CEN/TR 17989:2023
(Main)Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions
Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions
This document defines terms, symbols and units of measurement related to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids in order to harmonize the terminology.
Elektronische Zigaretten und E-Liquids - Begriffe
Cigarettes électroniques et e-liquids - Termes et définitions
Le présent document définit les termes, symboles et unités de mesure en rapport avec les cigarettes électroniques et les e-liquides en vue d’harmoniser la terminologie.
Elektronske cigarete in e-tekočine - Pojmi in opredelitve
Ta dokument določa izraze, simbole in merske enote v zvezi z elektronskimi cigaretami in e-tekočinami z namenom uskladitve terminologije.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 24-Oct-2023
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 437 - Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 437/WG 1 - Terminology and definitions
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 25-Oct-2023
- Due Date
- 06-Dec-2023
- Completion Date
- 25-Oct-2023
Overview
CEN/TR 17989:2023 - "Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions" is a CEN Technical Report (prepared by CEN/TC 437, approved October 2023) that establishes harmonized terminology, symbols and units of measurement for electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and e-liquids. The document covers general vocabulary, device components, e-liquid ingredients and properties, and emissions-related terms to promote consistent use of language across industry, testing and regulatory activities. There are no normative references in this report.
Key topics
The report organizes defined terms into clear categories and includes examples and notes where helpful. Major technical topics include:
- General terms: e-cigarette/e-liquid definitions, distinction from tobacco products, open vs closed systems, batch number/specification, vaping.
- Device components: mouthpiece, atomiser/atomiser head, coil, wick/wicking material, power unit (battery and electronics), cartridge/cartomiser/clearomizer, air-flow port, control switch, cut-off, accessories.
- E-liquid terms: base liquid, ingredient, additive, flavouring, nicotine (CAS 54-11-5), grade (food/pharmaceutical), purified water references (Ph. Eur./USP), child-resistant and tamper-evident features.
- Emissions and measurements: aerosol (and note on “vapour”), aerosol collected mass (ACM), e-cigarette mass loss (e-cigML), e-liquid vaporized mass (EVM), pressure drop; ACM and e-cigML are expressed in mg.
- Traceability concepts: product batch, batch specification, unit packet and importer/manufacturer roles.
Practical applications
CEN/TR 17989:2023 is a foundational terminology resource with direct practical value:
- Enables consistent product documentation, labeling and specification for manufacturers and suppliers of electronic cigarettes and e-liquids.
- Supports testing laboratories and quality assurance teams by standardizing terms used in test reports and analytical methods.
- Assists regulators and policy makers in drafting clear rules and standards by removing ambiguity in definitions (e.g., open vs closed systems, tamper-evident, child-resistant).
- Improves supply‑chain traceability through agreed definitions for batch numbers and batch specifications.
- Helps product designers and safety engineers communicate requirements for components (coils, wicks, power units) and consumer safety features.
Who should use this standard
- E-cigarette and e-liquid manufacturers and designers
- Testing and calibration laboratories
- Regulatory authorities and compliance teams
- Standards developers and technical committees
- Importers, distributors and quality managers
Related standards
- ISO 20768 (routine analytical vaping machines) - referenced in emissions term notes.
- Pharmacopoeia monographs (Ph. Eur./USP) - referenced for purified water quality.
CEN/TR 17989:2023 is an essential reference for anyone seeking consistent, industry-wide language around electronic cigarettes, e-liquids, device components, emissions measurements and product traceability.
Frequently Asked Questions
CEN/TR 17989:2023 is a technical report published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions". This standard covers: This document defines terms, symbols and units of measurement related to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids in order to harmonize the terminology.
This document defines terms, symbols and units of measurement related to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids in order to harmonize the terminology.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2023
Elektronske cigarete in e-tekočine - Pojmi in opredelitve
Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions
Elektronische Zigaretten und E-Liquids - Begriffe
Cigarettes électroniques et e-liquids - Termes et définitions
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: CEN/TR 17989:2023
ICS:
65.160 Tobak, tobačni izdelki in Tobacco, tobacco products
oprema and related equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
CEN/TR 17989
TECHNICAL REPORT
RAPPORT TECHNIQUE
October 2023
TECHNISCHER REPORT
ICS 65.160
English Version
Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions
Cigarettes électroniques et e-liquids - Termes et Elektronische Zigaretten und E-Liquids - Begriffe
définitions
This Technical Report was approved by CEN on 28 August 2023. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 437.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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© 2023 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. CEN/TR 17989:2023 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
European foreword
This document (CEN/TR 17989:2023) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 437
“Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
1 Scope
This document defines terms, symbols and units of measurement related to electronic cigarettes and e-
liquids in order to harmonize the terminology.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1 General Terms
3.1.1
aerosol
system of colloidal particles suspended in gas generated by the use of an e-cigarette
Note 1 to entry: Vapour is a generally accepted (but scientifically incorrect) term for aerosol.
