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Vaping flavor refers to the flavoring components used in e-liquids for electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Flavor concentrates are added to a base of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG), with optional nicotine. When heated and aerosolized, these flavors create the recognizable taste and aroma of the product. Flavors are commonly grouped into categories such as fruit, tobacco, menthol or mint, dessert, beverage, spice, and novelty profiles, though many blends exist.

Flavor ingredients may include esters, aldehydes, terpenes, and synthetic aroma compounds. They are designed to be inhaled, which presents different safety considerations than ingestion. Some diketones (for example, diacetyl) and related compounds have been associated with respiratory risk in some settings, leading many manufacturers to reduce or eliminate such substances.

Market dynamics: Flavor variety is a major driver of consumer choice and product appeal. E-liquids may be sold as ready-to-use formulas or as flavor concentrates for DIY mixing; nicotine strengths vary and may be offered as freebase or nicotine salts.

Regulatory and public health context: Jurisdictions regulate flavors through age restrictions, packaging and labeling, limits on nicotine content, and, in some places, outright bans on specific flavor categories. Public health discussions emphasize youth appeal, while industry responses increasingly focus on safety testing and disclosure.