Second Hand Vapor Argument #3 – vapor has been studied, and the results show it as safe

Good afternoon, my name is _________ I am a [STATE] resident, a former smoker current vaper, and I am hear to voice my opposition to [BILL]. As compared with the junk science claiming vapor is dangerous, there is actually quite a bit of good science conclusively demonstrating that vapor is what it claims to be: harmless to both users and bystanders. I’d like to talk to you about a study published as recently as 3 months ago In the journal Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, where they analyzed vapor, and compared it to air and conventional cigarette smoke. Researchers used a cigarette puffing machine, and ISO 17025 accredited analytical methods, and Accuracy, precision, and method limits of quantitation and detection (LOQ and LOD) were verified for each method. On average, accuracy and method variability for the analytes tested were determined to be 98% and 3%, respectively. The results confirm what basic common sense dictates, because there is no combustion, and only a change in the physical state of e-liquid into an aerosol, Vapor is comprised 73% of Vegetable Glycerin, 15% water, 11% flavorings, and 1% or less nicotine. Harmful And Potentially Harmful compounds were also analyzed, and Vapor had practically the same profile as the ambient air, which were obviously in stark contrast to the known harmful chemicals in tobacco smoke. All of the components in E-liquid and vapor are Generally Regarded as Safe by the FDA, and if any of you put on deodorant or perfume this morning, you are most likely currently exposing your neighbors to more potentially harmful compounds than you would be if you were vaping. I say this because it is known that well over 90% of fragrances and deodorants contain petroleum derived  compounds, some of which have been clearly demonstrated to be carcinogenic, and yet, as unpleasant as Axe deodorant is, we aren’t considering banning it. Personally, I do not want to live in a deodorant free world, and I do not draw this comparison because I believe deodorants represent a bona fide threat to the public health, but only to highlight how little of a threat Vapor poses. The existing body of evidence clearly shows that vapor is safe, and is certainly as safe if not safer than a lot of products we interact with on a daily basis, and legislation must reflect that.   Banning Vaping, as [BILL] does…  ignores sound research and embraces groundless claims masquerading as science.   As a [STATE] resident, I expect more from my elected officials, and if this committee fails to meet these expectations, As an active participant in the democratic process, I will do everything in my power to make sure they become former elected officials.