3.1.2
batch number
unique number which identifies a specific product batch
3.1.3
batch specification
document itemizing the inputs and processes for manufacturing a specific product batch, that can be used
for batch traceability purposes
3.1.4
closed system
electronic cigarette with prefilled e-liquid disposable cartomisers or cartridges
3.1.5
electronic cigarette
product, that vapourises e-liquid to generate an inhalable aerosol carried by air drawn through the device
by the user
Note 1 to entry: Electronic cigarette is also referred to as e-cig, vapour product, vaping product, personal
vapouriser or ENDS/ENNDS.
Note 2 to entry: Electronic cigarette differs from tobacco products in that they do not contain tobacco.
1+2+3+4+5 = electronic cigarette (3.1.5)
Key
2+3+4+5 device (3.2.10)
2, 3, 4 o 5 component (3.2.7)
6, 7 etc. accessory (3.2.1)
Figure 1 — Electronic cigarette
3.1.6
e-liquid
base liquid, which may or may not contain nicotine and/or additives, intended for transformation into an
aerosol by an electronic cigarette
3.1.7
importer
owner of, or a person having the right of disposal over, products that have been brought into the territory
of the intended market
3.1.8
manufacturer
any natural or legal person who manufactures a product or has a product designed or manufactured, and
markets that product under their name or trademark
3.1.9
open system
refillable electronic cigarette where the user fills/refills a reservoir with e-liquid
3.1.10
product batch
products manufactured in a defined production schedule and specified volume from identified
components/base ingredients according to the batch specification
3.1.11
unit packet
smallest individual packaging of a product that is placed on the market
...
La norme CEN/TR 17989:2023, intitulée "Cigarettes électroniques et e-liquides - Termes et définitions", représente une avancée significative dans le domaine des produits liés aux cigarettes électroniques. Son objectif principal est de clarifier les termes, symboles et unités de mesure associés aux e-cigarettes et aux e-liquides, permettant ainsi d'harmoniser la terminologie au sein de l'industrie. L'une des forces majeures de cette norme réside dans sa capacité à unifier les définitions qui étaient auparavant disparates et parfois ambiguës. En établissant un vocabulaire commun, CEN/TR 17989:2023 favorise une meilleure compréhension et communication entre les divers acteurs, y compris les fabricants, les consommateurs et les régulateurs. Cela est d’autant plus pertinent dans un secteur en constante évolution comme celui des cigarettes électroniques, où des innovations fréquentes présentent des défis en matière de normativité. La portée de ce document ne se limite pas seulement à la clarification des termes, mais il contribue également à la sécurité des utilisateurs. En fournissant des définitions claires et précises, la norme aide à minimiser les risques de malentendus qui pourraient mener à des pratiques nuisibles ou à des interprétations erronées des produits disponibles sur le marché. De plus, en standardisant ces termes, CEN/TR 17989:2023 soutient l'alignement avec les réglementations existantes, créant ainsi un environnement juridique plus stable pour l’industrie des e-cigarettes. En somme, la norme CEN/TR 17989:2023 s'affirme comme un document essentiel pour quiconque s'intéresse au secteur des cigarettes électroniques et des e-liquides. Sa pertinence réside dans sa capacité à harmoniser le vocabulaire employé, facilitant ainsi une meilleure cohésion dans un marché global largement interconnecté.
CEN/TR 17989:2023 문서는 전자 담배 및 전자 액상에 관련된 용어, 기호, 측정 단위를 정의하여 표준화하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 이 표준의 주요 강점은 다양한 이해관계자 간의 공통 이해를 촉진하고, 전자 담배 산업 내에서의 명확한 소통을 가능하게 하는 것입니다. 또한, 정의된 용어들은 새로운 제품 개발 및 연구에 있어 중요한 기초 자료로 활용될 수 있습니다. 이 문서는 전자 담배와 e-liquids에 대한 국제적 기준을 마련하여, 다양한 규제 체계와 상업적 거래에서의 일관성을 확보합니다. 이는 업계 종사자들이 준수해야 할 품질 및 안전 기준을 명확히 하여, 소비자 보호와 공공 건강 증진에도 기여할 수 있습니다. CEN/TR 17989:2023은 전자 담배에 대한 명확하고 일관된 용어의 정의를 통해, 업계의 전문성 향상에 매우 중요한 역할을 하며, 글로벌 시장에서의 경쟁력을 높이는 데에도 기여할 것으로 기대됩니다. 따라서 이 문서는 전자 담배 및 전자 액상 관련 연구자, 제조업체 및 규제 당국에 있어 필수적인 자료로 자리매김할 것입니다.
