Influence of Tobacco Variety and Curing on Free Radical Production in Cigarette Smoke.

Zachary T Bitzer Leanne E MocniakNeil TrushinMichael SmithJohn P Richie

Published in: Nicotine & tobacco research : official journal of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (2023)

Variations in cigarette free radical and NNK levels vary based on the tobacco variety and curing method. Reducing the ratio of high producing free radical and NNK tobacco types offer a potential tool for regulators and producers looking to reduce toxicant output from cigarettes.

Keyphrases

smoking cessation
transcription factor
risk assessment
replacement therapy