA and Harry Reid on Vaping

Response email to VSLLC from Nevada Senator, Harry Reid

January 29, 2016
Thank you for contacting me about the regulation of tobacco products by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  I appreciate hearing from you regarding this important issue.
Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, are battery-operated products designed to deliver nicotine, flavor and other chemicals. They turn nicotine, which is highly addictive, and other chemicals into a vapor that is inhaled by the user. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, e-cigarette use among middle school and high school students tripled in just one year. In 2014, almost 48 percent of adults who currently smoke have tried an e-cigarette, up from 21 percent just three years prior.
As you may know, the FDA regulates both the safety and the effectiveness of human drugs, biologics (e.g., vaccines, blood, and blood components), medical devices, and animal drugs. As the safety and efficacy of e-cigarettes have not been fully studied, consumers of e-cigarette products currently have no way of knowing whether e-cigarettes are safe, what chemicals are in e-cigarettes, how much nicotine or other potentially harmful chemicals are being inhaled during use, or if there are any benefits associated with using these products.
In 2009, Congress passed the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (P.L. 111-31). This legislation gave the FDA the authority to reduce youth smoking, prevent the sale of tobacco to minors, help current smokers quit, and reduce the toxicity of tobacco products. This legislation also gave the FDA the legal authority necessary to regulate several tobacco products, including cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and cigars.  In addition, the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act includes a provision that requires new tobacco products to be approved by the FDA before they go to market.  Under the law, a tobacco product is considered new if it is first introduced on the market after February 15, 2007.  On April 24, 2014, the FDA issued a proposed rule to extend their authority to cover additional tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes.  This proposed rule also lists the date at which a tobacco product is considered new as February 15, 2007.  You can learn more by visiting the FDA’s website at http://www.fda.gov/TobaccoProducts/Labeling/ucm388395.htm.
On December 18, 2015, President Obama signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 (P.L. 114-113) into law.  This bill, which funds the federal government through fiscal year 2016, does not include a policy rider on electronic cigarettes.  I have noted your support for the FDA Deeming Authority Clarification Act (H.R. 2058). As you know, Representative Tom Cole (R-OK-4) introduced H.R. 2058 on April 28, 2015, to address the FDA’s authority to regulate e-cigarettes.  This legislation is currently pending in the House of Representatives and has not been introduced in the Senate.  Please be assured that I will keep your thoughts in mind should H.R. 2058 reach the full Senate for consideration.
Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with me. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
My best wishes to you.
Sincerely,
HARRY REID
United States Senator
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VapeSling® NFL Playoffs

VapeSling® NFL Playoffs Option

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Support your team wherever you and your vape go. Our new custom cradle offering was made for you to show off your Mod and your Playoff team.

Our cradle is usually our “Silver Edition” embroidered “VS” logo surrounded by a stitched boundary.

Now, for a limited time, we are offering, VapeSling® “NFL Playoffs Option”.

This option is an add on. You pick you your Sling type then add this option on. We will install the cradle you requested onto the Sling you picked. If you pick 2 Sings and 1 cradle option, please let us know (check out comments) which gets the Custom NFL team color cradle.

Team theme Logo cradle:

1 color Logo = $0.99

2 color Logo= $1.99

Step 1: Click here to Choose your team (cradle) color (above) and add to the cart.

Step 2: Any Half-Pint Style Sling type: Choose your HP (Half-Pint) Style Sling.

Step3: Checkout. Done!

Please let us know what you think of this option. If you would like to see all NFL or any Sports teams featured, please contact us. We love feedback from our VapeSling FAM.

We are always on IG. Your best bet for 2 way feedback. Yes, we like to talk to FAM.

