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Cigar Testing for Regulatory Confidence & Product Integrity

Labstat has over 30 years of experience testing cigars and cigarillos of a variety of ring gauges. We possess sector-leading expertise in the inherently challenging field of smoke emission analysis. Our labs are equipped with cigar-smoking machines, conditioning rooms, and the instruments required for precise, reproducible results. Our scientists are highly trained, and our work goes beyond routine testing to include specialized research and studies.

Whether you need routine compliance data or custom studies, we provide insights that support regulatory submissions, product development, and brand stewardship. With ISO 17025 accreditation and global reach, we are your trusted partner for cigar testing that meets FDA, Health Canada, EU TPD2, Anvisa, and other global requirements.

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Comprehensive Cigar Testing Capabilities

We offer a wide range of assays for cigar smoke, filler, and physical parameters. Whether you’re navigating regulatory requirements or managing product quality, Labstat delivers the data you need with precision and reliability.

HPHC Testing in Cigars

We use validated methods to test the following harmful and potentially harmful constituents (HPHCs) in cigars:

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Carbonyl Compounds

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Volatile Organic Compounds

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Aromatic Amines

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Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)

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Metals (filler only)

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Tobacco-Specific Nitrosamines (TSNAs)

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TNCO

Cigar Assays

We offer a wide range of validated methods for cigar smoke/aerosol and filler, including the following. 

Cigar Smoke/Aerosol

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Nicotine and Water in Mainstream Smoke by GC (TNCO)

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Menthol in Mainstream Smoke by GC

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Ammonia by HPLC

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Volatile Organics (MS) by GC/MS

  • 1,3-Butadiene 
  • Isoprene 
  • Acrylonitrile 
  • Benzene 
  • Toluene
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TSNAs: Nitrosamines in Mainstream Smoke

  • NAB 
  • NAT 
  • NNK 
  • NNN 
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Benzo[a]pyrene by GC/MS

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Selected Carbonyls in Mainstream Smoke by UHPLC with UV Detection

  • Formaldehyde 
  • Acetaldehyde 
  • Acrolein 
  • Crotonaldehyde 
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Selected Alkaloids in Mainstream Smoke by GC/MS

  • Nornicotine 
  • Anabasine
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VOCs I: Selected Volatiles in Mainstream Smoke by GC-MS

  • 1,3-Butadiene 
  • Ethylene oxide 
  • Isoprene 
  • Propylene oxide 
  • Vinyl acetate 
  • Vinyl chloride 
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VOCs II in Mainstream Smoke by GC-MS

  • Furan 
  • Acrylonitrile 
  • Nitromethane 
  • Benzene 
  • Toluene 
  • 2-Nitropropane
  • Ethylbenzene 
  • Styrene 
  • 2,3-Benzofuran 
  • Nitrobenzene 
  • Naphthalene
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Selected Primary Aromatic Amines (PAAs) in MS Smoke by GC-MS

  • 1-Aminonaphthalene (1-Naphthylamine) 
  • 2-Aminonaphthalene (2-Naphthylamine) 
  • 4-Aminobiphenyl 
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pH

Shredded tobacco filler for cigars to testing in cigar testing lab.

Cigar Filler

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TSNAs in Cigar Tobacco Filler

  • NAB 
  • NAT 
  • NNK 
  • NNN 
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Humectants in Cigar Tobacco Filler by GC-FID

  • Glycerol 
  • Propylene glycol 
  • Triethylene glycol (TEG) 
  • Ethylene glycol (EG) 
  • Diethylene glycol (DEG) 
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Nitrite in Tobacco by UV

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VOCs I: Selected Volatiles in Cigar Tobacco Filler by GC-MS

  • 1,3-Butadiene 
  • Ethylene oxide 
  • Isoprene 
  • Propylene oxide 
  • Vinyl acetate 
  • Vinyl chloride 
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Nicotine in Cigar Tobacco Filler by GC

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Ammonia in Cigar Tobacco Filler by HPLC

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Nitrate in Tobacco by Continuous Flow Analysis

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Water Activity

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pH

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Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC) and Total Yeast/Mold Count (TYMC) using USP <2012> and <2022>

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Heavy Metals in Tobacco

Cigars stacked in rows in cigar testing laboratory.

Cigar Physical Parameters

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Filter Length

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Total Cigar Length

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Tipping Paper/Overwrap Length

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Circumference

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Diameter

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Tip Ventilation

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Total Resistance to Draw (RTD or Pressure Drop) (VO/VC)

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Tobacco Filler Weight

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Total Cigar Weight

Regulatory Consulting for Cigar Products

Labstat provides expert toxicology services, including Toxicology Risk Assessments for FDA SE deficiency letters and other global regulatory frameworks. In addition, our fellow Certified Group company, EAS Consulting Group, is a premier regulatory advisor to the tobacco and nicotine industries. 

EAS Consulting Group brings decades of experience to assist with: 

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Premarket Tobacco Product Applications (PMTA) and Substantial Equivalence (SE) submissions

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Quality Management System (QMS) development

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Tobacco Product Manufacturing Practices (TPMP) readiness (formerly GMPs)

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Facility audits and inspection readiness

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Regulatory remediation and FDA communications

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Environmental assessments

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Ingredient listings and facility registrations

EAS’s team of former FDA personnel and industry veterans ensures guidance rooted in deep regulatory understanding. 

Why Choose Labstat for Cigar Testing?

30+ Years of Experience

Deep institutional knowledge and proven methodologies. 

Specialized Equipment

Cigar-smoking machines and controlled-environment rooms. 

Wide Testing Portfolio

From HPHCs to microbial contaminants and more. 

Global Compliance

FDA, EU, Health Canada, Anvisa, ISO, CORESTA. 

Regulatory Partnership

Access to top-tier regulatory consulting through EAS Consulting Group. 

Let’s Elevate Your Cigar Testing Program

Whether you’re launching a new product or need data for compliance, Labstat is here to help. Our team provides flexible, responsive service with the scientific rigor you can count on. 

Put our expertise to work—contact us today for a custom quote.

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