Nicogel

Nicogel was a smokeless tobacco gel marketed as an alternative to cigarettes in the early 2000s. It claimed to provide a discreet smoking experience due to restrictions on public smoking and was sold in two formats: 50ml dispensers (equivalent to 50 cigarettes) or single-use packets containing 10 or 120 equivalents. The product was water-soluble and contained liquefied tobacco.

Despite its initial success in other countries, Nicogel failed to achieve significant long-term presence in the U.S., ceasing production without a clear reason for its decline.

Health concerns surrounded Nicogel due to insufficient independent testing. While it claimed to have only 1/10th the nicotine of a cigarette (averaging 0.015 mg to 0.03 mg per serving), independent tests showed even lower levels, raising doubts about its effectiveness as a smoking alternative. There was no evidence validating its safety or confirming its stated lack of (N)-Nitrosamines. Additionally, Nicogel had not undergone dermatological testing, leading to potential skin irritation and other adverse reactions.

The product advised against use by pregnant or breastfeeding women but allowed moderate alcohol consumption during use. Overall, Nicogel's claims remained unverified, leaving significant uncertainties about its safety and efficacy.