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22nd Century Group Inc. develops and commercializes reduced-nicotine tobacco products built on proprietary plant biotechnology. Its VLN® combustible cigarette products use low-nicotine tobacco and are described in company materials as FDA-authorized reduced nicotine cigarettes in the United States. Company updates commonly address VLN retail distribution, state authorizations, PMTA-related product expansion, licensing strategy, tobacco-variety research and engagement with FDA and public-health stakeholders.
News also covers operating results for the tobacco business, including branded VLN products, contract manufacturing volumes, filtered cigars and other distributed tobacco products. Recent company reporting frames results around commercial expansion, cost management, higher-margin branded products and the completed exit from the hemp/cannabis business.
22nd Century Group has announced the acquisition of RX Pharmatech Ltd, enhancing its foothold in the U.K. and EU cannabinoid markets. The deal includes a $650,000 upfront payment and a three-year equity earn-out based on revenue milestones. This acquisition positions 22nd Century as a leader in the U.K. consumer products isolate market, projected to reach $1.26 billion by 2025. RXP's 1,276 approved novel food applications streamline entry into these markets, aligning with regulatory trends. The integration is expected to improve revenue and gross margins through operational efficiencies.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (XXII) has filed a U.S. Drug Master File (DMF) for pharmaceutical-grade cannabidiol (CBD) active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) with the FDA. This filing underscores the company's commitment to providing high-quality CBD ingredients to pharmaceutical and over-the-counter markets. CEO James A. Mish emphasized the importance of this move in meeting regulatory demands. In addition, 22nd Century has partnered with Cannabinoid API Solutions and Transo-Pharm for global marketing and distribution, tapping into a $1 billion cannabinoid pharmaceutical market.
22nd Century Group has opened a new distribution facility in the Netherlands to enhance access to its hemp/cannabis products in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
This facility aims to optimize transaction flow and improve tax and customs treatment, as well as reduce delivery time to partners.
The company is increasing manufacturing capacity in the U.S. to meet growing European demand, projected to reach €3.2 billion by 2025. CEO James A. Mish emphasized the facility's potential to capture more market share and scale operations in a rapidly expanding industry.
22nd Century Group (Nasdaq: XXII) announced its participation as an exhibitor at MJBizCon in Las Vegas from November 16 to 18, 2022. The company aims to showcase its advancements in reduced nicotine tobacco and plant technologies through its GVB Biopharma subsidiary. CEO James A. Mish expressed excitement about the opportunity to demonstrate their expertise in cannabinoid extracts and contract manufacturing. GVB Biopharma is recognized as a leading supplier of cannabinoid extracts in North America with a significant market share.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII), an agricultural biotechnology firm, has announced its participation in upcoming investor conferences. The events will include one-on-one meetings at the Roth 2nd Annual AgTech Answers Event on November 15, 2022, and the 13th Annual Craig-Hallum Alpha Select Conference on November 17, 2022. Investors interested in meeting with management should contact Roth and Craig-Hallum representatives to arrange meetings. 22nd Century focuses on tobacco harm reduction and innovative plant technologies.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII) reported third quarter 2022 net sales of $19.4 million, a 148% increase from the same period in 2021. This growth is attributed to increased contract manufacturing volumes and revenues from the recently acquired GVB Biopharma. The company is expanding its reduced nicotine tobacco product, VLN®, into five states, with plans to reach 18 states within a year. Despite a net loss of $13.1 million, the company maintains a strong balance sheet with $43.7 million in cash, supporting strategic initiatives for expansion.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII) has announced findings from a recent study demonstrating that its reduced nicotine content (RNC) cigarettes significantly aid in smoking cessation and lower toxicant exposure without negatively affecting mental health. The study involved adult smokers with mood or anxiety disorders, showing reduced nicotine dependence and cigarette consumption among those using RNC cigarettes. CEO James A. Mish emphasized the positive public health implications of reduced nicotine policies and their potential to save millions of lives.
22nd Century Group (Nasdaq: XXII) will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on November 8, 2022, at 6:00 a.m. ET. A conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. ET, featuring CEO James A. Mish, President John Miller, and CFO Hugh Kinsman. They will discuss company updates and the financial results. Investors can participate in a Q&A session through a webcast. The live event will be available on 22nd Century's Investor Relations website, along with an archived replay.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (XXII) announces the expansion of its VLN® reduced nicotine cigarettes into Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico, following the Colorado launch. The company aims to tap into a massive market, emphasizing that every 1% of the U.S. market correlates to approximately $800 million in retail sales. With favorable MRTP excise tax programs in these states, 22nd Century plans to utilize established partners for efficient distribution. VLN® products are designed to help adult smokers reduce their nicotine intake, with previous pilot programs demonstrating success in consumer recommendations.
22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII) has announced that CEO James A. Mish will present at the LD Micro Main Event Investor Conference in Los Angeles on October 26, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. PT. The event is highly anticipated, with limited space for investor meetings due to demand. Institutional investors can arrange meetings through LD Micro representatives or by contacting the investor relations team. A live and archived webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's Investor Relations website shortly after the event.