CEN/TR 17989:2023は、電子タバコおよび電子リキッドに関連する用語、記号、および測定単位を定義することを目的とした標準文書です。この標準は、業界内の用語の調和を図ることで、情報の一貫性と理解を促進します。特に、電子タバコおよび電子リキッドに関する技術の発展に伴い、これまでの用語が多様化してきたため、CEN/TR 17989:2023は非常に重要な役割を果たしています。 この標準の強みは、明確かつ統一された用語を提供する点にあります。用語の標準化は、製品開発、規制、マーケティングなど、さまざまな領域でのコミュニケーションの効率を向上させます。また、CEN/TR 17989:2023は、関連業界全体が同じ用語を使用することを促進し、誤解や不正確な情報を避ける助けとなります。 さらに、この標準は、電子タバコおよび電子リキッドの市場が急速に成長している中で、業界関係者が最新の技術や製品の情報を正確に伝達するための基盤を提供します。用語の整頓が行われることで、さまざまな国や地域でも統一された理解が育まれ、国際的な取引や協力がさらにスムーズになります。 総じて、CEN/TR 17989:2023は、電子タバコおよび電子リキッドに関する用語を明確に定義することで、業界内外におけるコミュニケーションの円滑化を図ると同時に、現在および未来の市場ニーズにも応える重要な標準です。その関連性は、技術の進展とともにますます高まることでしょう。
Die Norm CEN/TR 17989:2023 bietet eine umfassende Definition von Begriffen und Einheiten, die im Zusammenhang mit elektronischen Zigaretten und E-Liquids stehen. Ihre Bedeutung erstreckt sich über die Schaffung einer einheitlichen Terminologie, die in der Branche dringend benötigt wird. Ein hervorstechendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre umfassende Abdeckung, die sicherstellt, dass alle relevanten Begriffe und Symbole, die im Kontext elektronischer Zigaretten und E-Liquids verwendet werden, klar und eindeutig definiert sind. Dies fördert nicht nur das Verständnis innerhalb der Branche, sondern erleichtert auch die Kommunikation zwischen Herstellern, Regulierungsbehörden und Verbrauchern. Die Standardisierung der Begriffe und Definitionen in CEN/TR 17989:2023 trägt dazu bei, Missverständnisse zu minimieren und die Qualität der Informationen in Bezug auf Produkte und deren Verwendung zu verbessern. In einer Zeit, in der die Popularität von E-Zigaretten und E-Liquids ständig wächst, ist eine klare und harmonisierte Terminologie von entscheidender Bedeutung, um die Sicherheit und Effizienz der Produkte sicherzustellen. Ein weiterer positiver Aspekt der Norm ist ihre Relevanz für die Regulierung und Gesetzgebung. Durch die Bereitstellung grundlegender Begriffe und Definitionen ermöglicht CEN/TR 17989:2023 eine bessere Einhaltung von gesetzlichen Anforderungen und fördert eine einheitliche Interpretation von Vorschriften auf nationaler und europäischer Ebene. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die Norm CEN/TR 17989:2023 ein unverzichtbares Dokument für die Branche der elektronischen Zigaretten und E-Liquids darstellt. Ihre Stärken liegen in der Klarheit der Definitionen, der umfassenden Abdeckung relevanter Begriffe und ihrer Bedeutung für die Harmonisierung der Kommunikation und Regulierung in diesem dynamischen Sektor.
The CEN/TR 17989:2023 standard, titled "Electronic cigarettes and e-liquids - Terms and definitions," serves a critical role in the electronic cigarette industry by providing a comprehensive glossary that standardizes terminology related to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids. This standardization is essential as it aids in the harmonization of communication among manufacturers, regulators, and users, thereby fostering a clearer understanding of the industry's lexicon. One of the primary strengths of this document is its extensive scope, which encompasses terms, symbols, and units of measurement specific to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids. This inclusivity ensures that all relevant concepts are covered, making it a valuable resource for stakeholders involved in manufacturing, marketing, or regulatory oversight of electronic cigarettes. By defining terms uniformly, the standard minimizes ambiguities and discrepancies that could lead to misinterpretation or misuse of language in the industry. Moreover, the relevance of CEN/TR 17989:2023 cannot be overstated, especially as electronic smoking products continue to gain popularity globally. As these products evolve, the need for a standardized vocabulary becomes increasingly important to maintain consistency in discussions around safety, usage, and product specifications. This standard not only promotes clarity but also supports compliance with international regulations, enabling companies to navigate the complex landscape of legal requirements more effectively. In conclusion, CEN/TR 17989:2023 stands out as a vital document for anyone involved in the electronic cigarette sector, from manufacturers to health officials. By establishing a clear and consistent set of definitions, it enhances communication, facilitates understanding, and promotes best practices within the industry.
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