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New LaunchMay 15, 2026, 08:39 AM

22nd Century Group Launches VLN® in 150+ New York/NJ Stores

AI Summary

22nd Century Group announced the launch of its Pinnacle VLN® cigarette brand in almost 150 new high-visibility store locations across the metro New York area and northern New Jersey. This expansion is a key step in the company's commercial growth strategy, aiming to introduce VLN® to new consumers and capture a large adult-smoker market, potentially accelerating high-margin revenue. The company believes this rollout will strengthen its market visibility and advance towards cash-positive operations.

Key Highlights

  • VLN® cigarette brand launching in almost 150 new stores in metro New York and northern New Jersey.
  • The rollout targets a market corridor with an estimated nearly 800,000 adult cigarette smokers.
  • VLN® cigarettes contain 95% less nicotine than traditional cigarettes.
  • VLN® was authorized by the U.S. FDA in December 2021 to help reduce nicotine consumption.