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22nd Century Group expands VLN cigarette retail to 1,700 outlets

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:07:59 -0500

22nd Century Group Inc. (NASDAQ: XXII) distributed approximately 8,800 cartons of its VLN low nicotine cigarettes across about 1,700 retail outlets in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a company statement.

The company plans to expand distribution to more than 5,000 retail locations in 2026. VLN cigarettes contain 95% less nicotine than traditional cigarettes and received FDA authorization in December 2021 as the only combustible cigarettes specifically authorized to help reduce nicotine consumption.

The FDA issued a proposed rule in January 2025 to mandate a maximum nicotine level of 0.7 milligrams per gram of tobacco in combustible cigarettes. If finalized, the

22nd Century Group expands VLN cigarette retail to 1,700 outlets

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:07:59 -0500

The FDA issued a proposed rule in January 2025 to mandate a maximum nicotine level of 0.7 milligrams per gram of tobacco in combustible cigarettes. If finalized, the

22nd Century Group Reports Continued Early Sales Momentum for VLN® Cigarette Products

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:07:00 -0500

Expansion in 2026 Forecasted to Exceed 5,000 Retail Outlets Nationwide as Consumers Demonstrate Interest in VLN^® Brands

VLN^® Remains the Only FDA-Authorized Combustible Cigarette Designed to Reduce Nicotine Consumption

MOCKSVILLE, N.C., Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII), a tobacco products company focused on reducing the harms of smoking through nicotine reduction, today announced continued early sales momentum for its VLN^® low nicotine cigarette products in the U.S. market.

The Company’s proprietary low nicotine technology is designed to serve adult smokers who want to change their

22nd Century Group Reports Continued Early Sales Momentum for VLN® Cigarette Products

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:07:00 -0500

Expansion in 2026 Forecasted to Exceed 5,000 Retail Outlets Nationwide as Consumers Demonstrate Interest in VLN^® Brands

VLN^® Remains the Only FDA-Authorized Combustible Cigarette Designed to Reduce Nicotine Consumption

The Company’s proprietary low nicotine technology is designed to serve adult smokers who want to change their

22nd Century Group reports $17.6 million revenue for 2025

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:53 -0500

22nd Century Group Inc. (NASDAQ: XXII) reported preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. The company expects to release audited results by March 31, 2026.

The tobacco products company reported net revenues of approximately $3.6 million for the fourth quarter 2025, compared with $4.0 million in the third quarter of 2025. Full year 2025 net revenues totaled approximately $17.6 million, down from $24.4 million in 2024.

Total cartons shipped during the fourth quarter were approximately 0.3 million, compared with 0.5 million cartons in the third quarter. For the full year 2025, carton shipments remained flat

22nd Century Group reports $17.6 million revenue for 2025

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:53 -0500

Total cartons shipped during the fourth quarter were approximately 0.3 million, compared with 0.5 million cartons in the third quarter. For the full year 2025, carton shipments remained flat

22nd Century Group Preliminarily Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:00 -0500

Balance sheet strength, ended 2025 with $7.1 million in cash and debt free, supports transition to growth

Continued VLN^® commercial expansion drives shift toward higher margin proprietary branded products

MOCKSVILLE, N.C., Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII), the only tobacco products company that has for 27 years led and continues to lead the fight against the harms of smoking driven by nicotine addiction, today announced select, preliminary and unaudited financial results and operating metrics for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. The company

22nd Century Group Preliminarily Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:00 -0500

Balance sheet strength, ended 2025 with $7.1 million in cash and debt free, supports transition to growth

Continued VLN^® commercial expansion drives shift toward higher margin proprietary branded products

Form 8-K 22nd Century Group, Inc. For: Feb 20

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:00 -0500

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Form 8-K 22nd Century Group, Inc. For: Feb 20

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:15:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Anson Funds Management LP

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:59:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Anson Funds Management LP

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:59:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Castaldo Gregory

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:39:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Castaldo Gregory

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:39:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: SCHECHTER JONATHAN

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:29:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: SCHECHTER JONATHAN

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:29:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Reda Joseph

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:17:00 -0500

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Form SCHEDULE 13G/A 22nd Century Group, Inc. Filed by: Reda Joseph

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:17:00 -0500

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Form 8-K 22nd Century Group, Inc. For: Jan 22

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:01:00 -0500

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Form 8-K 22nd Century Group, Inc. For: Jan 22

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:01:00 -0500

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22nd Century Group exits restructuring with debt elimination

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:42 -0500

22nd Century Group Inc. (NASDAQ: XXII) completed its multi-year restructuring in 2025 and eliminated debt while strengthening its balance sheet, according to a shareholder letter from CEO Lawrence Firestone.

The tobacco harm reduction company expanded distribution of its VLN reduced-nicotine cigarettes to nearly 2,000 retail locations across more than 20 states during 2025. VLN products contain approximately 95% less nicotine than conventional cigarettes and are the only combustible cigarettes authorized by the FDA as Modified Risk Tobacco Products.

The company reported receiving early consumer feedback following the 2025 relaunch of VLN-branded products. One consumer indicated a reduction in cigarette consumption of approximately

22nd Century CEO & Chairman Larry Firestone Provides 2025 Year-in-Review Letter to Stockholders

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

MOCKSVILLE, N.C., Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII), the only tobacco products company that has for 27 years led and continues to lead the fight against the harms of smoking driven by nicotine addiction, today issued the following letter to stockholders from Lawrence Firestone, the Chief Executive Officer of 22nd Century Group, Inc.:

2025 Year-in-Review Shareholder Letter

Dear Shareholders,

2025 was a pivotal year for 22nd Century Group, Inc. as we exited our multi-year restructuring, began advancing our strategic initiatives, strengthened our financial foundation, and reinforced our

22nd Century CEO & Chairman Larry Firestone Provides 2025 Year-in-Review Letter to Stockholders

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

2025 Year-in-Review Shareholder Letter

Dear Shareholders,

2025 was a pivotal year for 22nd Century Group, Inc. as we exited our multi-year restructuring, began advancing our strategic initiatives, strengthened our financial foundation, and reinforced our

22nd Century CEO & Chairman Larry Firestone Provides 2025 Year-in-Review Letter to Stockholders

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

2025 Year-in-Review Shareholder Letter

Dear Shareholders,

2025 was a pivotal year for 22nd Century Group, Inc. as we exited our multi-year restructuring, began advancing our strategic initiatives, strengthened our financial foundation, and reinforced our

22nd Century CEO & Chairman Larry Firestone Provides 2025 Year-in-Review Letter to Stockholders

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

2025 Year-in-Review Shareholder Letter

Dear Shareholders,

2025 was a pivotal year for 22nd Century Group, Inc. as we exited our multi-year restructuring, began advancing our strategic initiatives, strengthened our financial foundation, and reinforced our