What is NoNic6?
NoNic6 is the brand’s name for 6-methylnicotine, a nicotine analog.
It is close in structure to nicotine and chemically distinct. It is not derived from nicotine or tobacco.
- What does 5% SFN mean?
- The label’s strength figure for NoNic6.
- Is it nicotine?
- No. Non-nicotine does not mean risk-free.
- Who is it for?
- Adults 21+ who currently smoke or vape.
- Federal status
- Not evaluated, approved or authorized by FDA.
- State status
- Changing. Some states now regulate analogs like nicotine.
What does 5% SFN mean on the label?
5% SFN is the label’s strength figure for NoNic6.
All six devices carry it.
What goes in a device
Is it nicotine?
No. Non-nicotine does not mean risk-free.
NoNic6 may be addictive and acutely toxic. Like nicotine, use caution.
The risks and effects of using Kumi 6 have not been established.
Who is it for?
Adults 21+ who currently smoke or vape.
Kumi 6 is for use only by current adult smokers and vapers. If you do not smoke or vape, it is not for you.
Kumi 6 is not a smoking cessation product nor is it intended as such. If you seek to quit tobacco or nicotine use, please consult with a healthcare professional or visit www.smokefree.gov.
Federal status
In its FY2027 budget request, FDA said nicotine analogs “currently are not subject to” FDA regulation as a tobacco product, and asked Congress to change that. So no premarket application applies to NoNic6 today. That could change.
Nicotine analogs are a synthetically manufactured class of substances chemically similar to nicotine; however, nicotine analogs currently are not subject to Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) regulation as a tobacco product.
Kumi 6 has not been evaluated, approved or authorized by FDA.
State status
Some states now regulate analogs like nicotine.
Check your state before you order.
See the state pagesCommon questions
What is a nicotine analog?
A compound close in structure to nicotine but chemically distinct. FDA describes analogs as “chemically similar to nicotine”.
Will I see other names for NoNic6?
Yes. Agencies and legal documents often use the chemical name, 6-methylnicotine, sometimes written 6-methyl nicotine.
What are the risks?
No vape product is safe or without risk. The risks and effects of using Kumi 6 have not been established.
Kumi 6, like any vape product, can expose you to chemicals that could cause health risks. Consult with a healthcare professional for further information.
Who should not use Kumi 6?
- Persons who are underage (younger than 21 years old)
- Persons who are allergic/sensitive to propylene glycol or glycerin
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women
- Persons who should avoid using tobacco or vape products for medical reasons, such as persons who take medication for asthma or depression, or have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or a stomach ulcer
What if I feel unwell after using it?
If you have any of these symptoms or any other adverse experience when using Kumi 6, immediately discontinue use. If any side effects continue, seek medical assistance. The symptoms to watch for are on the safety page.
What if someone swallows the liquid?
Ingestion of the non-vaporized concentrated ingredients in the liquid components of Kumi 6 can be poisonous. If any liquid is swallowed, contact poison control or otherwise seek medical assistance immediately.
How do I dispose of a device?
DO NOT dispose of any part of your Kumi 6 in a fire or flame. Kumi 6 should be recycled as electronic waste.
To find a recycling drop-off location in the US, please visit www.call2recycle.org.
Can I buy Kumi 6 on this site?
No. Kumi 6 is not sold on this site. Licensed retailers and distributors can start with a wholesale inquiry.
Warnings
Read the full warnings- NoNic6 may be addictive, and acutely toxic; like nicotine, users should exercise caution.
- No vape product is safe or without risk. The risks and effects of using Kumi 6 have not been established.
- WARNING: Kumi 6 can expose you to chemicals including formaldehyde, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- UNDERAGE SALE PROHIBITED. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED.
- This product is intended only for adults. Do not use if nursing or pregnant.
- The statements made on this website have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Sources
Federal
- FY2027 Justification of Estimates, Legislative Proposals
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- New Law Clarifies FDA Authority to Regulate Synthetic Nicotine
U.S. Food and Drug Administration, March 18, 2022
- 21 U.S.C. 321: definitions of drug and tobacco product
Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School
- 21 U.S.C. 387: definition of nicotine
Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School
State
- California and Denver Impose New Restrictions on Nicotine Analog Products
Tobacco Law Blog, Troutman Pepper Locke, February 12, 2025
- Key Takeaways From FTA’s 100th Tobacco Tax Section Annual Meeting
Tobacco Law Blog, Troutman Pepper Locke, August 24, 2026
Background
- What are nicotine analogs? How a tiny chemical distinction creates a regulatory gap
Truth Initiative, September 15, 2026
- BfR Opinion 013/2026: 6-methylnicotine in e-cigarettes
German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment, February 25, 2026
Reviewed November 5, 2026. General information, not legal advice. Laws change. Confirm with your counsel before you order.
