22nd Century Group reports Q1 2026 results, expands low-nicotine VLN® product distribution to 2,000+ stores.

22nd Century Group, Inc. announced its Q1 2026 financial results, showing a slight revenue increase to $4.1 million and ongoing expansion of its proprietary low-nicotine VLN® cigarette products to over 2,000 stores across 20 states. The company is focused on reducing smoking harms by offering cigarettes with 95% less nicotine, aiming to grow retail presence to 5,000 outlets by year-end. Despite a net loss of $3.3 million, 22nd Century is advancing product development and regulatory approvals to broaden its tobacco harm reduction portfolio and licensing opportunities. This positions the company as a leader in regulatory-driven innovation in combustible tobacco products.