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Released: V2.0 Ring Sling HP Style

Released: V2.0 Ring Sling HP Style

V2.0 Ring Sling “Half-Pint Style” from VapeSling®

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Note:

  • Released December 10th, 2015 the new V2.0 Ring Sling HP Style
  • Our VapeSling® Canvas cradle is reinforced with a double layer of PVC for strength and liquid resistance.
  • A VapeSling® Voltage test was conducted.
  • There are no Voltage Drops when using a VapeSling®.
  • Half-Pint Style holds better than 25lbs
  • All V2.0 models have a Lifetime Guarantee

This model was developed to accommodate users with an unrestricted Mod/e-cig carry, however, not in the form of a lanyard.
This latest creation using our Patent Pending concept is the V2.0 Ring Sling HP from VapeSling®.

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This new sling model is a finger sling. Your HandChecks will be secure in your hand with the Ring loop on one of your fingers. As with all our Slings, Mods of ALL SIZES, WEIGHT and SHAPE are held, comfortably and securely. This tough carry will handle all Mods, e-cigs, vaporizer sizes and weights, securely and comfortably.

Attachment is done with the cradle sandwiched between the Atty and the Batty (Atomizer and Battery). Your Mod will be in full display and always ready to vape. If you have a your own carabiner the Ring Sling HP can be used as a HIPster.

The V2.0 Ring Sling HP will fit 510 connections on EGO batteries. The center aperture on the Ring Sling HP cradle is designed to allow the 510 connection on all EGO batteries fit in securely. All 510 Atty’s will screw on easily. If you use an EGO Atomizer (EVOD, mini atty, etc.), we provide a 510 to EGO adapter to accommodate the threads. The 510 to EGO adapter provides the wider EGO threads for any EGO Atomizer whether you are using a 510 Mod or EGO battery.

Own a HIPster and want to convert it to a ZIPster? Get our adjustable ZIP line ZIPster accessory.

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 Specs for Ring Sling HP:

  • Large loop to fit the meatiest fingers
  • 550 or Flat 650 Military grade paracord
  • Stitched and embroidered, Dual, reinforced, liquid-proof, black canvas
  • Fits all 510 devices and EGO battys
  • See below for alternate color and cord type choices

Color Choices

We apologize for our Website limitations. We have alternate colors in 550 or 650 flat paracord. Please download or view this file to choose from our alternate colors. Please make a choice from our standard (menu selected) colors to get to checkout, then make a note of the color and cord type (flat or 550 paracord) you prefer from this color chart. Don’t worry, we read ALL our customer notes before order processing.

Vape ecig FDA Regulation

Vape ecig FDA Regulation

Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act
The Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (Tobacco Control Act) became law on June 22, 2009. It gives the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the authority to regulate the manufacture, distribution, and marketing of tobacco products to protect public health.

FDA Deeming Regulation
The Family Smoking and Tobacco Control Act allows the FDA to issue regulations asserting jurisdiction over other tobacco products, such as cigars, cigarillos, e-cigarettes, and hookahs, among others. FDA expects to issue deeming regulation in the Spring of 2013 to cover other tobacco products.

Deeming regulation is proposed regulations that would include products meeting the definition of a “tobacco product” under the Tobacco Control Act to be subject to the FDA’s jurisdiction. The Tobacco Control Act defines a “tobacco product” as meaning “any product made or derived from tobacco that is intended for human consumption, including any component, part, or accessory of a tobacco product (except for raw materials other than tobacco used in manufacturing a component, part, or accessory of a tobacco product).”

See CASAA’s The FDA & Deeming Regulations of E-cigarettes  for more detailed information.

See CASAA FDA Actions  and Previous FDA Actions by CASAA for more detailed information about what CASAA has been doing and to see the FDA Calls to Action.

Federal Tobacco Taxes
Increasing the cost of smoke-free alternatives decreases incentives for smokers to switch to lower risk products. A 2009 law approved by Congress, the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act, increased the federal tax rate on moist snuff, the most common form of smokeless tobacco, by 92.5 cents per pound (from 58.5 cents to $1.51 per pound) and on chewing tobacco by 30.83 cents per pound (from 19.5 cents per pound to 50.33 cents.)

