FDA WARNING_LETTER - www.usacigs.net

The FDA's Center for Tobacco Products reviewed the website http://www.usacigs.net and found that cigarette products offered for sale to U.S. customers are in violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act).

**Violations and Deficiencies:**

1. **Modified Risk Tobacco Product Violations:** The website sells "Lights Cigarettes" and "Ultra Lights Cigarettes" using descriptors like "Lights," "Ultra Lights," "Blue," "Silver," and similar terms (e.g., Bond Special Selection, Marlboro Gold, Pall Mall Lights (Blue)). These products are considered "modified risk tobacco products" under section 911(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the FD&C Act. Selling or distributing these without an FDA order under section 911(g) of the FD&C Act makes them adulterated under section 902(8) of the FD&C Act.

2. **Flavored Cigarette Violations:** The website offers flavored cigarette products such as Aroma Rich Apple, Kiss Mohito (mini), and Richmond Cherry. Section 907(a)(1)(A) of the FD&C Act prohibits cigarettes from containing artificial or natural characterizing flavors (other than tobacco or menthol). These flavored products are adulterated under section 902(5) of the FD&C Act. If they do not contain a characterizing