Nicotine % vs. Mg: What’s the Difference?
When choosing an e-liquid, one of the most important factors to consider is the nicotine strength. Nicotine strength is measured in milligrams per millilitre (mg/mL) or as a percentage. So…Nicotine % vs. Mg…what’s the difference between these two measurements?
Nicotine %
Nicotine % refers to the amount of nicotine in the e-liquid as a percentage of the total volume. For example, a 1.2% nicotine e-liquid contains 1.2 milligrams of nicotine for every millilitre of liquid. Nicotine % is typically used in the United States and some other countries.
Nicotine Mg/mL
mg/mL refers to the amount of nicotine in the e-liquid in milligrams per millilitre. For example, a 6mg/mL nicotine e-liquid contains 6 milligrams of nicotine for every millilitre of liquid. Nicotine mg/mL is typically used here, in the United Kingdom, and some other countries. However, we are seeing more brands starting use percentages in the UK.
Converting Between Nicotine % and Mg/mL
To convert between nicotine % and mg/mL, you can use the following formula:
Nicotine mg/mL = Nicotine % * 10
Choosing the Right Nicotine Strength
The right nicotine strength for you will depend on a number of factors, including your smoking history, your personal preferences, and the type of e-cigarette you are using.
If you are a heavy smoker, you may need a higher nicotine strength to satisfy your cravings. If you are a light smoker or a beginner, you may be able to get by with a lower nicotine strength.
It is also important to consider the type of e-cigarette you are using. Some e-cigarettes, such as pod vapes, are designed to deliver a higher nicotine hit than others.
The best way to find the right nicotine strength for you is to experiment. Start with a lower nicotine strength and gradually increase it until you find a level that satisfies your cravings without being too harsh.
Conclusion
Nicotine % and mg/mL are both measurements of the amount of nicotine in an e-liquid. The best way to choose the right nicotine strength for you is to experiment and find a level that satisfies your cravings without being too harsh. Therefore, it is a case of nicotine % vs. mg. There are not at war, as they mean the same thing and the simple equation provided in this blog post will help you figure out what you require.
Additional Advice
There are strict laws around nicotine content in the UK. The highest concentrate any e-liquid can contain, to be sold to consumers, is 20mg/ml. Here at Elite Liquid, we fully conform to this regulation and offer e-liquids within the 0-20mg/ml range. Our Elite Liquid freebase vape juices come in 0mg, 3mg, 6mg, 12mg and 18mg strengths and the salts we have on offer are 5mg, 10mg and 20mg.
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