What is BS EN 17375 about?
BS EN 17375 is a technical standard that serves as guidance on reference e-liquids for electronic cigarettes.
EN 17375 provides guidance on the composition and formulations of e-liquids for the safety of end-users.
BS EN 17375 specifies reference e-liquids to be used to test emissions generated by electronic cigarettes.BS EN 17375 applies to the reference e-liquids to be used when an electronic cigarette is sold empty, without an e-liquid, and where the product information or instructions for use are not specific in terms of the compositional characteristics of the e-liquid to be used with the device.
Who is BS EN 17375 for?
BS EN 17375 on e-liquids for electronic cigarettes is applicable to:
- Manufacturers of electronic cigarettes and by-products
- Suppliers and importers of electronic cigarettes and by-products
- Testing houses and laboratories research on electronic cigarettes
- Government regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 17375?
Electronic cigarette is a vaping product that vapourises e-liquid to generate an inhalable aerosol that is carried by air through the pipe to the user. It contains base liquid which may come in different forms and flavours. Electronic cigarettes are emerging as a popular alternative to traditional tobacco-based cigarettes; hence, it is essential to ensure the safety of the end-users.
BS EN 17375 provides you guidance on selection of reference e-liquid and period of use after opening which allows you to enhance the safety and shelf-life of e-liquids. BS EN 17375 also provides you guidance on preparation, storage, ingredients, composition, reference, formulation and selection criteria for e-liquids for electronic cigarettes which allows you to ensure the safety of the end-users.
Guidance in BS EN 17375 enables you to standardize the production and assessment of e-liquids according to prescribed regulatory requirements.