VapeSling® Vape/Mod Holders

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VapeSling® Vape/Mod Holders

VapeSling E-Cig Mod Holder Slings, American Made

VapeSling® Vape/Mod Holders: American Made

VapeSling LLC manufacturing facility is based in the United States.  The founder / inventor is a retired American Army Soldier (ex-smoker turned 100% vaper). Every part of VapeSling® Vape/Mod Holders is proudly “Made in the USA”.

VapeSling® Concept

The VapeSling® breakthrough concept was born from E-Cig / Mod portability problems encountered with hand carry, pockets, pouches, belt clips, and all other, inadequate E-Cig / Mod portability. Some were good for device storage, however, while vaping, your device is trusted to your hands.

VapeSling® uses a unique Patent Pending “Cradle” concept which allows the user to carry, vape, and move. All 510 (industry Mod standard) connection devices are supported by any of the 16 Sling types we make. We process the cradle using our proprietary canvas. Thin to assure 510 contact between the Atomizer and Battery at your device 510 connection.  Strong to accommodate any Mod/Vape weight without breaking. So much so, that Its guaranteed for Life!

VapeSling® Manufacturing for Quality and Affordability

On July 10th 2015, we moved into our new manufacturing facility in Henderson, NV. We are now producing every aspect of our VapeSling® E-Cig Vape Holders “in house”. VapeSling LLC made this move to produce optimum quality Mod Holders while maintaining affordable manufacturing costs. Resulting in a premium, high quality, yet reasonably priced product for our customers. Previously, we used manufacturing sources in the U.S. for our cradle to be machined. This arrangement made our costs high and therefore drove our product prices up. Now in our new manufacturing facility, VapeSling LLC can assure consistent quality VapeSling E-Cig Vape Holders at an affordable price.

Why a VapeSling?

Ask yourself the following:

  1. When driving or Riding: Has your Vape become a flying and dangerous projectile? Do you fumble for your vape? Do your eyes wander off the road to look where your Vape is?
  2. Broken or damaged Mods: falling from hand holding, pockets, pouches, clips, etc?
  3. Your current vape Holder does not fit nor support all your Mods?
  4. Own a beautiful and expensive Mod? Your current carry method makes you hesitant to take it out?
  5. Lost Mods: Set it down. Forget where you left it? Worse yet, lose it for good?
  6. Lifestyle: Vape carry hindering work, play, phone use, etc?
  7. Your current Vape holder wont allow vaping while on the holder?
  8. Is your battery connector frequently covered in e-liquid?
  9. Have you ever used a Vape holder that allows vaping while securely holding your Vape, SECURELY?

VapeSling is the solution to all these issues:

  1. With VapeSling, driving or Riding while vaping is safe for you and those riding in your car. Your Vape is secure and at the ready for a relaxing vape while your eyes remain on the road. Your vape will remain a vape and not a missile.
  2. Your Mod will never break because our Slings will never break nor let go. We guarantee it for Life!
  3. All our VapeSlings support all your vapes. Mods of any size, shape or weight can be held.
  4. Carry and showcase your beautiful expensive Mods without worry. Your Mod is secure on a VapeSling.
  5. You’ll never lose your device again. With a VapeSling, your Mod is on your body, ready to vape at all times.
  6. As we all know, Vaping is not an easy lifestyle. Holding a vaping device can be obtrusive to your daily life. With a VapeSling, your hands are free to live your life again, plus, you can vape easily at any time.
  7. Our most essential benefit for VapeSling users is the ability to vape while you carry. Your Vaping Device is held safely and comfortably on your body and at the ready to vape.
  8. Whether a RDA or tank user, e-liquid leaks from your atty to the battery are mostly unavoidable. However, when attached to your VapeSling, leaks simply stay on the liquid proof canvas waiting for you to wipe it. Our proprietary canvas has a double layer of PVC for strength, yet also serves to prevent liquid from seeping thru. Your battery will never lose contact due to liquid spills.
  9. VapeSling is the only concept vape holder to Vape and Go securely. The rest are simply unsecured storage.